MIDDLE 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. 

 

In all questions regarding dress code, the administration will make the final decisions on interpretations of the following standards. The dress code for the high school may vary at points from the middle school as we want to extend more options and more responsibilities to older students.

 

 

General Appearance

 

• No hats of any kind are to be worn inside the building
• No head coverings or distracting head ornaments (bandanas, etc.) are allowed
• Hair must be properly groomed at all times. Boys’ hair must be out of eyes, above the ears, and above the back collar-following a written notification, students will have two weeks to correct hair
• No tattoos of any kind
• No piercing of any kind, except girls may wear modest earrings
• All jewelry should be tactful and small
  

 

Most School Days including Chapel

 

• Any color Polo/Oxford shirt with a collar
  • Tops must fit appropriately, not too tight
  • No midriffs (front or back) are to show
  • Camis and undergarments are not to be worn over any clothing
  • Shirts must be buttoned so the collar bone cannot be seen
• Navy or Khaki pants, shorts and skirts only
  • Shorts and skirts may be no more than 3 inches above the knee when standing up straight
  • In good repair-no rips, frays, or the appearance of any of these
  • Pants may not drag the ground, regardless of the shoe worn
• No high-heels or shower shoes allowed
• Statesville Christian School logoed apparel from PTF or Boosters (sweatshirts, hoodies, polo shirts), is acceptable. Other brand sweatshirts may be worn outside the building during recess, before/after school hours.
  

 

Society Friday

 

• Society T-Shirt only
• Denim jeans/shorts or navy/khaki pants/shorts
  • In good repair-no rips, frays, or the appearance of any of these
  • Pants may not drag the ground, regardless of the shoe worn
  • Shorts may be no more than 3 inches above the knee
• Tennis shoes only (for safety during society activities)

 

Dress up Days (Sports, Pictures, Awards)

 

• Pants are to be in good repair-no rips, frays, or the appearance of any of these
• Pants are not to drag the ground, regardless of the shoe worn
• Tops are not to be too tight, nor have plunging necklines
• Dresses or skirts may be no more than 3 inches above the knee and are not to fit tight

 

Athletic Events

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

 

Consequences for dress code violations

 

• Warning from teacher with dress code violation noted to Lead Teacher.
• Three violations will result in lunch detention.
• Repeated violations will require a parent conference with the Headmaster.

 

Physical Education Dress Code

 

• Students in grades 6-12 are required to change clothes for PE class.  Uniforms are required.  You may purchase your own uniforms through the Athletic Boosters or borrow one from the PE Department. Students without gym shoes must participate in their socks.