Dress Code (Student Dress and Grooming) Revised 6/6/2011

Elementary and Middle School
High School - female students
High School - male students

General

Regarding modesty, Timothy admonishes women “…to adorn themselves with proper clothing, modestly and discreetly...as befits a woman making a claim to godliness” (I Timothy 2:9-10). Theses verses indicate that our responsibility is to reflect Christ and draw attention to Him rather than to ourselves. Whether we are male or female, our moderation and humility in dress—as part of our behavior—is intended to bring glory to God. Because of this, we must take great care that we do not take glory in the way that we dress. Specifically, we must make sure that our dress is not chosen with the intention of drawing attention to ourselves. Such foolishness directs attention away from God. This directive is usually aimed at teaching our young men and women to dress modestly.

This year’s dress code has been streamlined with input from students, parents, faculty and other Christian schools in order to maximize efficiency and minimize confusion. Please remember that we are an academic institution and many of our requirements are not directly connected with godliness, but are simply our guidelines for good marketplace standards. The following standards have been developed through experience and through the need to “parent” more than a hundred students at once. We appreciate your support as parents and students in obeying God by submitting to the school’s dress code. Your compliance and faithfulness allows our teachers and administration to spend less time “policing” student dress, more time on positive relational interaction, and more focus on educational and extracurricular activities.

The administration of Parkview recognizes the effect that student dress and grooming have upon student behavior and commitment to learning. It further recognizes the role of parents in assisting their children in making appropriate choices regarding clothing, accessories, and personal appearance. Students and parents are encouraged to comply cheerfully with the guidelines so that we all may move on together, not majoring on the minor things, but working together to explore all that God has planned for each of us. Attire considered disruptive, which could present a health or safety problem, is not appropriate. If a student has any doubt as to what is acceptable, he/she should bring additional clothes, or not wear the particular item of apparel in question. Students may come by the office to check their articles of clothing for acceptability with an administrator. Students will not be allowed to attend class until clothing is appropriate. Teachers may send students to the office to make arrangements for a change of clothing. If a change of clothing is not available, the student will be issued temporary “dress code” attire. Any class time missed will result in grades of “zero” for work missed.

The dress code will be followed at all times while on campus or at any Parkview Christian Academy function. According to the discretion of our school administration, if a student is deemed inappropriately dressed, parents will be notified and asked to remedy this immediately either by picking them up or bringing them appropriate clothing.

Clothing from the following stores may not be worn: Abercrombie and Fitch, Hollister, Gilly Hicks, Victoria’s Secret.

PLEASE LABEL ALL CLOTHING WITH STUDENT'S NAME.

Dress Code for Chapel Days
To enhance the chapel experience, students will be required to be in Chapel Dress on specially scheduled chapel days. Chapel Dress requires more dressy attire than regular school days. Jeans of any color, shorts, and clothing with writing or emblems are not allowed. Please observe dress code and modesty when choosing Chapel Dress attire.

Christmas Program Attire: Jr. and Sr. High only
Boys must wear black pants with a white collared shirt, black socks, and black dress shoes. A red or black tie and black sport coat is optional. Girls must wear a modest “Christmas dress” or black pants or skirt with either a white or red collared shirt, and black dress shoes.

Elementary and Middle School Grades

Shirts

• may be solid, striped, or plaid—no prints
• must be collared (button-down or polo)
• must be kept tucked in
• sleeves must not extend past the fingertips
• there should only be a two closed-finger distance between the collarbone and the top of the shirt
• no midriffs or undergarments may be showing
• top button only may be left unbuttoned
• there may be no “advertising” or large logos on the shirts
• must cover the shoulders
• must not be “revealing” when bending over
• t-shirts with the Parkview logo may be worn only on dress-down days or school-approved days (field trips, game days, or Spirit Day)

Pants

• must be a solid color—no jeans, neon, or anything distasteful; subject to administrative discretion
• outside pockets are permitted
• may not have holes or worn excessively
• no sweat, yoga, pajama, or “swishy” pants
• must not be excessively tight or loose
• belts must be worn by all students 4th grade and above

Shorts

• must be a solid color; outside pockets are permitted—no jeans, neon, or anything distasteful; subject to administrative discretion
• may not have holes or worn excessively
• must be modest ( Bermuda length)—even on dress-down days
• rules for shorts also apply to skirts, skorts, capris, and jumpers

Skirts and Dresses

• length must be modest (it should not be off the ground when kneeling)
• K-2 nd may wear scooter skirts (skirts with shorts built in)
• shorts must be worn under skirts and dresses
• skirt and dress colors are the same as for shorts and pants

Hair must be neat, clean, modest and out of the student’s face

Sweatshirts

• only sweatshirts with the Parkview logo (spirit wear) may be worn
• no hoods may be worn inside the building

Sweaters

• must not display noticeable logos
• acceptable sweater types include, turtlenecks, cardigans, pullovers or zippered (no fleece)
• no hoods may be worn inside the building

