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School Dress Code

Why Does SLHS Have a Dress Code?

SLHS perceives education as a formal activity and has adopted an appropriate dress code for all students which minimizes the focus on fashion and promotes school spirit, positive self-image, and fosters a spirit of cooperation and participation.

The dress code at SLHS follows five key standards: neat, clean, modest, appropriate for a Christ-centered school, and avoids extremes. Various wardrobe and color options are available to accommodate each student’s individual preferences.

If a student comes to campus out of dress code, they will be issued dress code compliant clothing.

Prescribed Dress (7:30 AM – 3:15 PM)

On any school day, a student (male or female) shall wear:

Tops

All tops must be Sierra Lutheran–issued apparel. This includes t-shirts, hoodies, zip-ups, etc.
Students MAY NOT have clothing printed independently or order from outside companies online.
Approved apparel may be purchased from the school office.

  • School-issued tops from previous years (such as team or activity spirit wear) are allowed.

Pants / Skirts / Shorts

  • Pants or shorts must be navy, black, or tan/beige.
  • Girls may wear plaid (school colors) or solid skirts (navy, black, or tan).
  • Yoga pants, lycra material, and tights are not allowed.

Skirt & Short Length

Skirts or shorts that are too short WILL NOT be allowed.
Shorts and skirts MUST BE no shorter than 2 inches above the knee.
Measure before coming to school.

Friday Dress

Students may wear jeans of any color on Fridays, provided they have no holes or tears.
Tops remain the same as regular dress days.

Shoes

Tennis, casual, or dress shoes are acceptable. Tennis shoes are preferred for everyday wear and required on PE or physical activity days.
Shoes must have a back. Sandals must include a backstrap or heel support.

Jackets

Heavier winter jackets must be stored in the student’s locker and may not be worn to classes.

Additional Requirements

Please see the Parent-Student Handbook for complete dress code policies.

General Appearance

Girls

  • Hair must be of modest style and natural color.
  • Piercing jewelry (including clear plugs) is allowed in the ears only.
  • No gauging.

Boys

  • Hair must be a modest cut above the collar, out of the eyes, and natural in color.
  • Spiked or gelled hair may not exceed 1 inch in length.
  • Facial hair is not allowed. Students may be required to shave at school using a provided disposable razor or return home to shave.
  • Sideburns may not extend below the earlobe.
  • No piercings or gauging.

Dress at Special School Events & Activities

Students should remember their attire reflects that they represent a Christian school.
If clothing is not in keeping with the theme or dress code guidelines for special events
(such as formal dances), students may be asked to change or leave the event.

Everyday dress code requirements apply to SLHS students attending school-sponsored
activities, even when off campus.

Students inviting guests to SLHS events are responsible for informing their guests
that all SLHS policies must be followed.

Consequences & Enforcement

Consequences for dress code violations may include a warning, temporary phone
confiscation, loss of privileges, detention, requiring a change of clothes,
and/or suspension.

Dress code decisions are made solely by school faculty and administration and are
not subject to appeal.

The administration reserves the right to modify the interpretation of the dress
code as needed during the school year.

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