Dress Code Policy

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The standards of the school are apparent by the personal appearance of its students. Styles that are extreme or that sacrifice decency, good taste, or Christian standards are not conducive to spiritual and academic growth. We must have an institutional standard to be consistent in our enforcement. Scriptural guidelines for students, staff, and volunteers to follow in reference to personal appearance are as follows:

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The uniform dress code applies to all students and is in effect for all school days and NGCA after-school sponsored activities, including field trips, sporting events, and ceremonies. We respectfully ask that you follow casual dress day guidelines for any school-sponsored function.

 

General Dress Code Guidelines

 

Approved uniform items are purchased through Lands’ End.  www.landsend.com/school

You may call them at 1-800-469-2222 and use the preferred account #9000-9472-3. You may also purchase gently worn school uniforms at ROOTS Thrift store.

Always refer to this list before placing an order from Land’s End or any other retail stores to ensure correct color and style.

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1. Modesty (I Timothy 2:9; II Timothy 2:22)

2. Distinction between the sexes (Deuteronomy 22:5; I Corinthians 11:14 –15)

3. In a manner pleasing to the Lord (I Timothy 4:12; Romans 12:1-2; I John 2:15-16)

4. Appropriate dress for the occasion (I Corinthians 14: 40)

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Uniforms should be appropriately sized (not too large, too small, tight, or too short) for the student. Pants, shorts, skirts may be purchased from other retail stores as long as they are the same color, style and length. All uniform shirts, blouses, sweaters, solid dresses, and jackets must be ordered from Land’s End and be monogrammed with the school name/logo. School colors for polo tops: Hunter Green, Navy, Maize Yellow, Light Blue, Gray, and White School colors for bottoms: Navy, Khaki, Gray, and Land’s End White Plaid (skirts, skorts, and jumpers).

 

Regular/Daily Wear for Boys

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- Polo shirts with logo (navy, hunter green, maize yellow, light blue, gray, and white) Shirts must be tucked in Navy, gray, and khaki chino pants or shorts (pleated or flat-front styles) no cargo pants or shorts, no jean or sweat pant material (PreK and Kindergarten students may wear shorts/pants with elastic waist band.) 

 

- Belts- Brown or Black Leather- Plain or Braided-plain belt buckle

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- Shoes: Solid brown, black, navy, white, or gray –Slip on, loafer, boat shoe style in leather, canvas, or suede materials with minimal laces *shoes may be purchased from Land’s End or from other sources but must follow style and color guidelines listed above. “Hey Dude” style shoes are allowed in the approved solid colors.

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- Athletic shoes for P.E only - No sneakers or athletic shoes for daily wear Socks that are visible must be a mostly solid khaki, black, navy, white, or gray.

Approved monogrammed uniform jacket may be worn with the uniform indoors. All other coats and sweaters are to be put away while in the school building until needed for PE or dismissal.

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- No hats, scarves, or additional clothing accessories are permitted for daily wear.

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Regular/Daily Wear for Girls

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- Polo shirts with logo (navy, hunter green, maize yellow, light blue, gray, and white) Shirts must be tucked in Navy, khaki, gray chino pants or shorts (pleated or flat-front styles) no cargo pants or shorts, no jean or sweat pant material (PreK and Kindergarten students may wear shorts/pants with elastic waist band.)

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- Belts- Solid brown, navy, black, Plaid- Plain or Braided

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- Shorts and skorts (modest length not shorter than 4 inches from the top of the back of the knee)

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- Dresses and skirts (modest must not be shorter than 3 inches from the top of the back of the knee) **Girls are encouraged to wear black, navy, gray, white shorts under their dresses and skirts. Shorts may not be seen.

 

- Navy-blue full-length leggings (not sweat or athletic pants) will be allowed under skirts and dresses. Leggings may not be worn as pants as part of regular uniform days.

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- Shoes: Solid brown, black, navy, white, or gray –Slip on, loafer, ballet, Maryjane in leather, canvas, or suede materials with minimal laces *shoes may be purchased from Land’s End or from other sources but must follow style and color guidelines listed above “Hey Dude” style shoes are allowed in approved solid colors.

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- Athletic shoes for P.E only- No sneakers or athletic shoes for daily wear 

 

- Socks and tights that are visible must be a solid khaki, black, navy, gray, or white. Approved monogrammed uniform jacket may be worn with the uniform indoors. All other coats and sweaters are to be put away while in the school building until needed for PE or dismissal.

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- No hats, scarves, or additional clothing accessories are permitted for daily wear. All hair accessories should be uniform colors.

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Friday Spirit Wear Policies

All students may wear a school designed spirit shirt with any approved casual dress day bottoms. Students may wear sneakers, athletic shoes, boots, or sandals. No flip flops allowed. A school monogramed jacket is required on Spirit Days. High school students may wear hats on spirit days.

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Casual Dress

The last Friday of every month will be designated as a Casual Dress Day. Students will be allowed to dress in non-uniform attire on these days. Even in this more relaxed dress code, students are expected to be dressed appropriately. The casual dress day code is the minimum dress permitted at extra-curricular school events, such as clubs, fieldtrips, and for athletes, on and off campus. More specific guidelines are listed below.

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Casual Dress Day Guidelines

The following are prohibited on casual dress days. Low cut tops, crop tops that reveal the midri when arms are raised, tank tops, spaghetti strap, strapless, t-back, or backless shirts or dresses.

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- Jeans are acceptable. Jeans that have holes or tears in the front or back that reveal skin more than 4 inches above the knee are not allowed.

 

- Shorts are acceptable. (Length must be no shorter than 4 inches above the top of the back of the knee)

Athletic pants and joggers are acceptable.

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- Leggings are acceptable with a longer shirt that covers the bottom.

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- Dresses and skirts (Length must be no shorter than 3 inches from the top of the back of the knee

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- T-shirts / sweatshirts are acceptable. (Symbols, pictures, slogans must represent a positive message and not inappropriate for a school environment. No political attire will be allowed. Sleeveless shirts must be at least 3 inches in shoulder width. No tank tops allowed.

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- Students may wear sneakers, athletic shoes, boots, or sandals. No flip flops allowed.

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- Hats are permitted for all students