School dress codes

[Hilary]

I wasn't sure where to put this. Feel free to move it if necessary. I didn't put in in tweens and teens because I didn't think many would see it. :lol:

Also, let me preface this by saying we live right by the high school here. I wasn't out stalking teenagers. :lol:

On their lunch break some of the kids go across the street from our house and smoke. I was cleaning Ava's room and saw a girls wearing a very tight white wifebeater tank top, a very short black skirt, and spike heels. :eek: It got me thinking that our high school at least needs some kind of dress code.

What do you think? Uniforms? Some rules? Anything goes?

[Jayne]

First of all I am shocked that they are allowed to go out on a smoke break after Lunch. Law is that kids must be 18 to smoke now and all our schools have banned all smoking.

Our schools have some dress coads. No shorts or skirts can be shorter then finger tip length (put your arm down beside your leg) No spaghetti type tank tops. They can wear the wide sholder tanks though. No colors in the hair other then natural hair colors. I know there are several others. I would have to look at our handbook for all of them

[Karri]

No colors in the hair other then natural hair colors.
:woa: I wouldnt want my child going to a school that strict!!

When I went to HS, there was no dress code. I really dont know if the HSers here have one. :scratch: I am thinking not, though, based on some of the kids I've seen walking on the sidewalks. But I cant say i've ever seen spike heels. That outfit you described just sounds like bad fashion :scan:

[Jayne]

:woa: I wouldnt want my child going to a school that strict!!
:scan:

I don't remember but something prompted this back when my sister was a Senior (2000) I don't mind it. They bend it around holidays and for fun events. It is a public school and believe me..They are a lot of things but strict is not one I would speak of.

[Trish]

When I was HS, back in the day ;) , students used to go across the street from the school and smoke :rolleyes: And, we were not allowed to wear shorts, yet some of the miniskirts we wore were just as short :dunno:

I don't know if I think there should be a strict dress code and I can see the advantages to students having to wear uniforms, but I never had to wear them, so maybe that's why? :dunno:

[Hilary]

I don't think they are allowed to go out and smoke, they just do it.

[LISA]

Around here they(Catholic SB) want all children to wear uniforms, elementary school included and as of last year all catholic schools were made to wear uniforms..all except Paige's school :rolleyes: I would love if she had a uniform and not have to worry about the cost/brand of clothes. Cass has a uniform but they also have a weekly civies day :) they have been getting pretty strict at our schools and I think they have to, would you believe it made news when a highschool girl wore a thong under her( already rolled up too high) kilt..so guess what, now they've added thongs to the list of no no's.. :lol: I bet her mommy was proud of her making the news :lol:

I also wore a uniform and even back in the day people broke some of the rules and it will alway's be that way, I do think they need the rules but the hair dye thing is stretching it.

[Kara]

Heres ours...directly from the website LOL..


The Board recognizes that each student's mode of dress and grooming is a manifestation of personal style and individual preference. The Board will not interfere with the right of students and their parents to make decisions regarding their appearance, except when their choices affect the educational program of the schools.

Accordingly, the Superintendent or designee shall establish such grooming guidelines as are necessary to promote discipline, maintain order, secure the safety of students, and provide a healthy environment conducive to academic purposes. Such guidelines shall prohibit student dress or grooming practices which:



A.present a hazard to the health or safety of the student himself or to others in the school;

B.materially interfere with school work, create disorder, or disrupt the educational program;


C.cause excessive wear or damage to school property;

D.prevent the student from achieving his/her own educational objectives because of blocked vision or restricted movement.

The Superintendent shall develop procedures to implement this policy which:



A.designate the building principal as the arbiter of student dress and grooming in his/her building;

B.invite the participation of staff, parents, students in the preparation of a dress code which may specify proscribed dress and grooming practices, but may not amplify the rationale for prohibition established by Board policy;

C.instruct staff members to demonstrate by example and precept wholesome attitudes toward neatness, cleanliness, propriety, modesty and good sense in attire and appearance.

Students who violate the foregoing guidelines will not be admitted to class and may be suspended from school.

[Theresa]

I totally think uniforms are the way to go! :nod:

[Alyssa]

Here is my town's dress code. I'm putting the whole thing but the #s say what you'd want to know.

