| Lehigh Acres Middle School is a uniform school. It is our
belief that dressing appropriately will help to create a
positive, healthy and safe atmosphere. Student dress that is
offensive, detracts from the learning process, or creates a
health / safety problem will not be permitted. A school is
frequently judged as much by the appearance of its students as
well as the caliber of its academic programs. Proper appearance
is conducive to a positive self-concept and enhances a child's
ability to learn.
Dress and grooming are the responsibility of the parent
and the student. Violations of the dress code will result in
a warning in which the parent will be contacted to correct the
issue. Further violations could result in the parent needing to
remove their child from school until the student’s dress is in
compliance. Students who violate the dress code will be sent to
the time-out room to call home for a change of clothing.
SCHOOL UNIFORMS
Uniforms are expected to be worn on a daily basis.
SHIRTS
Male and Female:
- Button down Polo or Oxford shirts (short or long sleeve)
in any SOLID color except BLACK.
NO LOGOS OR DESIGNS are allowed on any clothing, unless it
is a Lehigh Acres Middle School emblem.
- SHIRTS MUST BE TUCKED-IN completely to pants or
skirts.
- Shirts must be buttoned except for the top button.
- A PLAIN SOLID COLORED (except BLACK) undershirt may be
worn under the polo or oxford shirt. Long or short sleeve
t-shirts may be worn.
- Short sleeve t-shirts may not be oversized and hang
below the sleeve on the over shirt.
SKIRTS, PANTS, AND SHORTS
Female:
NAVY or KHAKI / TAN skirts, skorts, jumpers, pants, shorts,
and Capri pants.
- Skirts, skorts, shorts, and jumpers must be within three
inches above the knee or lower.
- Uniform bottoms must be worn at the waist and be
fastened in place by a belt.
- Belts should not have heavy metal buckles that could
be determined unsafe.
- Uniform bottoms must be the correct size.
Male:
NAVY or KHAKI / TAN pants and shorts
- Uniform bottoms must be worn at the waist and be
fastened in place by a belt.
- Belts should not have heavy metal buckles that could
be determined unsafe.
- Uniform bottoms must be the correct size.
SHOES
Male and Female:
- Shoes must have closed toes.
- No slipper-type shoes or beach-type shoes will be
permitted, including shoes made out of mesh or plastic.
- Shoes must be worn at all times and secured
appropriately.
OPTIONAL CLOTHING SWEATSHIRTS/SWEATERS/JACKETS
Male and Female:
- PLAIN, SOLID COLORED (except BLACK).
- Have ZIPPER or BUTTON fronts from top to bottom so that
they may be opened. Okay to be half zipped or unzipped
- May NOT BE oversized.
- No hoods covering the head
JEWELRY
Jewelry that is spiked or considered to be too big or dangerous
by the administration is not allowed.
It is suggested that valuable pieces of jewelry not be worn to
school. Any Jewelry that is lost or stolen is the responsibility
of the student, not the school.
SPECIFIC DRESS CODE EXPECTATIONS
- Any item or apparel, including book bags and notebooks,
that promotes the use of alcohol, drugs, tobacco, or any
other illegal activity are prohibited.
- Apparel or symbols that may be gang-related may not be
displayed on a student’s person or any items the person is
carrying, such as book bags, book covers, notebooks, etc.
- Piercings: piercing of tongues or exposed body parts,
other than the ears, are prohibited.
- Hair coloring or hairstyles that are considered to be
distracting are prohibited.
- Hats, caps, headgear, or sunglasses, except in
conjunction with athletic practices or activities is
prohibited.
- Students must be in dress code compliance at all times
while on campus. This includes after school activities.
- Gym clothes may be worn only during gym class and during
authorized athletic events.
Any questions about the suitability or appropriateness of
dress will be decided by the administration. |
