School Dress Code Guidelines for Students (Inclusive & Identity-Neutral)
The White Oak School dress code is designed to help students choose clothing that is appropriate for an academic setting. These guidelines provide an overall structure that all students are expected to follow.
No dress code, including this one, should restrict the right of a student to dress according to the student’s identity, regardless of the student’s gender. To the greatest extent possible, these guidelines are designed to be inclusive and gender and identity neutral.
The following is NOT allowed:
- String tops - unless covered by a sweater or another top shirt
- Exposed midriffs or overly exposed cleavage
- Undershirt style tank tops
- Logos that contain words or images relating to alcohol, drugs, forearms, violence or of a sexual nature
- Pajama pants
- Excessively ripped pants
- Short shorts or skirts - the majority of the upper thigh must be covered
- Pants waistbands worn lower than the waist
- Open toed shoes, sandals, flip flops or slippers
- Slides without socks
Regarding Hooded Sweatshirts: Hoods MAY NOT be worn on campus for safety purposes. Any student who must be told to remove their hood may lose the privilege of wearing hooded sweatshirts.
Regarding Hats/Coats: While indoors, baseball cap style hats are not allowed, however hats without brims are allowed (beanie style). Students may not wear sunglasses indoors. Exterior garments (coats, raincoats, etc.) should be removed in the classroom.
