CHS Dress Code for 2003-2004:

CHS Dress Code for 2007-2008

It will be the policy of Columbia High School students to dress appropriately. Modesty will be the dominant feature. Students will adhere to the following dress code during the school day (7a.m.-3p.m.) and while riding District transportation.

Shirts

Solid color or have a striped or plaid pattern with sleeves. Cap sleeves are not allowed.
Shirts may have logos; however, the logos may not be larger than 2 square inches. No writing or embellishments are allowed outside of the logo area.
Shirts must be tucked in and remain tucked in throughout the day.
Shirt neckline must be within 3” of the neck.
Approved Columbia High School spirit shirts may be worn.
Sheer and see-through shirts, sleeveless shirts, tank tops, or tube tops that reveal the midriff and visible cleavage are not allowed.
Long sleeved shirts will remain tucked in and meet the above requirements.

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2 square inch logo area

Pullover Sweaters/Pullover Sweatshirts

Oversized and hoodie styles are not allowed.
Logos are permitted but may not be larger than 2 square inches.

No writing or embellishments are allowed outside of the logo area.

Must be of a solid color or have a striped or plaid pattern.
Approved Columbia High School spirit wear may be worn.

Long sleeved shirts are not considered sweaters or sweatshirts.
Shirt neckline must be within 3” of the neck.

Dresses/Skirts/Jumpers

Solid color, or have a striped or plaid pattern with sleeves
Knee length ( 3 inches from the knee)
Jumpers and skirts are to be worn with a shirt of a solid color, or have a striped or plaid pattern.
Professional pant suits or dress suits may be worn.
Dresses, skirts, and jumpers may be worn by girls only.

Pants

Pants must be full-length, of a solid dark color, gray or khaki. Blue jeans are allowed.
Pants must be worn at the waist, as defined at the top of the hip bones.
All pants must have belt loops and be worn with a belt (no exceptions). The belts must be visible.
Oversized pants are not allowed. No sagging or baggy pants allowed.
Sweat pants, parachute pants, and wind pant styles are not allowed.
Frayed pants or pants with holes are not to be worn.
Girls may wear capri pants that extend beyond the bottom of the knee in the sitting position.
Pants with excessive zippers, loops, straps, ornaments, etc. are not permitted.

Shoes

Shoes are to be worn at all times. All footwear must be closed around the foot. Sandals with back straps are allowed. Any type of flip-flop or house shoe is not allowed.

Coats/Jackets/Sweaters

Coats/Jackets/Sweaters that zip or button completely in the front may be worn and do not have to meet the above requirements. Students may be required to remove them in them classroom.

Dress and Grooming

1. Any form of dress that is attention getting, disruptive, or distracting to school activities shall not be permitted. No hats, caps, bandanas, or other head coverings of any type are to worn. Bandanas and sweatbands are not permitted. Sunglasses are not permitted unless prescription allows. Heavy chains and spiked accessories are not permitted.

2. Boys will not wear anything in their ears (i.e. earrings, string loops, toothpicks, plastic fillers, etc.). No student is allowed to wear ornaments as a result of body piercing (except females may wear earrings). Oral jewelry is not permitted.

3. Hair is to be of a natural color, neatly trimmed and kept out of the eyes. Boys’ hairstyles shall not be worn below the eyebrows in front nor below the bottom of the ear on the side and shall not extend below the top of the shoulder in the back. Extreme hairstyles (e.g. Mohawks, spiked, colored or dyed hair, etc.) that are distracting or are designed to be conspicuous shall not be permitted. Boys will be allowed to wear their hair in one nice and neat pony if it meets the above criteria. Hair carvings and designs are not permitted. Sideburns cannot extend below the bottom of the earlobe.

4. Boys will have a clean-shaven face at all times.

5. Distracting makeup will not be permitted. Boys are not to wear make-up. Writing on the body is not permitted; tattoos must be covered.

6. Medical modifications may be granted on an as needed basis. Medical statements from a physician are necessary and must state that the condition will be worsened by following the dress code.

The District’s dress code is established to teach grooming and hygiene, instill discipline, prevent disruption, avoid safety hazards, and teach respect for authority.

The school prohibits any clothing or grooming that in the principal’s and/or designee(s) judgment may reasonably be expected to cause disruption of or interference with normal school operations. The school prohibits pictures, emblems, writings, or clothing that is lewd, offensive, vulgar, or obscene. Additionally, any items that advertise or depict tobacco products, alcoholic beverages, drugs, or any other substance prohibited under policy FNCA(Local) are prohibited.

If the principal determines a student is in violation of the dress code, the student shall be given an explanation of the dress code policy and rules and shall be given the opportunity to correct the problem at school. If not corrected, the student shall be assigned to In-School Suspension (ISS) for the remainder of the day or until the problem is corrected. Copies of any dress and grooming violations will be mailed to the parent/guardian.

Repeated dress code offenses will result in more serious disciplinary action such as:

After School Detention (ASD) Alternative Education Center (AEC)

Saturday School 1 day Boot Camp

In School Suspension (ISS) Corporal Punishment

The District prohibits any clothing or grooming that in the principal's judgment may reasonably be expected to cause disruption of or interference with normal school operations FNCA (Local).

Any attire deemed distractive, lewd, offensive, or otherwise inappropriate by school administrators will not be allowed.