The way a student dresses affects the general attitude of the classroom. Students and parents should use good taste in selecting school clothing that will enhance the learning environment and be in harmony with the following quote:

“In dress as in all things it is our privilege to honor our Creator. He desires our clothing to be not only neat and healthful, but appropriate and becoming.” (Education, p. 248)

The appropriateness of all dress and grooming is left to the discretion of the teachers. They will gladly counsel on suitable school attire. The following specific items are given to guide parents and students in planning a school wardrobe:

•  Neat, clean, and modest is the working policy at UCAES and applies to both dress and grooming.

•  Jewelry/adornment is not to be worn.

•  Any makeup worn should look natural.

•  Hair should look neat and be a natural hair color.

•  No hats or hoods are allowed to be worn within the school buildings.

•  For both boys and girls: Collared or button-up shirt or UCAES logo t-shirt; pants, shorts, or jeans.

•  No: athletic wear/leggings in the classroom.

•  Shirts should have no modifications or cut-outs (minimal logos are OK).

•  Footwear is required. A second, separate pair of closed-toe tennis/athletic/sneaker-type shoes is required for PE in the gym.

•  Dresses, shorts, and skirts must be of modest fit and length.

•  Clothing should be in good repair (no rips, holes, or grubby look).