Uniforms

NSCA UNIFORM/DRESS CODE POLICY

North Stonington Christian Academy requires uniforms for daily school wear. We believe that the way students dress strongly influences their behavior, self-image, and the effort they extend in school. It is our desire to encourage students in developing an attitude about their appearance that will show a high degree of self-respect and self-worth. With this in mind, the dress code is intended to guide students in dressing in a clean, neat and modest fashion, which will also reflect manliness in boys and femininity in girls. We do not wish our students to conform to the culture of the world and fads or extremes of dress, but to be a counter-cultural influence for good in all areas of life, including their appearance.

Dress code requirements are in effect during all hours of school

operation (including before and after-care).

**Proper outerwear is required for students who have recess (Pre-K through Grade 6). Coats, hats, gloves, etc. are required for cold weather. Students with inadequate outerwear will not be allowed outside for recess.

**Outerwear including hats, coats, and gloves are not permitted for classroom wear.

**Both permanent and temporary tattoos are not appropriate for boys or girls in all grades.

**No face or body piercing (other than modestly pierced ears for girls) are appropriate for any student.

**Dying hair or portions of hair an unnatural hair color is not acceptable for any student.

In all instances concerning questions of proper dress, the decision of the teacher will be final.

GIRLS' UNIFORM

Navy blue jumper or skirt (knee-length or longer). *Girls in grades 9-12 may also wear khaki color knee-length skirts.

White blouse, oxford shirt, or turtleneck - blouses and shirts must be tucked in with only the top button open and no under layers visible. Short-sleeved blouses or golf-style shirts (with button placket) are acceptable for warm weather.

Navy blue cardigan, pull-over sweater, or sweater vest available through Land's End Catalog (or of comparable style if purchased elsewhere). Girls in grades 9-12 may wear navy blue blazers.

Socks or tights (navy or white). Girls in grades 7-12 may wear hose.

Shoes (sneakers are allowed). No flip flops for any grade; sandals for Pre-K - 6th grade girls must have a heel strap; grades 7-12 may wear open-backed flat or low-heeled shoes. Shoes/sneakers must be laced and tied for safety reasons. Shoes/sneakers should be solid colored (no cartoon prints or graffiti graphics, no flashing lights, no wheels are permitted).

Girls should wear shorts under their jumpers or skirts if they want to play on the playground climbing equipment.

Gym-type solid colored navy blue sweat pants may be worn under jumpers or skirts outdoors during extremely cold weather only.

In all grades, spandex shorts will not be permitted.

Tank tops and camisole tops worn under open shirts are not permitted.

Jewlery and make-up for young ladies should be modest. Large hoop or dangling earrings are not acceptable for safety reasons (earring size should be generally, smaller than a quarter). Hair should be kept off the face and out of the eyes.

No exposed midriffs due to low riding pants or short shirts (i.e. gym, dress-down days).

BOYS' UNIFORM

Navy blue chino pants (Docker style, NOT cargos) with belt (no belt required in Pre-K or Kindergarten). *Boys in grades 9-12 may also wear khaki color docker-style pants. Pants should fit properly at the waist and not be excessively baggy.

White oxford-style shirt, long or short sleeved or golf-style shirt (long or short sleeved). All shirts must be worn tucked in with only the top button open.

Navy blue cardigan, pullover sweater, or sweater vest available through Land's End Catalog (or of comparable style if purchased elsewhere). Boys in grades 9-12 may wear navy blue blazers.

Socks

Shoes (sneakers are allowed). No flip flops are permitted. Shoes/sneakers must be laced and tied for safety reasons. Shoes/sneakers should be solid colored (no cartoon or graffiti prints) with no flashing lights or wheels.

**Neckties are mandatory for Chapel Day (Friday)**

**No earrings are permitted for boys**

**Boys' hair should be trimmed to collar length or above in the back, and in such a way that the ears are exposed and hair does not fall past the eyebrows. Older male students should be clean shaven.

SUMMER UNIFORMS

Both boys and girls may wear navy blue tailored (uniform-style) knee-length shorts (capri pants or skorts are also acceptable for girls) on hot days during September, May and June. *Students in Grades 9-12 may also wear khaki colored knee length shorts (or capri pants for girls). No knit shorts, wind pants, etc. are acceptable. All other uniform expectations remain unchanged.

GYM UNIFORM (BOTH BOYS AND GIRLS)

Gym uniforms may be ordered from the same company as the school uniform or purchased elsewhere. T-shirts, sweatshirts, and gym shorts with the NSCA logo imprinted are available for purchase at the beginning of the school year. You may also purchase plain, solid-colored navy blue or white t-shirts, sweatshirts, shorts, and sweatpants if you wish.

Warm Weather Uniform Cold Weather Uniform

Solid navy blue sweat shorts Solid navy blue sweat pants or wind pants

--with or without school logo --with or without school logo

Solid navy, white, or NSCA t-shirt Solid navy, white, or NSCA sweatshirt

--with or without school logo --with or without school logo

--no tank tops or camisoles Sneakers and socks

Sneakers and socks

Students will wear their gym clothes to school on their scheduled gym day. If students forget to wear gym clothes, they will be unable to participate in gym class that day. Repeated failure to wear proper gym clothing will result in a phone call home to parents.

*School logo jackets, sweats, t-shirts, etc. can be ordered from the school office.

CHAPEL DRESS ON FRIDAYS

Students may choose to wear church clothes on Fridays instead of their school uniform for chapel. Chapel day is not a dress down day. Students should be in attire similar to the school uniform-knee length skirts and dresses for girls and tailored shirts and slacks for boys. Ties are required for boys on chapel day. NO JEANS (of any color) ARE PERMITTED on Chapel Dress days. No high heels for girls of any age are permitted. Chapel dress is a privilege for our students. Abuse of this privilege will result in a return to uniform dress for Fridays.

DRESS-DOWN DAYS

Special dress-down days are scheduled for the third Thursday of each month. Students may wear modest casual clothes, appropriate for a Christian school environment. Other dress-down days may be called during the school year during Spirit Week, as a reward for participation in special events, or for special field trips. These will be announced in advance to the students and parents.

ADMINISTRATION/TEACHER/STAFF/VOLUNTEER DRESS CODE

The staff is expected to set the example in dress standards. Each member must maintain a neat and professional appearance. Volunteers and visitors are requested to support this policy. Volunteers in classrooms are asked to abide by the faculty dress code. Volunteers who are doing physical work at the school (lunch duty, cleaning etc.) may dress accordingly. Dress for field trips will vary. Volunteers and students will be notified of any changes in the dress code due to the nature of a field trip.

LADIES: Jumpers, skirts, or dresses. Modest in style. Slacks/jeans are acceptable on certain field trips or special dress-down days, or when volunteering to do physical work.

GENTLEMEN: Smart casual attire, similar to the boys uniform. Neckties are optional except for chapel day.

**Please no flip flops for ladies or gentlemen.

North Stonington Christian Academy

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