Community Christian School
2011-2012 Appearance Code – K5-6th
“Setting a Standard..not an Attitude”
Philosophy
Our commitment at Community Christian School is to do all things in a way that is pleasing to the Lord and that will bring honor and glory to Him. Accordingly, what we wear should direct subtle attention to the inner person, not the physical body. The essence of our dress code is expressed in I Peter 3:3-4, which states our attractiveness should not be based on what we wear, but on our hidden inner self, “the unfailing beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit.”
The Community Christian School dress code has been established to provide minimum standards of dress and appearance which will assist parents and students in choosing appropriate clothing to be worn to school and school functions. We realize that clothing styles are cultural and cultural standards are not always right or wrong. However, student attire needs to be safe, conservative, modest, neat and appropriate; also, it should not be a distraction, express an ungodly lifestyle, nor tempt others to stumble.
Policy
Students need to adhere to the following dress code standards which will be strictly enforced. Unless otherwise designated, these standards apply AT ALL TIMES when the student is on the school campus. Since the following standards/guidelines are not intended to cover every possibility, the administration will make the final decision regarding dress code compliance or any questionable clothing or style that is not specifically addressed in the current dress code. We wish to assure both students and parents that while standards of dress and conduct will be strictly enforced, students will be dealt with in Christian love and fairness, with concern for the individual involved.
Any student in violation of the dress code may be sent home and/or held out of class or an activity until the infraction is corrected. Since parents are responsible for the dress and appearance of their children, they will be notified of dress code violations, and held responsible for bringing in an appropriate change of clothing as needed.
Depending on the circumstances, obvious and repeated dress code violation will result in disciplinary action.
Appearance Code Guidelines
Shirts:
Monday, Thursday & Friday – Any CCS shirt, Christian t-shirt, solid or striped polo, solid-color turtleneck or pullover sweater (no homemade t-shirts)
Tuesday – Current SLi shirt (mandatory)
Wednesday – Current Chapel shirt (mandatory)
Mandatory Spirit/ Field trip Shirt
All students must purchase the new CCS spirit/field trip shirt for their grade level. Forms will be available in the summer to order.
Pants
Jeans – black or blue denim, no pockets on pant legs
Docker-style slacks – navy, khaki, or black
Pants may not be cut open, torn, frayed, low-rise
Shorts/Skorts
- “Docker” style (pleated or flat front) – worn at waist . Shorts must be no shorter than 2” above the tope of the kneecap - solid navy, khaki, or black
- Hemmed denim shorts – no cuts, torn, frayed. (no more than 2” above the knee)
- Blue Jean capris only
Skirts:
Solid; navy, khaki, or denim; no sheer material; to the top of the knee
Outerware; any kind of jacket/sweater with a zipper or buttons; CCS hoodie, or solid color sweat shirts worn on top of other dress code shirt. (Solid-color “classic” sweatshirts; no words or pictures, CCS monogram is allowed)
Shoes:
No straps between toes (no flip flops)
No cleats
No soccer sandals
No house shoes
Shoes must be appropriate for p.e. and the playground at school.
Hair:
Girls – No extreme styles or color; out of the eyes
Boys – No extreme styles or color; above the eyebrows; not to extend below the collar or the bottom of the ear
Special Dress:
There may be special occasions which require students to have khaki pants, jumper or skirts. Students in choir may also be required to have a certain color polo shirt in order to have uniformity. You will receive adequate notice when this clothing is required.
Inappropriate apparel/accessories:
- No electronic equipment, e.g., pagers, cell phones, ipods, mp3 players, etc.
- No chains or knives
- No accessories which could be harmful or promote a negative image, eg., tattoos, piercings on boys, excessive or unusual piercings on girls
- Make-up
- Electronic devices that are visible or audible will be confiscated and kept in the principal’s office. Parents will be allowed to retrieve devices for a $20 fee. The school cannot be responsible for lost or stolen devices.
The final decision about the appropriateness of a student’s
aAppearance will rest with the administration.
06/28/11
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