Endeavour School Dress Code

VESD Board Policy 5132

The Governing Board believes that appropriate dress and grooming contribute to a productive learning environment.

Students are expected to wear clothing that is appropriate for the school activities in which they participate. Students may not wear clothing that:

• Creates a health or safety hazard.
• Is likely to cause a substantial disruption to the educational program.

Students who violate the dress code will be sent to the school office and may call home to request a change of clothing. If a change of clothing is not available, the student may be required to remain in the office for the rest of the school day.

General Dress Code Guidelines

The dress code is reviewed regularly and may be updated during the school year.

Clothing, footwear, jewelry, or accessories that are not specifically addressed in these guidelines may still be prohibited if they:

• Disrupt the educational process.
• Create a health or safety hazard.
• Interfere with a student’s ability to participate safely in school activities.

The school administration or its designee will determine whether clothing or accessories are appropriate. Exceptions to the dress code require written approval from the school administration.

Pajamas

Pajamas may not be worn to school unless a teacher has designated a special pajama day or class celebration.

Oversized or Sagging Clothing

Oversized clothing may not be worn.

Pants must be worn at the student’s natural waistline and may not sag.

Students must wear a belt when pants are loose-fitting.

Clothing must allow students to participate safely in physical education, recess, and other school activities.

Belts and Chains

Hanging belts and chains are not permitted.

Skirts, Dresses, and Shorts

Skirts, dresses, and shorts must be an appropriate length.

Shorts should have a minimum four-inch inseam when worn at the natural waist.

Students must wear shorts underneath skirts and dresses so they can participate safely and comfortably in physical education and playground activities.

Footwear

Safe footwear must be worn at all times.

The following types of footwear are not permitted:

• Sandals.
• High-heeled shoes.
• Flip-flops.
• Soft-soled slippers.
• Open-toed shoes.
• Backless shoes.
• Steel-toed shoes.
• Shoes with wheels.

These types of footwear may create a safety hazard during physical education, recess, and playground activities.

Clothing with Inappropriate Images or Language

Clothing and accessories may not display gestures, pictures, symbols, or words that:

• Are profane or obscene.
• Refer to violence.
• Promote or refer to drugs, alcohol, or tobacco.
• Refer to gangs or illegal activity.
• Promote hate or intolerance.

Hats

Hats may be worn outside for protection from the sun or weather.

Baseball caps must be worn facing forward. They may not be worn backward or sideways.

Teachers will determine whether hats may be worn inside their classrooms.

Appropriate Coverage

Clothing must provide appropriate coverage and should not be excessively tight, revealing, or loose.

Undergarments may not be visible.

The following clothing is not permitted:

• Clothing that exposes the midriff or stomach.
• Open-back clothing.
• Off-the-shoulder tops.
• See-through shirts.
• Tube tops.
• Spaghetti-strap tops.
• Oversized tank tops.
• Strapless tops.
• Swimwear.

Sunglasses

Sunglasses may not be worn inside school buildings unless an accommodation has been approved.

Jewelry

Jewelry is not permitted when it:

• Creates a safety hazard.
• Causes a significant distraction.
• Could be used as a weapon.

Questions

If you have questions about the dress code, please contact the Endeavour School office for assistance.