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= = Elementary Uniform Code Dress code is to assist in establishing an environment conducive to learning. This uniform code was originally established through the efforts of the PTF and ACS administration. We desire that our students be free to work and play in an environment that honors the Lord, free from the distractions of inappropriate or unsafe dress. All students in kindergarten through fifth grade are required to be in proper uniform. We recognize that this code could not possibly specify our rules on any and every new fashion trend. Therefore, we request that parents understand the basic purpose and spirit of our uniform code and ask that you apply it to your child’s daily apparel. The school reserves the right to make the final judgment in these manners. A positive reinforcement policy is in place to assist us in enforcing the Uniform Code; we appreciate your help and support. Students with incomplete or improper uniforms will be given the correct items to change into from the uniform closet. We will call parents when a child is completely out of uniform. 17

Elementary Uniform Code for Boys

• Boys may wear red, white or navy shirts. Polo, turtleneck, long or short-sleeved, collared shirts are acceptable.

• Navy cardigan sweaters, Achiever Sweatshirts or Achiever navy fleece vests or jackets.

• Regular jackets or zippered sweatshirts (hooded or unhooded) may be worn to and from school and at recess only.

• Athletic shoes or oxfords may be worn. Shoes with wording other than brand names and shoes with wheels are not allowed.

• Socks must be worn. Only solid colors are acceptable.

• Navy or khaki twill pants and shorts. Cargo type pants and shorts are not allowed.

• Boys may wear hats, facing forward, when not in classroom. No unsuitable imprints or logos are allowed.

• Hair should be neat and clean. Hairstyles with extreme cuts or color are not allowed. Hairstyles will not be allowed that: 1) are a distraction to your child or other students; 2) are a hindrance to your child’s learning process; or 3) draw undue attention to your child while at school.

• No earrings or body ornaments are acceptable.

Elementary Uniform Code for Girls

• Achiever plaid or solid, navy or khaki twill skirts, jumpers or skorts (need to be no shorter than  three inches from the floor when kneeling). Solid colored red, navy, blue, black or white shorts need to be worn under skirts or dresses.

• Long or short-sleeved, white collared blouses; blouses are to be plain and free of trimming. Red, white or navy polo shirt or turtleneck shirt. Girl’s polo shirts may have a same-color feminine trim/edge on the cuffs or collar.

• Navy cardigan sweater, Achiever sweatshirt or navy Fleece Vest or Jacket. Regular jackets or  zippered sweatshirts (hooded or unhooded) may be worn to and from school and at recess only.

• Socks or tights must be worn. Only solid white, red or navy blue are acceptable.

• Athletic shoes or low-heeled slip-ons. Platform shoes, sandals, shoes with pictures/wording other than brand names and shoes with wheels are not allowed.

• Navy or Khaki twill slacks or capris and shorts.

• Girls may wear small, age appropriate earrings (stud earrings only); dangling earrings and any other type of body piercing ornaments are not allowed.

• Girls may not wear make-up. Pastel nail polish is acceptable.

• Unnatural coloring of hair, excessive strings and beads in hair or hairstyles with extreme cuts or  color are not allowed.

Physical Education Uniforms for Boys and Girls

(P.E. uniform shall be worn by all 1 st-5th graders on P.E. days unless otherwise specified). P.E. uniform consists of:

• Achiever t-shirt or past Achiever event t-shirts.

• Achiever sweatshirt or fleece jacket or vest.

• Blue or black sweats.

• Basketball style shorts, blue.

• Athletic shoes (platform type and shoes with wheels are not acceptable).

• P.E. uniform shirts and sweatshirts may be purchased at Merry Mart.

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• Only ACS sweatshirts, fleece jackets, regular jackets and zip-front sweatshirts may be worn during cold weather. No flannel shirts or other sweatshirts may be worn.

• No jeans with prints, flowers, decorations, bell-bottom or oversized slacks may be worn. All elementary uniform items described may be purchased at the ** Merry Mart ** store located at 33 Washington Street, Santa Clara (corner of Washington and Newhall) or at Dennis Uniforms (online). If it is more convenient for you, the boys’ and girls’ slacks and girls’ navy jumpers and skirts may also be purchased at department or school apparel stores. P.E. uniform shirts, sweatshirts and shorts must be purchased at ** Merry Mart **. Blue or black jeans may be purchased anywhere. Proper Achiever dress uniform must be worn on all field trips, unless otherwise specified by the teacher. Achiever P.E. uniforms may be allowed on certain trips at the discretion of the teacher. Achiever sweatshirts or fleece jackets are the only outerwear permissible on field trips.

The following policies and procedures have been established for Free Dress Days and Spirit Days:

Weather permitting, shorts are allowed for both boys and girls. They must be no more than 4 inches above the knee. No “short shorts”, bicycle shorts or oversized shorts will be allowed. Jeans should be in good shape; no holes in the knees (or anywhere else), nor should they be worn in a “low rider” fashion. Jeans should not be baggy or oversized. T-shirts that display unsuitable logos or pictures are not permitted. Unsuitable imprints would include, but are not limited to: violent themes, improper language, witchcraft, illegal or immoral activities, put downs or anything perceived to be in poor taste. For boys, no low cut sports tanks will be allowed. For girls, tank tops are fine with a 1” wide strap, but spaghetti strap tops will not be allowed. For girls who wear dresses and skirts: the hemline should be modest, no shorter than three inches above the knee. No low cut necklines are permitted. No sundresses with spaghetti straps can be worn, unless a T-shirt is worn underneath. Makeup is not permitted; nor is any temporary hair coloring. Oversized shirts are not permitted. ** Closed-toe shoes are required. Athletic shoes are always permitted. **