Student Dress Code
Graystone Academy Charter School (GACS) students will be required to follow the designated school dress code. The Board of Trustees has chosen the dress code standards for the 2002-2003 school year. Parents are able to purchase clothing pieces from any suppliers that match the chosen colors and standards. The policy is designed to help all of us focus on our primary mission of education and help to promote an orderly, safe, and respectful learning environment. Adherence to this code is the responsibility of students and parents. The teachers and administrators share enforcement of this code. GACS reserves the right to interpret the code and make adjustments as necessary.
For the purposes of this dress code, Gang Paraphernalia is defined by the local law enforcement authority for the Coatesville Area School District (CASD). The definition will be ever changing as the times and conditions identify new paraphernalia. The GACS Board will work closely with the CASD to identify any new paraphernalia and will endeavor to keep the GACS a neutral campus. If the student is found wearing any attire or accessory that is currently being identified to indicate Gang Membership, the parent will be contacted and asked that the child no longer wear the item in dispute for the child’s safety as well as the rest of the student body.
Students should exhibit good taste and personal pride through good grooming and dress habits. It is the policy of this school that all students are expected to be neat, clean and appropriately dressed.
Therefore the following rules shall be followed in reference to student uniform:
TOPS: Short or long sleeved collared shirts, polo/golf shirts and blouses. No Manufacturer Logo* Tags larger than one square inch will be permitted, except the Graystone logo. Turtlenecks are acceptable. Shirts should remain tucked in. Pullover sweaters, vests, button down cardigan sweaters or cotton blend sweatshirts are permitted.
Solid Colors: Uniform Baby Blue, Navy Blue, Gray or White
BOTTOMS: Chino dress pants, shorts, dresses, skirts, skorts, and jumpers. No Manufacturer Logo* Tags larger than one square inch will be permitted. All must be appropriately sized for width and hemmed to a safe length. Underwear should not be visible. Pant size should not hinder a student’s ability to move about easily and safely. Pants must be securely fastened at the waist. Dresses, skirts, skorts, and jumpers should not be more than one (1) inch above the knee.
Solid Colors: Navy Blue or Khaki
SOCKS, STOCKINGS or TIGHTS must be worn with all types of shoes.
Colors: Navy or Baby Blue, Gray, White, Brown or Khaki
FOOTWEAR: All footwear must remain fastened as designed, i.e. tied, velcro fastened, and may include sneakers, dress shoes, and boots. No sandals, clogs or open toed shoes are permitted. Soles and heels should be no more than one (1) inch in height.PHYSICAL EDUCATION DAY ALLOWABLE DRESS CODE:
TOPS: Graystone Logo T-Shirt - only permitted on Physical Education Days. All other options for Tops, as described above, are acceptable
BOTTOM: Navy Blue or Gray Cotton Sweatpants - only permitted on Physical Education Days. All other options for Bottoms, as described above, are acceptable, but is recommended girls not wear a dress, jumper or skirt.
FOOTWEAR: Athletic footwear required for physical education days must be appropriate for physical activity.
GENERAL DRESS LIMITATIONS:
· No body piercings are allowed outside of the ears.
· No dangling earrings may be worn. Stud earrings in ears only are allowed.
· No hats, bandanas or sweatbands around the head may be worn inside the building.
· Non-prescription sunglasses may not be worn in the building.
· Item that may be considered a weapon including, but not limited, to studded jewelry, “hardware” chains or wallet chains will not be permitted.
· Tears or holes in clothing will not be allowed. Clothing and footwear should be in good repair at all times.
· No see through clothing will be permitted.
· Girls of appropriate age and development are to wear proper undergarments.
· Distracting or unusual hair colors, hair styles, large hair accessories, excessive or distracting make-up or cosmetic contact lenses will not be permitted.
· Items or articles of clothing which are considered by the school administration to be disruptive to the orderly school environment will not be permitted.
· No perfume or cologne will be permitted.
The principal has the discretion to change the dress code on special event days, such days will be announced in advance.
When a teacher observes that a student is wearing items that are in violation of the dress code the student should be referred to the CAO. If the clothing is determined to be inappropriate the student will be given the opportunity to obtain other clothing through a phone call to parents. The student will not be permitted to attend class until the proper attire is obtained.
* All clothing, Logos, Footwear and Accessories must conform to the Student Code of Conduct, Student Responsibilities, Environment #2.
Levels of Disciplinary Consequences: Minimum 1 to Maximum 4