McCarver Elementary School Dress Code Policy
2015-2016
Student Dress Code
Research has concluded that students are able to perform at their highest level in a safe and secure
environment. Students are expected to dress in a manner that enhances academic learning. Any
disruptive clothing or appearance that adversely impacts the educational process is not permitted.
Students shall be fully clothed in neat, clean and modest attire. Clothing must be free of tears and
holes.
Pants, Shorts and Skirts
Must be worn at fingertip length and neatly hemmed.
No sagging or wearing below the natural waist, oversized, fringed, with holes or cutoffs allowed.
Shirts
Oversized/baggy dresses, tank tops, halters, half shirts with an exposed midriff, and tops with
spaghetti straps are not allowed.
No offensive, explicit, anti-discrimination, gang affiliation by color, insignia or symbolism or
inappropriate words or pictures are allowed.
Shoes
Must be closed toe, flat and properly fastened.
Flip-flops, open toe, sandals, wheeled and slippers are not allowed.
General Appearance
Hair must be neat and clean.
Facial makeup is not allowed.
Hats, scarves, gloves and coats are worn outside only.
Bandanas, sunglasses, chains or large jewelry are not allowed.
If you have any questions regarding the student dress code for the 2015-2016 school year, please
contact either Mr. Greer or Mrs. Gates Cortez directly at (253) 571-4900.