HIGH SCHOOL DRESS CODE

The Scriptures touch the issue of dress only in terms of principles.  A Christian school dress code can be dealt with on a “spiritual” basis only as it relates to biblical principles.  But the underlying principles are not usually the point of contention on the topic of dress.  The disagreements are more frequently related to institutional preferences that a school chooses to enforce.  Two different Christian schools that are equally committed to the Scriptures may have different dress guidelines for their faculty and students, not to mention the dozens of different perspectives that the various participating families and churches have on the issue.  Every institution has to set its boundaries where it feels the mission of the organization is best accomplished.
               
Statesville Christian School does not want the appearance of its students to conflict with the values associated with the school.  Since clothing influences mentality, our standards of dress aid in the overall climate of SCS.  Modesty, neatness, appropriateness, respect and gender distinctiveness are fundamentals of the SCS dress code no matter what the current standards and tastes of our society.  The administration reserves the right to determine the appropriateness of any article of clothing. 

GUIDELINES FOR ALL STUDENTS
The key idea is that students should be neatly groomed wearing clothing that is in good taste and modest.

• Tight fitting, worn-out sloppy clothing is not permitted.  This includes clothing with holes, rips, or patches.
• Knee-length walking shorts and pants must be hemmed; no “cut offs” or frayed edges.
• Jogging suits, wind suits, sweatpants or athletic shorts, and overalls are not permitted.
• For warmth, only sweatshirts or sweaters may be worn. No hoods.
• Hats may only be worn outside of any school building.
• Extremes in hair styles are to be avoided.
• Rubber sandals that are beach, shower, garden wear or any style made of rubber are not permitted.
• No body piercing or tattoos are permitted (with the exception of pierced ears for girls).

GUIDELINES FOR BOYS

• All shirts need a collar.

GUIDELINES FOR GIRLS

• All shirts need a collar.
• Modest knee-length dresses or skirts may be worn. 
• Blouses and shirts must not be low cut or revealing with no see through or sheer tops.  (No cleavage should be showing at any time.)
• Bare midriffs are not permitted at any time.
• Tank tops or spaghetti straps on shirts or dresses are not permitted.  (No bra straps should be showing at any time.)

CHAPEL GUIDELINES

• Students may wear their normal school clothes on chapel days. 

ATHLETIC EVENTS

• The athletic department will stipulate clothing requirements for game days.

 
Some clothing may be unacceptable though not specifically mentioned in this code, in such cases, the Administration will warn the student and immediate compliance will be expected.