STUDENT DRESS CODE

The School Board has the responsibility to assure that the atmosphere in its schools is conducive to learning and fosters an environment of respect. Student dress plays an important part in creating an educational tone that demands both academic rigor and high standards of discipline. Additionally, appropriate dress is often a requisite for employment and, therefore, this topic is consistent with meaningful instruction and student learning.


The responsibility for the appearance of the students rests with the parents and the students themselves. Parents have the right to determine each student’s dress, so long as such attire complies with the health code of the State of New Hampshire, is not destructive to school property, does not create a safety issue, does not disrupt or interfere with the educational process or the rights of others, and complies with the District and/or school dress code.

Building Principals are authorized to issue and enforce specific regulations regarding student attire for each school. Teachers and staff will monitor and assist in referring students in non-compliance of the dress code to administrators. The school dress code will be published each year in the Student/Parent Handbook. Students as well as parents/guardians will be notified about the student dress code at the beginning of the school year and each time the student dress code is revised.

Students who violate the dress code shall be subject to appropriate disciplinary action. The Principals of GMS, LMS, and CHS or their designees will, upon finding that dress or attire is not in compliance with this policy, require a student to be removed from class and request that the student cover or change their dress or attire to be in compliance with this policy prior to re-admission to class. In appropriate instances, parents will be contacted and requested to bring appropriate dress to school.

The following regulations will apply during daily school attendance and at all regular school activities throughout the School district [GMS, LMS, CHS]. Coaches and teachers with appropriate notice to the students and parents may impose more stringent dress requirements to accommodate the special needs of certain sports, classes, and/or special events.

These regulations also apply to home-schooled students who come into the school buildings for school activities, tests, sports, special classes, or special events.

1. T-shirts and other clothing and jewelry imprinted with words, pictures or symbols that advocate the use of or advertise alcoholic beverages, tobacco or other drugs are prohibited.

2. T-shirts and other clothing and jewelry imprinted with words, pictures or symbols that are lewd, vulgar, profane, indecent or offensive are prohibited.

3. T-shirts and other clothing and jewelry that interfere with the rights of others, cause disruption to the educational program, damage school property, or are considered a health or safety hazard are prohibited.

4. Tattoos with such symbols, pictures, or wording as described here must be concealed at all times.

5. Lingerie or pajama wear may not be worn as outer garments except for days/activities specifically designated for that purpose.

6. Hats, hoods, bandanas or sweatbands are not to be worn in school except for headgear worn for religious or medical reasons or required for a class or sporting event.

7. Undergarments must be concealed by appropriate outer clothing at all times.

8. Clothing that exposes the chest, cleavage, abdomen, midriff, genital area, or buttocks is prohibited.

9. Halters, tube tops, spaghetti straps, see-through fabrics, and backless tops are prohibited.

10. Shorts or skirts must be at least mid-thigh length.

11. Shoes or other appropriate foot coverings must be worn at all times.

12. Chains, spikes, and jewelry or belts with spikes are prohibited.

Additionally, parents should ensure that clothing is appropriate for weather conditions each season.

[Alyssa]

Personally, I think what is posted above is fair. Frankly, I'd love uniforms at all schools. I think it would be less distracting. You can express yourself other ways during school hours, and in dress after school.

[Alysia]

The only rule I remember from school was that shorts and skirts had to come down to where our fingertips would hit if your arms were straight down at your side.

[Bev]

We live not far from a Catholic High School. They wear white shirts and blue or grey pants. In summer they wear flip flop shoes a lot, so there must not be a rule about that. There is no uniform at the elementary Catholic school. One kid at a public school here was suspended because he wouldn't take down his spikey hair. The School said it was distracting other students and told him to get rid of it. He and his Mom said no and he was suspended.

I have seen Catholic students (not at this school) go down the road to smoke marijuana. IN THE MIDDLE OF THE DAY IN THE MIDDLE OF THE SIDEWALK!!! :jawdrop: I came to a dead stop and turned around and looked at them. I was shocked. Then I went to my car and called my contact at the police station to see if they cared about that sort of stuff.

[Clare]

I went to Catholic school and my kids go to Catholic school so I've only ever known uniforms and I wouldn't want it any other way.

