Dress Code

Gray Middle School Dress Code Policy

The dress code policy applies to all students at Gray Middle School. Students who do not adhere to the following code of conduct will be given school gear to wear instead. Students who refuse to adhere to the dress code policy will face further disciplinary action.

Allowable Dress & Grooming: 

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  • Clothing must cover body from armpit to armpit. Tops must have shoulder straps.
  • Rips or tears in clothing should be lower than 3-4in from inseam.
  • Clothing must cover undergarments with daily movement (bending or reaching), waistbands and bra straps excluded.

     

  • Fabric covering all private parts/undergarments must not show through.
  • Footwear must have toe covering and backs/heel straps, no heels taller than 2in. Crocs must be worn in “sport mode”.
  • Hats and other headwear must allow the face and ears to be visible and not interfere with line of sight to any staff.
  • Clothing must be suitable for all scheduled classroom activities including physical education, science labs, gardening and other activities where unique hazards exist.
  • Specialized courses may require specialized attire such as athletic shoes, safety gear, or uniform attire

Non-Allowable Dress & Grooming:

  • No durags, wave caps or hoodies are to be worn while at school.
  • Clothing may not:
    • depict, advertise, or advocate the use of alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, or other controlled substances.
    • depict pornography, nudity, or sexual acts. o display or imply vulgar, discriminatory, or obscene language or images.
    • use or depict hate speech targeting groups based on race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious affiliation, or any other protected groups.
  • Apparel, jewelry, accessories, tattoos, or manner of grooming that, by virtue of its color, arrangement, trademark, or any other attribute, denotes membership in a gang that advocates illegal or disruptive behavior is prohibited.
  • Clothing and accessories that have the potential to endanger student or staff safety may not be worn. This includes hooks, gages, spikes, capes, large hoop earrings, etc

The administration reserves the right to determine what constitutes appropriate dress. Students who do not adhere to these guidelines will not be allowed to attend class. Parents will be called if appropriate clothing is not available, or the student refuses dress code appropriate clothing.