Bradshaw Christian School Dress Code

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1 Bradshaw Christian School Dress Code General Guidelines Students attending Bradshaw Christian School are required to wear uniforms in all grades, Kindergarten through High School. The primary objective of the dress code is to give priority to development of the inner self over the outer self. (1 Peter 3:3-4) Therefore, the criteria for the dress code promotes modesty, respect, safety, and discretion. Students are expected to arrive at school in dress code and stay in dress code throughout the day. If a student is out of dress code they will be disciplined according to the discipline system of your child s particular campus. The administration has final say on dress appropriateness. The dress code is strictly enforced. Check with the office if you are uncertain about your uniform selections. NOTE: is the last year we will be allowing the hunter green polo. BCS Lions Den Online Store Uniform items may be ordered at the BCS online store, This is where students in K-5 are able to purchase their required uniform wear (purple polo and sweatshirt with school logo). If clothing is purchased in stores other than our online store, the items should be matching in color and fabric. BCS online store is our standard. We highly recommend purchasing the purple polo from our online store as to ensure the color is correct. Unapproved Items: Clothing items, or accessories, that are not specifically approved as part of the BCS uniform may not be worn at school. Unapproved items include, but are not limited to: vests (except approved sweaters or fleeces), ponchos, wraps, shawls, throws, head wraps, do-rags, etc. Also, long belts, wallet chains, items depicting images of profanity, sexuality, violence, drugs, alcohol, skulls, etc., may not be worn to school. Enforcement Procedures: When students have a dress code violation, our goal is to get them back to class as soon as possible. Therefore, if the item can be removed (like a sweatshirt or socks), we will ask the student to remove it and allow them to return to class. Consequences as they are outlined by each campus, will apply with each offense. There may be occasions we can offer the student extra BCS clothing to wear. If we have it available, we will allow the student to change into the extra clothing. Please be aware, this is a courtesy provided by the school, and may not be available at all times, on all campuses. It is important to note that if the student were to return to their regular schedule out of dress code, other students may be misled as to what is acceptable dress. Because this has happened on several occasions over the years, we will require students to wait in the office until the uniform violation is resolved. If dress code violations become a reoccurring problem for your student, parent contact will be made to discuss the issue. Grades K-5: Students may bring alternate clothing in their backpack. If the student has other clothing they may change right away and return to class. If the student has no alternate clothing available they will remain in the office until a change of clothes can be brought by a parent. A change of clothing is expected to be brought to school within the hour. Students will be allowed to bring school work to the office and complete it while waiting. Grades 6-8: Parents are expected to bring a change of clothing within the hour so the student can return to class. Students will remain in the office until a change of clothing is brought to school. Students will be allowed to change into PE clothes and return to class if a parent cannot bring a change of clothing to school within the hour. Students will be allowed to bring school work to the office and complete it while waiting. Students will receive a demerit beginning with the 2nd offense. The first offense of the year will warrant a warning and documentation of the offense; the parent will be notified, but no demerit will be issued. High School: Students are expected to be in dress code at all times. If they are not, they will wait in the office until a change of clothing is brought to school unless the item can be easily removed. Demerits will apply for all violations.

2 GENERAL GROOMING GUIDELINES All students should present a neat and clean appearance. Hairstyles should not detract from the educational atmosphere of the classroom. Any dyed hair must be a natural color. Tattoos, permanent or temporary, may not be viewable. Drawing or writing on exposed skin is not permitted. Oversized jewelry is not allowed, including but not limited to: large chains, large leather wristbands or collars, and spiked attire. No body piercing is permitted. ACCESSORIES Tights must be solid uniform colors. Socks must be uniform color and 2 brand logos are allowed. Nike Elite or similar looking socks are not allowed unless purchased from the school. No ponchos, wraps, or do-rags are allowed. Belts must be worn inside belt loops and be appropriate length. No profanity, sexuality, violence, drugs, alcohol, skulls, etc. may be worn at school. Boys may wear a solid uniform- colored tie with an oxford shirt. Girls may wear solid uniform-colored scarves both inside and outside of the classroom. If the scarf becomes a distraction for the students in the classroom, the teacher may ask the student to remove it. Hats must be worn facing forward and may only be worn outside. Shoes must be worn at all times and have a back strap. Tennis shoes must be worn for PE. No slipper style footwear is permitted. GIRLS GROOMING GUIDELINES Hair (including clip-in extensions, weaves, and hair clips) shall be natural in color. One removable clip-in feather is permitted. Natural looking make-up is allowed. No more than 2 earrings in each ear permitted. BOYS GROOMING GUIDELINES Boys haircuts: - Back and sides should not extend below the top of the shirt collar. - Front bangs should not extend below the eyebrow. - Hairstyles are to be well maintained and groomed. Hairstyles should be traditional. - No spiked, Mohawk, or razor cut designs, etc. are permitted. - Faux hawks that are no more than 2 in height and do not have shaved sides are allowed. They must be well- groomed and hair may stand up in the front as long as it does not exceed 2 in height. - Braids, tails, & locks are not allowed. Facial hair should be clean shaven. Also: - Sideburns may extend no lower than the bottom of the ear. - Neatly- trimmed moustaches and/or goatees are permitted. - Moustache and/or goatee hair may be no longer than a ½ inch. Boys are not permitted to wear earrings or any body piercing. All clothing must not be tight fitting or have excessive bagginess. Pants must be worn as a traditional fit. DEFINITIONS: Tight-Fitting: Any article of clothing that restricts movement or emphasizes bodily curves. Excessive Bagginess: Anything that is oversized and not appropriately fitted, sags, or will not stay up. Traditional Fit: Classic style, straight legs, fits at waist, with no additional pockets (such as those in cargo pants).

