| 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. Any
family experiencing economic hardship can contact their guidance
counselor to see if previously donated uniforms are available.
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. Only small emblems are permitted on polo
shirt
- SHIRTS MUST BE TUCKED-IN completely to pants or skirts.
- Shirts must be buttoned except for the top button.
- Undershirts may be worn under the polo or oxford
shirt. Long or short sleeve t-shirts may be worn (must
be white or same color as shirt)
- Sweatshirts not permitted under polo shirt.
SKIRTS, PANTS, AND SHORTS
Female:
NAVY or KHAKI / TAN pants, shorts, skorts, cargoes, and Capri
pants are permitted.
- Skirts, shorts, and skorts must be within three inches
above the knee or lower.
- Uniform bottoms must be worn at the waist with a belt
fitted through the pants loops.
- Pyramid belts are permitted as long as studs are not
metal.
- Belts may be of any color
- Uniform bottoms must be the correct size.
- Pants/shorts/skorts that are of stretched fabric, rolled
hem, or cut unstitched hem with a fringe are not allowed.
- Long pants should not be tucked in the shoes or socks.
Rubber bands should not be used to keep pants tucked in.
Male:
NAVY or KHAKI / TAN pants, shorts and cargo shorts are permitted
- Uniform bottoms must be worn at the waist with a belt
fitted through the pants/shorts loops.
- Belts should not have heavy metal buckles that could
be determined unsafe.
- Belt buckle should be same size as belt
- Uniform bottoms must be the correct size.
- Pants/shorts that are of stretched fabric, rolled hem,
or cut unstitched hem with a fringe are not allowed
- Long pants should not be tucked in the shoes or socks.
Rubber bands should not be used to keep pants tucked in.
SHOES
(Male and Female)ont>
- Shoes must have closed toes and rubber soles (even on
special dress days)
- 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)ont>
- PLAIN, SOLID COLORED with front opening top to bottom-
must open all the way down
- Opening may be ZIPPER or BUTTONS.
- May NOT BE oversized.
- No hoods covering the head.
- Pullovers and patterned jackets are forbidden.
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: no piercing of tongues or exposed body parts,
other than the ears. Band aides and spacers to cover
piercings are prohibited.
- No pen ink to simulate tattoos or fake tattoos.
- Hair coloring or hairstyles that are considered to be
distracting are prohibited.
- Hats, caps, headgear, sunglasses, or fake glasses 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
(clubs, detentions, tutoring). Students may wear appropriate
non uniform attire to dances or athletic events.
- 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.
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