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Student Dress Code

STEELTON-HIGHSPIRE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Dress for Success

Student Dress Code Guidelines

 

At Steelton-Highspire School District, we believe students should dress comfortably and appropriately for a focused and respectful learning environment. These guidelines help everyone stay safe, confident and distraction-free.

 

  • Transparent or immodest clothing which attracts undue attention may not be worn.
  • The hemline of all shorts, skirts, and skorts must extend below your fingertips when arms are held straight at your sides.
  • No midriff or underwear may be visible.
  • Small headbands and barrettes may be worn for the purpose of restraining hair. Hats, sunglasses, bandannas, or head coverings of any type are not permitted. (Hats will be permitted on administratively sanctioned “Hat Days”.) Ski masks, bonnets, and hoods are not permitted.
  • Shoes must be worn at all times. (Flip flops, slides and platform shoes are prohibited due to the potential for injury.)
  • Any clothing that presents a safety hazard or interferes with the educational process will not be allowed.
  • Coats, gloves and jackets must be kept in coat rack/locker areas during instructional time. Exceptions to this rule may be made by the administration or the classroom teacher.
  • Clothing with slogans/pictures displaying or suggesting the use of tobacco, weapons, alcohol, drugs, obscene language, sexual innuendos, lewd or illegal behavior or which is derogatory to any person/group for reasons of race, religion, disability, age, gender, national origin or sexual orientation in violation of civil rights laws prohibiting harassment or discrimination is not permitted.
  • Clothing with ornamentation that will scratch or mark furniture or presents possible danger of injury to the wearer or others (chains, spiked wristbands, studded bracelets or belts) may not be worn.
  • Pajamas (including pajama bottoms/pants) are not permitted.
  • Small purses will be allowed.

Students not abiding by this dress code will be required to change into an appropriate outfit utilizing the items on hand at school, or if necessary, parents will be called to bring appropriate clothing so that the student may resume their regular schedule. Our dress code is designed to promote a safe, inclusive and respectful environment. Thank you for your anticipated cooperation.

Questions regarding student dress code guidelines may be directed to building administration.

Elementary School Office: 717-704-3826 Jr/Sr High School Office: 717-704-3809