3 APPROVED UNIFORM COLORS TOPS: Navy Blue, White, Black, Red Royal Purple *K-5 Field Trip Uniform Color Charcoal Grey (must match the EXACT color of our online store). Hunter Green (this is the last year this will be an approved color) Material: pique, interlock knit, jersey knit, or Dri-Fit. BOTTOMS: Khaki Navy Blue Black Blackwatch plaid (MUST purchase this item at Dennis Uniform) Material: Twill, pleated, flat front, straight leg, fitted at waist, sized appropriately. POLOS/BLOUSES/TURTLENECKS/ SWEATSHIRTS/ SWEATERS Polos must be in approved uniform colors. One pocket in the same color as the polo is acceptable. Long and short sleeves, cap sleeves, and button pockets are allowed. Turtlenecks and mock turtlenecks are allowed in any approved uniform color. Oxford shirts must be white, a button down style and have a collar. They must also be tucked in. Blouses must be white. Bras must not be visible through the blouse. A camisole may be necessary. Sweatshirts must be in an approved uniform color. Any BCS item that is sold for athletic teams or sold by BCS is allowed. All sweatshirts are considered uniform whether they are worn inside or outside. They may be zip-up, crew, or hooded. Necklines may not be altered. Zip ups must have an approved shirt underneath. Sweatshirts with hoods must have a hood lining that is the same color as the sweatshirt. HIGH SCHOOL may wear college sweatshirts. Sweaters must be in approved uniform color. Sweaters with non-bcs logos, with woven prints, that are loose knit, have a loose neckline, or have more than one color in the stitching are NOT permitted. Cable knit or ribbed patterns are acceptable. Zippers, hoods, and pullovers are allowed. V-neck styles may be pullover, cardigan, or vest in style. Must be a traditional uniform sweater. Midriffs should not be exposed when arms are raised. Cleavage or bra straps must not be visible. When shirts are un-tucked, they cannot be any longer than the back pocket or shorter than below the belt loop. PANTS/SHORTS/SKIRTS/SKORTS/JUMPERS No denim, jean, corduroy, or stretch material. No low rise, flare bottoms, or cargo/painter/carpenter style. Must be in approved uniform colors and traditional fit. Pants can be traditional/classic fit, twill, pleated or flat front, or straight legged. Back pockets are permitted. Capri pants may be worn by girls, but may not have drawstrings. No cargo or tightfitting pants are permitted. Shorts must be the same material and color as pants. Shorts may be no more than 4 inches above the top of the kneecap, and may not extend below the knee. GRADES K-8: Skirts/Skorts/Jumpers must be the same material and color as pants and must be no more than 4 inches above the top of the kneecap. A full skort panel is not required. HIGH SCHOOL: Skirts/Skorts/Jumpers must be no more than 2 inches above the top of the kneecap. No decorative zippers or buckles permitted. A full skort panel is not required.

