Dress Code
  The Maple Valley Elementary board, faculty, staff and students will dress in such a way that our living testimony will glorify the Lord Jesus Christ.  (Colossians 3:17 "And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him".)  Our dress code is not intended to measure spirituality nor to promote legalism, but rather to serve as a tool in nurturing the academic and character development of the students as they participate in the business of education, emphasizing a relationship between appropriate dress habits, strong work habits, and proper school behavior.  The cooperation of the students and parents is expected and appreciated.  In order to provide a productive, positive, and consistent learning environment, the school administration reserves the right to determine the appropriateness of any clothing, haircut, makeup, jewelry or peripheral items not specifically covered in the Maple Valley Elementary dress policy. 

"Don't let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set and example for the believers in speech, in life, in love, in faith and in purity." I Timothy 4:12

It must be remembered that school is a place of business and not a party or picnic.  Styles perfectly acceptable for special occasions may be completely inappropriate for school wear.  Parents are urged to be certain that their children are appropriately and modestly dressed when leaving home for school. 

     
    Pants:
  • Must be properly sized, not baggy or tight.
  • Must be clean and neat.
  • Must not be frayed.
  • Must not have holes.
  • Must be hemmed without touching the floor.
  • Must be worn at waist level - on or above the hipbone.
  • Sweat pants, wind pants, and Capri pants are acceptable; however they must meet all the above guidelines.
  • Leggings and stretch pants are acceptable, however, they must meet all the above guidelines AND be worn with a top that covers the buttocks.
    Tops: 
  • Must be properly sized.
  • Must have sleeves.
  • Must be buttoned modestly.
  • Must be modest and conservative in style.
  • Must not have low necklines.
  • Must cover the midriff even when arms are raised.
  • "See through" or sheer tops are not to be worn unless there is a sleeved top underneath. 
  Clothing articles many not have messages that promote worldly attitudes generally considered offensive to Christians, such as beer logos, names or slogans, rock group names or lyrics, slang, or generally negative messages.  We need to remember that as image bearers of Jesus and as temples of the Holy Spirit, whatever we advertise on our clothing becomes associated with the Lord.
    Shoes:
  • Must be worn at all times.
  • Must be tied if there are laces.
  • Flip-flops or thongs are not permitted.
  • Must be worn with socks.
  • No heels greater than 2" and no soles greater than 1".
  • Sandals are considered seasonal and may be worn May 1 to September 30 only.  They must be worn with socks.
    Shorts and skorts:
  • Shorts/skorts may be worn May 1 to September 30 only.  Additional weeks may be added at the administrator's discretion.
  • Shorts/skorts must be properly fitted and be appropriate and modest in length (mid-thigh) and style.
  • Shorts/skorts may not be worn on chapel days.
    Hats:
  • Must not be worn in the buildings.
    Jewelry/cosmetics:
  • May only be used in moderation
  • Piercings are acceptable for earlobes only. 
  • No earrings for boys.
  • Visible tattoos are unacceptable
    Boys Only:
  • Hair must be styled out of the eyes, well-groomed, and above the collar.
  • No odd hair coloring or styles are permitted.
    Girls Only:
  • Dresses/skirts must be worn to chapel.
  • Dress/skirt hemlines must be at the top of the kneecap in length or longer.  Slits will follow the same guidelines. 
  • Dresses/skirts must be properly sized, must fit properly, and must not be overly tight.
  • Dresses and jumpers must have sleeves or be worn over a top that has sleeves.
  • Proper undergarments must be worn.
  • Hair must be in good taste, natural in appearance, and styled out of the eyes.
  • No odd hair coloring or styles permitted. 
     
Chapel Dress Code
     
  We ask that all students, staff and visitors dress up for chapel.  It instills in them the importance of worship and is a direct reinforcement of that teaching.  Additional chapel dress requirements are as follows:
    Boys:
  • Dress pants, khakis, chinos only.
  • No jeans of any color
  • No cords, cargo pants, carpenter pants, camouflage pants, or excessively baggy pants.
  • Shirts must have a true collar.  Only the following shirt styles are acceptable:  polo, oxford and turtlenecks.
  • Shirts must be tucked in all day.
  • Shirts must be properly buttoned.
  • Fleece vests or sweatshirts of any type may be worn only as outerwear and must be removed during chapel.
  • Dress shoes, dress socks and belts are encouraged but not required.
    Girls:
  • Dresses/skirts must be worn to chapel.
  • Dress/skirt hemlines must be at the top of the kneecap in length or longer.  Slits will follow the same guidelines.
  • Skorts may not be worn to chapel.
  • Fleece vest or sweatshirts of any type may be worn only as outwear and must be removed during chapel.
  • Shorts are suggested under dresses/skirts for playground modesty. 
  • No leggings allowed with dress for chapel.  Only tights or socks are allowed.
  • Dress shoes are encouraged but not required. 
  Chapel clothes must be worn all day.  Exceptions will be made to allow for PE schedules and special activities.
     
     
 
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