Dress Code 2009-2010

The following regulations shall govern the dress and grooming of students.  Student dress may vary with instructional activity and special events when announced by the principal.

• H. B. du Pont Middle School shirts (Polo style)
• Polo style shirt (any solid color)
• Dockers/uniform style pants (khakis - any solid color) or corduroy pants (any solid color)
•  “Reasonable length” shorts will be considered acceptable wear if they are “Dockers style (khakis - any solid color) or corduroy (any solid color)”
• H. B. du Pont Middle School sweatshirts (in class, during cold weather)
• H. B. du Pont Middle School jackets (in class, during cold weather)

GIRLS  have an additional option of wearing dresses and skirts

• Dresses and skirts (any solid color) must be no shorter than 3 inches above the knee (both front and back).
• No denim skirts are allowed.
• Slits in the skirt are to be no higher than 2 inches above the hem.
• Slits on long skirts/dresses may not extend above the knee.

Additional Safety /Clarifying Comments:

• Clothing must be solid color.
• Clothing must be in good condition. For example, the hem at the bottom of pants may not be intentionally cut or torn.
• Appropriate and safe footwear must be worn at all times.  Shoes must have a "closed back" for safety reasons. House slippers are not appropriate in school or at school functions.
• Hats, headbands, head coverings and ear coverings are not to be worn in the building during school hours.
• Any garment deemed inappropriately tight, short, or revealing is prohibited.  For example, polo shirts must fit so that they may be easily buttoned.
• Any attire that is disruptive to the educational process is prohibited.  Attire that is unsafe, unhealthy, offensive to generally accepted standards, or obscene is not to be worn.  Decals, slogans, or pictures that contain references to illegal substances (i.e. e. alcohol, drugs, etc.) or immoral behavior are not allowed.
• Accessories such as obtrusive jewelry, dangling scarves, and large belts are not permitted.
• Pants worn in a “Sag and Drag” fashion (pants worn below the waist to the extent that the underwear and/or skin is/could be exposed) are not permitted in school or at school functions.
• Cargo shorts and cargo pants are not permitted in our dress code.  Cargo pants were designed for "tough, outdoor activities." They have baggy pockets and are loose, permitting free movement.  In most cases, close fit pockets will be considered acceptable wear and may be worn.
• Polo style shirts must be worn under sweatshirts.
• An additional layer of solid color clothing such as turtlenecks or long sleeve thermals may be worn under the polo style shirt for warmth.
• Items not specifically covered in the above listed regulations and dress code will be at the discretion and good judgment of the principal.