4 OUTERWEAR Jackets, coats, and fleece are considered outerwear. Outerwear must fit appropriately. No objectionable words or pictures are permitted. Fleece may be zip-up or vest. Outerwear must be removed in classrooms and in chapel. Outerwear is meant to be worn while students are outside only. Students may wear sweatshirts at any time while on campus because they are considered part of the uniform. MS/HS PE DRESS CODE MS/HS students that participate in a P.E. class are required to purchase a Bradshaw Christian issued P.E. uniform (shirt and shorts), which they must change into before P.E. class. Students may wear sweats with instructor s permission. Sweats should be plain black or gray. If the student is not dressed in a complete P.E. uniform, class consequences will be enforced. FREE DRESS DAYS At various times during the year students enjoy Free Dress days. School uniforms are permitted, but are not required on Free Dress days. Free dress must be appropriate for a Christian school. Offensive language or images must not be displayed, including: profanity, sexuality, violence, drugs, alcohol, skulls, etc. Casual shirts and jeans are allowed but must not be dirty, ripped, torn, tight-fitting, or shredded. Free dress must be modest. Skirts and shorts must be within dress code lengths at all times. Leggings or tights may not be worn as pants during free dress. Tank tops may be worn only if a tee shirt is worn underneath. Excessive tightness, bare midriffs or bare shoulders are not permitted. Pajamas, sweatpants, and loungewear (including yoga pants, jeggings, velour sets, cotton fleece, etc.) are not permitted on free dress days. For safety reasons, shoes and sandals must have a back or back strap. Flip-flops or bedroom slippers are not permitted. BCS PRIDE DAYS BCS Pride days are intended to allow students to show their BCS Pride. Every campus has specific requirements for these days, so please refer to the flyers that are sent home regarding specific rules. SPIRIT DAYS Some free dress days are referred to as Spirit Days. Specific attire guidelines will be announced in advance for special themed Spirit Days. On Spirit Days, students must dress according to the announced theme or they must wear the regular school uniform. Rules for modesty, length and tightness apply.

5 Dress Code for High School Athletes There are times when our sports teams dress up for game days. The following rules apply for those days. Dress up days for athletes will be announced by the coach and approved by the administration. Female Athletes Female athletes may wear dresses or skirts. The dress or skirt may be no shorter than 2 inches above the knee. If the dress or skirt has a slit, the termination of that slit may not be shorter than 2 inches above the knee. The dress or skirt must not be excessively tight. Female athletes may also wear slacks. Slacks must also not be excessively tight. Leggings can only be worn underneath an appropriate skirt that meets the length requirements. Blouses may be worn, but they must conform to the standards for blouses set forth in the dress code, except they may be in colors other than white. There is to be no showing of cleavage and the bra must not be visible through the material. Footwear needs to be appropriate to the style of dress. No flip flops or tennis shoes are allowed. If the event is formal or semiformal, a long sleeve button down shirt and tie. Slacks are appropriate with dress shoes. Formal events, such as prom, suggest at least a suit and tie or even a tux. Dress at theme dances should adhere to the school policies regarding modesty and appropriateness. 8 th Grade Graduation Dress Code 8 th grade graduation is a formal event celebrated with faculty, friends and family. Due to the nature of the event, attire should fit the formality of the occasion, and be modest and comfortable. Females: must be dressed in a dress, skirt, or pants suit. Dresses must have straps with a width of 2 fingers or they must be wearing a sweater or wrap over the dress. The only exception is a modest, high-cut halter top. Dresses should be no more than 4 above the kneecap all the way around. Males:: Must wear slacks, a dress shirt, and a tie. A sport coat is optional. No jeans Male Athletes Male athletes may wear a long sleeve buttoned shirt with a tie that matches either in color or style. The shirt must be tucked in at all times. Male athletes may wear a matching and appropriate sports coat, suit coat or v-necked sweater if desired. Slacks or dockers are to be of matching and or appropriate color, and should be of the appropriate length. Tears or fraying are not allowed. A belt is considered required for dress up days. Footwear needs to be appropriate to the style of dress. No flip flops or tennis shoes are allowed. Dress Code for Dances Modesty is the key when it comes to the dress expectations for our dances. Students who do not meet these requirements will not be allowed to enter the dance. Females There is to be no cleavage. This means that there is to be no view of the top or sides of the breast, nor the space between them. The dress should meet our dress code standards for length. The dress should be no shorter than 4 inches above the knee cap, and any slits on the side, front or back of the dress must terminate no higher than 4 inches above the knee cap. There are to be no low cut backs. Backs are to be cut no lower than 3 inches below the shoulder blades. There are to be no cutouts or see-through material. Dresses are to be one complete piece with no slits or cutouts that reveal midrift, lower back, sides or upper legs. Any seethrough material, such as lace, must have a non see-through fabric backing to it. Males Clothing for dances should be appropriate to the theme and expectations for the event.

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