Dress Code Policy

Lakewood Elementary DRESS CODE Policy


Proper appearance not only makes for a good self-concept, but has also been shown to have a high relationship to school pride and appropriate behavior.  We ask that students and parents accept their responsibilities concerning this matter.  


  • For safety reasons, students are required to wear rubber soled, closed toe shoes at all times. Backless/strapless shoes such as sandals and flip flops, shoes with heels or wheels, and are not permitted. Cowboy boots are permitted as long as they have a rubber sole.

  • Appropriate dress will consist of pants, jeans, athletic wear, Capri pants, skirts, shorts, skorts, or jumpers. No sagging pants. Shorts, skirts, and dresses must be mid-thigh length or longer. Visible rips, tears, or holes located above mid-thigh are not permitted, unless an underlayer (ex. leggings, a neatly sewn patch, undershirt, etc.) is worn underneath the affected area. 

  • Articles of clothing should not contain offensive, degrading, or unwholesome slogans, symbols or pictures.

  • No strapless shirts, spaghetti straps, low-cut tops, mesh clothing, or muscle shirts.  Shirts may be sleeveless; however the armholes must come up to the armpit and conform to the shoulder area. Shirts or blouses that expose the child’s stomach are prohibited.

  • Other than medical masks for infectious disease, masks shall be prohibited.

  • Hats are not permitted to be worn in the school building with the exception of designated spirit days. Hooded sweatshirts are permitted but hoods should not be on inside the buildings.

  • Exceptions to the dress policy will be made for students with religious objections or students with special needs, with administration approval.


The following situations may be addressed by the principal, counselor, or teacher:


  • a student’s personal appearance that causes a disturbance or safety issue among the students 

  • clothing worn by a student that causes a disturbance among the students 

  • clothing deemed inappropriate by the staff apparel that presents a concern for the student’s personal safety. 

  • As with all parts of the school dress code, administration reserves the right to determine what is or is not appropriate.

Adopted May 2023

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