The Board of Education encourages students to dress in clothing appropriate to the school situation. The dress and grooming of students is primarily the responsibility of the parents or guardians. Students' overall appearance should fall within the accepted definitions of neatness and cleanliness. Generally, the students are expected to dress and groom themselves in an appropriate manner so as to neither distract other students or teachers, interfere with the education process, or pose a health or safety risk to anyone.
The following are not suitable or in good taste and should not be part of a student's attire: - Clothing which is soiled with grease, oil, paint, or dirt.
- Articles having indecent or inflammatory writing, pictures, slogans or displaying alcohol or other illegal substances.
- An article of clothing that could cause damage to other students or property (chains, cleats, studded accessories or belts, wristbands, etc.).
- Clothing that is torn, ragged, or that has holes.
- Bare feet.
- Shorts and skirts that are not of appropriate length; halter tops, tube tops, short shorts, plunging necklines, spaghetti straps, or revealing clothing. Midriffs should not be exposed.
- Underclothing worn as outerwear; no undergarments or parts thereof exposed.
- See-through clothing.
- Clothing or accessories that symbolize membership in a group which could be construed as disruptive to the educational process.
- An article of clothing that covers any part of the face or head, including hats, bandannas and all other types of head coverings, except those worn for established religious customs.
- All non-prescription eyewear.
- The wearing or carrying of any non-medically prescribed or non-court ordered electronic device. This includes, but is not limited to, radios, beepers, and cell phones.
The above list is not all inclusive.
Students wearing inappropriate attire will be advised of the adjustments that must be made. If the student fails to make the necessary changes, the parents/guardians will be notified, and disciplinary measures shall be taken up to, and/or including, suspension.
The community and public often judge the quality of education by the behavior, appearance and activities of its' student body. The results of one's dress, appearance and behavior go far beyond the individual student.
Attire and grooming of individual students in this school system are the responsibility of the students and their parents. There are, however, principles of good taste and modesty that must and shall be observed.
Students' overall appearance should fall within the accepted definitions of neatness and cleanliness. Generally, the students are expected to dress and groom themselves in an appropriate manner so as to neither distract other students or teachers, interfere with the education process, or pose a health or safety risk to anyone. Clothing should be clean, untorn, and free from promotion of or reference to drugs, alcohol and tobacco, and offensive signs, symbols or words. Clothing should also be free of slogans, names, titles or the like which are defamatory toward person(s), group(s), the school or other organizations, or which are likely to incite or inflame. Students whose dress or grooming is deemed inappropriate by the staff will be required to make any necessary changes.
The intent of this policy is to encourage all concerned to dress, groom, and conduct themselves in keeping with an atmosphere which reflects a sensitivity to and respect for self and others and the overall functions of the school. Harassment PolicyThe Sherman Public School does not permit or condone harassment of employees or students. If individuals or parents suspect that they or any students may be the subject of harassment, they should promptly contact the Anti-Harassment Team. |
