Coordinator, Behavioral Learning Student Dress Code Donna Clark Coordinator, Behavioral Learning June 24, 2019

Revision of Student Dress Code for 2019-2020 In the Spring of 2019, The Department of Behavioral Learning surveyed various stakeholders regarding student dress code. The following is a breakdown of responses: 67 Administrators 584 Teachers 1366 Parent/guardians and students 2 DAC Members

Dress Code Updates 2019-20 Dress Code 2018-19 Dress Code Hat/Head Coverings: Hats, visors, and other head coverings (including sunglasses) may not be worn in school buildings. Exceptions: Head coverings that have religious significance (approved by an administrator) Head coverings worn for medical reasons (approved by an administrator) Special events and/or circumstances that receive administrative approval Non-gang related head scarves/bandanas may be worn as an accessory * *New requirement added to the 2019-20 Dress Code Except for religious purposes, hats and head coverings may not be worn in school buildings. Sunglasses, gloves, bandanas, and house slippers may not be worn in school buildings. Scarves may be worn around the neck but may not be used as a head covering, except for medical or religious purpose

Shirts, Tops, Blouses, T-Shirts, Hoodies: Dress Code Updates 2019-20 Dress Code 2018-19 Dress Code Shirts, Tops, Blouses, T-Shirts, Hoodies: Shirts, tops, blouses, T-shirts, and hoodies that are too tight or revealing are not permitted Oversized shirts must be tucked in* Hoodies and sweatshirts must fit appropriately.  Hoods may not be worn in school buildings Shirts may not bare midriffs when arms are raised Halter and spaghetti strap tops and dresses are not permitted, unless covered Undergarments must be completely covered Sleeveless shirts with revealing armholes are not permitted *New requirement added to the 2019-20 Dress Code Revealing tops, spandex, or other clinging garments (those garments that are overly tight and become more revealing when the student is moving) are not permitted, unless worn underneath clothing that complies with the Dress Code Hoodies and sweatshirts must fit appropriately.  Hoods should never be on in the building Shirts that bare midriffs when arms are raised are not allowed Halter and spaghetti strap tops and dresses are not allowed. Sleeves must completely cover the student’s undergarments (ex. bra and bra straps). Sleeveless shirts with revealing necklines or armholes (i.e. sleeveless tank tops meant to be worn as undershirts) are not permitted Undergarments must not be exposed

Pants, Shorts, Skorts, Skirts and Dresses: Dress Code Updates 2019-20 Dress Code 2018-19 Dress Code Pants, Shorts, Skorts, Skirts and Dresses: Hemlines of all shorts, skorts, skirts, and dresses (including slits) must not be higher than the middle of the thigh* Pants or jeans that have holes above the middle of the thigh may only be worn if opaque tights, leggings, or shorts are worn beneath. Holes in pants may not reveal the student’s hips, bottom, or undergarments* Yoga pants, leggings, or jeggings are permitted. However, the top must cover the student’s bottom Students may not wear pajamas (except for special events and/or circumstances that receive administrative approval)* Pant legs may not drag on the floor Pants must be secured at the waist *New requirement added to the 2019-20 Dress Code All pants, shorts, skorts, skirts and dresses must fit securely around the waist and completely cover the student’s hips, bottom, and undergarments. Slits in skirts and dresses must not be any higher than the tip of the students’ fingers while their arms are resting at their side Pants or jeans that have holes above the knee may only be worn if opaque tights, leggings, or shorts are worn beneath. Holes in pants may not reveal the student’s hips, bottom, or undergarments All yoga pants, tights, leggings, or jeggings must cover the student’s hips, bottom, and undergarments and must be covered by shorts, skirts, shirts or dresses that completely cover the student’s hips and bottom Students may not wear pajamas Pant legs must be uniform length and may not drag on the floor

Dress Code Updates 2019-20 Dress Code 2018-19 Dress Code Other: Clothing that displays illegal behavior is not permitted. Any article of clothing, jewelry, or haircut depicting gangs, violence, sex, drugs, alcohol, mutilation or language that could be considered obscene or vulgar will not be permitted. All clothing should be worn as designed. Examples: belts buckled, no underwear as outerwear, no underwear exposed, suspenders over the shoulders “Slides” or flip flops may not be worn during P.E. House slippers are not permitted Jewelry that could be used as a weapon is not permitted Clothing that displays illegal behavior is not permitted. Any article of clothing, jewelry, or haircut depicting gangs, violence, sex, drugs, alcohol, mutilation or language that could be considered obscene or vulgar will not be permitted Belts must be buckled Private parts must be covered Avoid wearing anything that could cause you to hurt yourself or others, even by accident. (i.e. wearing “slides” or flip flops during P.E.) Jewelry that could be used as a weapon is not allowed

Dress Code Consequences (Elementary) Elementary Matrix: HCS EXPECTS ITS STUDENTS TO: WHEN STUDENTS FAIL TO MEET EXPECTATIONS BY: Day-to-Day Day-to-day in-class responses by the teacher Level 1 Classroom responses, consequences and interventions Level 2 Administrative responses and in-school consequences Level 3 Most intense in-school responses and out-of- school consequences Teacher Responses Administrators Responses Inappropriate Clothing Adhere to the school dress code Associate with people who promote a positive and friendly school climate Violating Dress Code (See BLG Appendix A).   In keeping with the District’s goal to keep students in the classroom, Level 2 Disciplinary Consequences are not generally appropriate for this behavior; however, Level 2 Interventions, such as referral to PST, may be appropriate for addressing repeated instances of this behavior. l Dressing in a lewd manner or in gang-affiliated attire

Dress Code Consequences (Secondary) Secondary Matrix: Inappropriate Clothing   Adhere to the school dress code Associate with people who promote a positive and friendly school climate Violating Dress Code (See BLG Appendix A). In keeping with the District’s goal to keep students in the classroom, Level 2 Disciplinary Consequences are not generally appropriate for this behavior; however, Level 2 Interventions, such as referral to PST, may be appropriate for addressing repeated instances of this behavior. l Dressing in a lewd manner or in gang-affiliated attire