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Book Policy Manual
Section 5000 - Students
Title Attire and Hygiene Regulation
Code Series 5000-R
Status Active
Adopted May 22, 2007
Last Revised August 14, 2025
Last Reviewed August 14, 2025
Prior Revised Dates (Replaces Regulation 5132), 12/13/2016; 7/21/2025
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 students 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.
Jack Jackter Intermediate School
Student dress should support a safe and respectful learning environment. The following guidelines apply:
Shirts must cover midriff, chest, and back
Undergarments should not be visible
Clothing must be free of inappropriate language, imagery, or references to drugs, alcohol, weapons,
or sexual content
Sandals must have back straps; shoes must have solid soles
Hats, hoods, and headwear are allowed only outside
Pajamas are for designated theme days only
Students in violation of the dress code may be asked to change or call home for appropriate clothing. The
final decision on dress rests with administration.
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.
Head and face:
Must be uncovered, except pursuant to established religious customs.
No hats/hoodies
Tops:
No jackets or coats normally worn as outerwear.
No clothing showing excessive cleavage, abdomen/mid-drift, or the area below the armpit.
No visible undergarments.
No strapless garments.
Bottoms:
Skirts and shorts must be modest in length.
No visible undergarments.
Shoes:
Must be closed toed and attached at the heel.
Must have a rubber or hard sole.
No Heelies/rollers
Crocs need to be in sport mode and attached at the heel while at school
Specific examples of items not allowed (this list is not inclusive):
Clothing that contains profanity or makes references to drugs, alcohol, tobacco, sexual
behavior, firearms or other weapons
Clothing that contains racist, sexist, violent, or defamatory words or images
Pajamas, flannel pants, or sleepwear
See-through clothing
Sunglasses
Shower shoes
Shoes with rollers/heelies
Clothing showing cleavage or midriff.
Skirt or shorts that are a not a modest length
Visible underwear of any kind
Administration will have final determination of what is 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.
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, bralettes). 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 a
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. 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).
Attire or tattoos that are considered to be profane, obscene, discriminatory, violent, or promoting
the use of drugs, tobacco, alcohol, or firearms are not permitted and must be covered/removed.