Shoes and Socks

• may be brown, black, navy blue or white with solid color, or nylons
• socks must be matching
• patterned tights are acceptable for K-2 nd
• tennis shoes are acceptable
• firm sandals with heel straps may be worn in hot weather, no flip flops
• shoes with high heels are not to be worn at school

Every Friday “Dress Down Day”…Cost $1

• may wear jeans or jean shorts (must be modest, no holes, or excessively worn)
• shirts must be modest—no sleeveless
• no sweats, yoga, pajama or “swishy” pants

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HIGH SCHOOL: Dress Code for Female Students

Pants and Shorts

• Dress pants and jeans are acceptable, but may not be low fitting, torn, frayed, have holes, ripped or cut seams, be excessively tight or loose, have patches, or drag the floor. All pants must be hemmed.
• Tailored shorts & capris are permitted, but shorts must be Bermuda length and come to the top of the knee. No cut-offs.
• Athletic wear, i.e. sweat pants, basketball shorts, board shorts, warm-ups, and spandex worn alone, are not permitted at any time other than PE.
• Overalls and sleepwear are not permitted.
• No undergarments may be showing at anytime.
• If leggings are worn, they must be opaque and worn with a top that comes below mid-thigh.

Skirts and Dresses

• Skirts and dresses are to fit properly and must be below the knee.
• Sundresses or low cut dresses are not permitted.

Shirts

• Shirts must not be tight, form-fitting, revealing, or midriff bearing. There should only be a two closed-finger distance between the collarbone and the top of the shirt. All tops must come down to the bottom of the student’s back pocket.
• Tops must be sleeved garments. No spaghetti-strap tanks or camisoles worn alone (they can be worn under a shirt or sweater).
• No t-shirts with inappropriate writing, phrases, pictures, logos, descriptions, decorations, or emblems.
• No secular music/ band shirts allowed; only bands produced under a Christian label.

Outerwear

• Sweaters, hoodies and sweatshirts are permitted, but must not have inappropriate writing or phrases. Coats may not be worn during the day.

Accessories

• No hats, bandanas, sunglasses, hoods, or head covering of any kind allowed in the building. No backpacks/sport-bags/purses may be carried during school.
• Shoes must be worn at all times; sandals and flip flops are permitted
• Heelies or bedroom slippers are not permitted.
• No outlandish jewelry, specifically any face or body piercings. Girls may not wear hoop earring larger than a quarter in size.
• No tattoos—permanent, henna, or hand drawn.

Hair

• Hair should be of a natural color, no outlandish styles or colors, such as blue, green, purple, gothic red or black.
• Unconventional hairstyles or cuts are not permitted, i.e., Mohawks, spikes, etc.
• Girls and their parents must see that hair remains out of the eyes and be neatly trimmed.

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HIGH SCHOOL: Dress Code for Male Students

Pants

• Pants must be worn at the waistline and be appropriately sized. No tight skinny jeans allowed.
• Dress pants and jeans are acceptable, but may not be torn, frayed, have holes, ripped or cut seams, drag the floor, be excessively tight or loose, and may not have patches.
• Athletic wear, i.e. sweat pants, basketball shorts, board shorts, bathing suits, warm-ups, or spandex worn alone, is not permitted at any time.
• Proper fitting shorts are permitted, but must come to the knee or below. No cut-offs or rolled up pants/jeans.
• Overalls and sleepwear are not permitted.
• No undergarments may be showing at any time.

Shirts

• No secular music/ band shirts allowed; only bands produced under a Christian label.
• No shirts or t-shirts with inappropriate writing, phrases, pictures, logos, descriptions, decorations, or emblems.

 Outerwear

• Sweaters, hoodies and sweatshirts are permitted, but must not have inappropriate writing, phrases, pictures, logos, descriptions, decorations, or emblems. Coats may not be worn during school.

Accessories

• No hats, bandanas, sunglasses, hoods, or head covering of any kind allowed in the building. No backpacks/sport-bags/purses may be carried during school.
• Hair should be of a natural color, no outlandish colors, such as blue, green, purple, gothic red or black.
• Unconventional hairstyles or cuts are not permitted, i.e., Mohawks, spikes, etc.
• Shoes must be worn at all times. Sandals are permitted.
• Heelies or bedroom slippers are not permitted.
• No piercings are allowed on the body.
• No outlandish jewelry, specifically any ear piercings, dog collars or chains, or any jewelry bearing inappropriate images.
• No tattoos—permanent, henna, or hand drawn permitted.

Hair

• Hair should be of a natural color, no outlandish colors, such as blue, green, purple, gothic red or black.
• Unconventional hairstyles or cuts are not permitted, i.e., Mohawks, spikes, etc.
• Boys and their parents must see that hair remains out of the eyes and be neatly and evenly trimmed. Mohawks, fauxhawks, spikes, or non-natural colors are not permitted.
• Boys’ facial hair is to be neat and well-groomed at all times. No shaggy or unkempt appearance will be allowed. Compliance will be determined by the administration.

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