How's this for strict. When I was in high school ( a very,very long time ago) our dresses had to be a certain length or longer. Every now and again the nuns would do a spot check where we all had to kneel in a line and they would come along with a ruler and measure how far above the knee our dresses were :lol: So the idea of mini-skirts, tank tops and spiky heels is totally foreign to me :lol:

[LISA]

I have seen Catholic students (not at this school) go down the road to smoke marijuana. IN THE MIDDLE OF THE DAY IN THE MIDDLE OF THE SIDEWALK!!! :jawdrop:

Bev, Cass's school had a couple drug busts..an undercover cop pulled up to the curb and asked the kids who were smoking pot outfront of the school! if they had a joint to spare..the kid tried to sell it to the cop..BUSTED! :lol:

[Shel]

The boys went to a school that had uniforms until this year. FABULOUS! No worry about what they were going to wear, no matching stuff, no brand names.......


Now public school. Ick. Fight after fight about what to buy. Ick.

[Nadine]

We don't have strict or outspoken school uniforms/rules. But it is understood that kids are dressed according to what is OK in the eyes of the Jewish laws.
That means that boys have to wear Tzitzit ("Tassel" or "lock of hair". The fringes the Israelites were commanded to put in the corners of their garments).
Here is a picture:
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Usually you wear a Tzitzit on top of an undershirt and then a shirt on top of it. No sleeveless shirts. Pants have to reach the knees at the very least. Oh - and of course a yarmulka is a must.
Girls have to wear skirts that cover the knees the very least and have to wear shirts that cover most of the upper arms.
But that is how they are expected to dress at home anyway so it is no different from what they wear in/out of school.

[Bev]

Bev, Cass's school had a couple drug busts..an undercover cop pulled up to the curb and asked the kids who were smoking pot outfront of the school! if they had a joint to spare..the kid tried to sell it to the cop..BUSTED! :lol:
Yeah, Patrick arrested my friend's kid once for something similar. A Correctional Officer I worked with. He said he was glad it was Patrick and not someone else.

[Karri]

I am all in favor for public school uniforms all through 12th grade. Hell...it would help keep my kids clothing budget to a minimum :lol: I remember how stressful it was in school! But I draw the line at someone telling my children that they can't dye their hair a certain color or can't wear facial jewelery or wear a studded collar around their neck. What harm is that causing? Is it distracting to learning? IMO, no.
Its funny that this thread came up. On the news last night was a segment about a student in a smaller town in WI, not far from the IL border, who was suspended b/c she has a small nose stud, very similar to how mine looks. That is just assinine, IMO.

[Stacey]

How's this for strict. When I was in high school ( a very,very long time ago) our dresses had to be a certain length or longer. Every now and again the nuns would do a spot check where we all had to kneel in a line and they would come along with a ruler and measure how far above the knee our dresses were :lol: So the idea of mini-skirts, tank tops and spiky heels is totally foreign to me :lol:
I went to an all-girls Catholic HS, and it was the same way for us. Our skirts were supposed to touch the ground when we kneeled. So I think they were actually supposed to be a little below the knee. No one wore them quite that long, but we all wore them very near the knee. There were some HSs that must not have had this rule. Those girls would wear their Catholic school skirts as short as cheerleader skirts. It looked pretty dumb IMO.

Karri, at the Catholic schools, we had to have hair color that was a natural color. You could dye your hair, but only to brown/blonde/red. And at the boys' school, their hair wasn't supposed to touch their collars. Just like our skirt rule, this rule wasn't strictly enforced unless a kid's hair got obviously long.

I think rules like these are different at a private school though. I couldn't see a public school being quite so strict. Whether my kids were in public or private school, I'd love them to wear uniforms though. We loved wearing uniforms when we were young. It's so much easier... for the parents and the kids.

[Bonnie]

I would love uniforms! It would make my life so much easier... I'm going to have 3 girls in high school all at the same time. I went to Catholic school through high school and we had uniforms. They did not restrict people's abilities to express themselves b/c back then, they let us wear what we wanted as far as shoes and socks, skirt length was not monitored and we had a variety of colors we could wear with the skirt... plus being teenage girls, we found a way to individualize our uniforms. The school is more strict now, but I am sure the girls make their way.