5132R Attire and Hygiene

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ATTIRE and HYGIENE REGULATION

Colchester Elementary School

Attire and hygiene of students are the responsibility of the students and their
parent(s)/guardian(s). Students’ overall attire/hygiene must be neat, clean and appropriate for
the business of school. They are expected to dress so as to neither distract other students or
teachers, disrupt the educational process, or pose a health or safety threat to anyone.

CES students must adhere to the following guidelines:

   ● Sandals must have back straps (no flip flops).
   ● Shoes must have solid soles (no rollers/heelies).
   ● Messages or pictures on clothing should be respectful. Clothing may not contain
     profanity or make references to drugs, alcohol, tobacco, sexual behavior, or firearms.
   ● Clothing must cover the midriff and be no shorter than mid-thigh.
   ● Clothing that is appropriate for the weather (we will not allow student to go out for
     recess in cold weather if they do not have appropriate outer wear).
   ● Hats and other headwear may only be worn outside.


If a student’s attire is judged to be distractive or disruptive, every attempt will be made by staff
or administration to provide alternate clothing. A letter informing the parents of the policy
infraction will be sent home with the student.

Administration will have final determination of what is acceptable attire and/or hygiene and will
take appropriate action.




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Jack Jackter Intermediate School

The attire and hygiene of each student in the school system are the responsibility of the student
and his/her parent(s)/guardian(s).

Each student is expected to dress and groom him/herself for the business of school in a manner
that does not distract other students or teachers, disrupt the educational process, and/or pose
a health or safety threat to anyone.

JJIS Dress Code Regulations

JJIS students must adhere to the following guidelines:

   ● Sandals must have back straps (no flip flops).
   ● Shoes must have solid soles (no rollers/heelies).
   ● Messages or pictures on clothing should be respectful. Clothing may not contain
     profanity or make references to drugs, alcohol, tobacco, sexual behavior, or firearms.
   ● Shirts must cover the midriff, any cleavage, and backs. Camisole tops must be covered.
   ● Shorts and skirts must be no shorter than mid-thigh.
   ● Hats, bandanas, hoods and other headwear may only be worn outside.
   ● Underwear of any kind must not be visible.


If a student’s attire is judged to be distractive or disruptive, every attempt will be made by staff
or administration to provide alternate clothing. A letter informing the parents of the policy
infraction will be sent home with the student.

If no acceptable change of clothing is available at school, students in violation of this
policy/regulation will be required to call home for a change of clothing. Students will be
required to remain in the office until they are in compliance. Those who refuse to comply may
be sent home. Administration will have final determination of what is appropriate attire and/or
hygiene.




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William J. Johnston Middle School

Students’ attire and hygiene must be appropriate for the business of school, including all school
activities, and must conform to the following standards:

   ● Not be distracting to the educational process,
   ● Contribute to an atmosphere of respect and safety, and
   ● Be modest and clean.

Clothing which is worn in physical education class shall not be worn in other classes or parts of
the school, nor shall clothing worn in regular classes be worn in physical education class.
Physical education teachers will specify the kind of clothing appropriate for their activity.

Closed-toed shoes MUST be worn during science experiments.

Specific examples of items not allowed (this list is not inclusive):
       ●   Spiked clothing, spiked accessories, or chains
       ●   Jackets or coats normally worn as outerwear
       ●   Shower shoes
       ●   Shoes with rollers/heelies
       ●   Clothing showing cleavage or midriff. Camisole tops must be covered.
       ●   Skirt or shorts higher than a hands length above the knee
       ●   Visible underwear of any kind
       ●   Items which are racist, sexist, violent, or defamatory in nature
       ●   Head coverings except those worn pursuant to established religious customs
       ●   Hats, hoods, bandanas, caps, doorags, visors, or sunglasses
       ●   Clothing that contain profanity or makes references to drugs, alcohol, tobacco,
           sexual behavior, or firearms

Administration will have final determination of what are appropriate attire and/or hygiene.
Students in violation of this policy/regulation will be required to call home for a change of
clothing, if no acceptable change of clothing is available at school. Students will be required to
remain in the office until they are in compliance. Those who refuse to comply may be sent
home.




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Bacon Academy

Bacon Academy expects that students will be clean, neatly dressed, and well-groomed at all
times. The goal of this regulation is to promote a healthy environment that upholds our core
values of Respect, Responsibility, Achievement, Safety, and Compassion, and prepares students
for work in the 21st-Century. We believe that a dress regulation is one of the key components in
creating a positive learning environment, in which high standards for academic achievement
and an understanding of career readiness can be achieved for all students.

Bacon Academy values diversity and individuality provided student attire is appropriate for the
business of school, including all school activities, and remains within the guidelines of the
standards below.

           ●   an atmosphere that keeps the focus on educational learning
           ●   a collegial environment at BA that encourages modesty and cleanliness
           ●   a culture of integrity, respect, & safety, while valuing diversity
           ●   an opportunity to learn appropriate dress for careers and postsecondary
               training

Tops

Blouses/tops/shirts/sweatshirts/windbreakers/fleeces/dresses must have straps or sleeves and
cover cleavage and the complete torso through the pant line while sitting, standing, and
bending. Exposure of the skin or undergarments in said area due to sheerness, thinning, or
holes is not permitted. There may be no visible undergarments of any kind (e.g. boxers, bras,
camisoles). Pajamas are not permitted.

Bottoms
Slacks/pants/shorts/sweatpants/skirts should cover the area from the waist of the pant and/or
bottom of the shirt line, down to the fingertip length of the legs (approximately mid-thigh)
while sitting, standing, and bending. Exposure of the skin or undergarments in said area due to
sheerness, thinning, or holes is not permitted. Leggings/yoga pants may be worn with
tunic/top/sweater that covers the outline of private areas. Pajamas are not permitted.

Footwear

Footwear appropriate and safe for indoor and outdoor activity must be worn at all times and
include a hard sole with no wheels. Closed-toed shoes may be required for activities in class
(P/E, technology education, FCS, science labs, etc.).

Other Items

Items covering or obstructing the view of the face are not permitted, including sunglasses.

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Outerwear such as heavier coats, jackets, or trench coats shall not be worn in the classroom
during the school day, and must be placed in student lockers.

Material that is not clothing may not be worn, carried, or used during the school day, and must
be placed in student lockers (including but not limited to blankets and snuggies).


Bacon Academy - continued

Attire or tattoos that are considered to be profane, obscene, discriminatory, racist, sexist,
violent, or promoting the use of drugs, tobacco, alcohol, or firearms are not permitted.

Physical Education Classes

Clothing is worn in physical education class shall not be worn in other classes or other parts of
the school, nor shall clothing worn in regular classes be worn in physical education class.
Physical education teachers will specify the kind of clothing appropriate for physical activities.

Administration will have final determination of what are appropriate attire and/or hygiene.
Students in violation of any dress code policy may be required to call home for a change of
clothing if no acceptable change of clothing is available at school. Students may be required to
remain in the office until they are in compliance with this regulation. Those who refuse to
comply may be sent home and/or receive other disciplinary consequences.

Teachers and coaches reserve the right to set class or team expectations that are more stringent
than those defined in the Bacon Academy Dress Code. When more stringent expectations
prevail, these expectations will be communicated and will supersede this Dress Code.




ADOPTED:               May 22, 2007

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REVISION:           December 13, 2016 (Replaces Regulation 5132)
REVISION:           June 8, 2021 (Reinstates Regulation #5132R)

COLCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Colchester, Connecticut




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