ICA Dress Code

ICA DRESS CODE

The school dress code at Immanuel Christian Academy attempts to develop student standards of dress that reduce the appearance of materialism, that encourages a disciplined learning environment, and that reflect a higher moral standard. The way students dress influences their behavior, self-image, and performance. We want to encourage students to develop an attitude about their appearance which shows self-respect and self-esteem. Our dress code is based upon teaching modesty and appropriateness in a Christian education environment. Parents and students should know what is acceptable dress for students or should ask for clarification before the student wears anything that is questionable. The decision on what is acceptable dress is the responsibility of the administration. The school administration reserves the right to initiate policies on new fads and changes in style during the school year

STANDARDS FOR ALL STUDENTS

1. Modest appearance includes clothing with a moderately loose fit.

2. Counter-cultural fads, dress, or hairstyles with extreme cuts or unnatural cuts must be avoided (ex. rock groups). This includes tattoos (fake or otherwise).

3. Sweatpants, pajama pants, athletic wear, baggy t-shirts, open-toe shoes, recreational clothing, or jeans with tears or holes are not acceptable attire.

4. Garments must be free of inappropriate slogans, pictures, and in good repair.

5. Hats are to be worn outside the building only.

6. Regular school dress will be required for all school activities unless previously specified by the administration.

Please ask these questions when selecting clothing

and hairstyles:

1. Is it immodest?

2. Might my appearance be disruptive to learning by calling attention to itself?

3. Does my appearance identify with a counter-cultural group or a rebellious element of society?

4. Does my clothing present a health or safety hazard?

5. Is my clothing faded, worn, or improperly fitted?

6. Is the design and purpose other than for school use?

If the answer is “yes” to any of the above questions, then the attire or appearance is not acceptable for school.

DRESS CODE FOR YOUNG LADIES

• Approved uniform polo shirts are navy or hunter green with the ICA logo monogram on the left chest.

• Approved uniform docker slacks or shorts are khaki, navy, black, or gray.

• Refrain from ruffle legged clothing.

• Approved skirts or shorts are to be knee length and solid color of khaki, navy, black, or gray.

• Approved uniform jumpers are navy and khaki with the ICA logo monogramed on the left chest.

• Approved uniform sweatshirts are navy or hunter green with the ICA monogram on the left chest or ICA logo.

• T-shirt days are on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Students are permitted to wear approved ICA logo shirts that have been sold by the school. Students may have a shirt designed with prior approval from administration to wear on t-shirt days. The approved colors are navy or hunter green.

• Socks, tights, or leggings must be solid navy, hunter green, black, gray, or white.

• Leggings are not pants and should only be worn under an approved jumper or skirt. Adhere to leggings code color above.

• Blue jeans and cargo jeans are allowed (no designs, holes or tears).

• No tattoos (real or fake) are to be worn by students.

• No body piercings (earrings are acceptable).

• All jewelry must be worn in good taste.

• Shoes are to be closed-toed and non-slip. No flip-flops, shoe skates, sandals, or clogs are permitted.

DRESS CODE FOR YOUNG MEN

• Approved uniform polo shirts are navy or hunter green with the ICA logo monogram on the left chest.

• Approved uniform docker slacks or shorts are khaki, navy, black, or gray.

• Approved shorts are to be knee length and solid color of khaki, navy, black, or gray. (No athletic shorts)

• Approved uniform sweatshirts are navy or hunter green with the ICA monogram on the left chest or ICA logo.

• T-shirt days are on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Students are permitted to wear approved ICA logo shirts that have been sold by the school. Students may have a shirt designed with prior approval from administration to wear on t-shirt days. The approved colors are navy or hunter green.

• Blue jeans and cargo jeans are allowed (no designs, holes or tears).

• No tattoos (real or fake) are to be worn by students.

• No body piercings.

• Hair must be cut in a traditional style and trimmed off the collar, off the ears, and above the eyebrows. Sideburns must not be below the middle of the ear, and no facial hair or any kind will be permitted.

• Shoes are to be closed-toed with a non-slip sole. No flip-flops, shoe skates, or sandals are permitted.

***Immanuel Christian Academy School Board reserves the

right to change the dress code at any time and for any reason.