Dress Standard

Good judgment and cleanliness should guide students in determining what they wear to school.  Parental assistance will be invaluable in ensuring that students dress appropriately for an effective learning environment. The following standards have been established at Summit School:

• Students at Summit School may choose their clothing style and pattern but may not wear clothing which contains words, pictures, logos, designer tags, embroidery, etc.  This includes sports shorts and activity pants.  A picture is defined as any addition to the clothing which is not part of the fabric pattern – i.e. silk-screenings, iron-ons, etc.  Clothes turned inside out or taped are not acceptable.

• Shirts excluding sweatshirts and sweaters must be tucked in.  Tank tops, spaghetti straps or straps under three inches in width over the shoulder are not appropriate.

• Shorts are appropriate if they are approximately finger tip length or longer when arms are hanging down at the sides.

• Shorts and pants must be secure at the waist, not sagging.  Undergarments cannot be visible. Pants may have a manufacturer’s tag on the back only - i.e. Levi’s.  Sweat/activity pants are appropriate only during P.E. times.

• Shoes should have a secure back or strap along the heal.  If children want to wear backless shoes, they should bring a pair of shoes they can put on for recess and/or physical activities.  Flip flops are not permitted in grades K-4.

• Occasionally students may be involved in swimming activities through P.E. or other special activities. During these activities female students’ bathing suits must be one-piece.  Male suits must have a drawstring at the waist.

• Hair color – temporary hair colors are not permitted.

We need to remember that students (even the older ones) are active in their interactions.  They need to be dressed in clothing appropriate for the weather and the learning and play environments.  Shoes which are not secure can be a safety hazard on play equipment.  Clothes which do not keep students covered adequately can cause significant embarrassment and distraction to the learning environment.

For information about ordering plain clothing or clothing with the Summit School logo, please contact the office.  Thank you.

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