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Dressing and Grooming

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Dressing and Grooming
Dressing and Grooming 
 
The Board of Education recognizes that each student's mode of dress and grooming is a manifestation of personal style and individual preference. The Board will not interfere with the right of students and their parents to make decisions regarding their appearance, except when their choices interfere with the educational program of the schools. Students have the right to dress in accordance with their gender identity within the constraints of the dress code promulgated by the school.
 
The Board authorizes the Superintendent to establish a reasonable dress code in order to promote a safe and healthy school setting and enhance the educational environment. The dress code shall be incorporated into the Student Code of Conduct or Discipline Code.
 
Accordingly, the Superintendent shall establish such grooming guidelines as are necessary to promote discipline, maintain order, secure the safety of students, and provide a healthy environment conducive to academic purposes. Such guidelines shall prohibit student dress or grooming practices that:
 
  1. Present a hazard to the health or safety of the student or to others in the school;
  2. Materially interfere with school work, create disorder, or disrupt the educational program;
  3. Cause excessive wear or damage to school property;
  4. Prevent the student from achieving the student's educational objectives because of blocked vision or restricted movement.
 Such guidelines shall establish the dress requirements for members of the athletic teams, bands, and other school groups when representing the District at a public event.
 
Students who violate the foregoing rules will not be admitted to class and may be suspended from school.
 
 
Student information/Guidelines

The responsibility for the dress and grooming of a student rests primarily with the parents/guardians and the student.

Allowable Dress & Grooming
  • Students must wear clothing including both a shirt with pants or skirt, or the equivalent and shoes.
  • Shirts and dresses must have fabric in the front and on the sides.
  • Clothing must cover undergarments.
  • Fabric covering all private parts must not be seen through.
  • Hooded sweatshirts are permitted as long as hoods are not worn or does not cover the head.
  • Footwear must be worn at all times. For safety considerations, all footwear must be adequately secured to the foot.
  • Clothing must be suitable for all scheduled classroom activities including physical education, science labs, career tech courses, and other activities where unique hazards exist.
  • Specialized courses may require specialized attire, such as sports uniforms or safety gear.

Non-Allowable Dress & Grooming
  • Clothing may not depict, advertise or advocate the use of alcohol, tobacco, marijuana or other controlled substances.
  • Clothing may not depict pornography, nudity or sexual acts.
  • Clothing may not use or depict hate speech targeting groups based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious affiliation or any other protected groups.
  • Undergarments are not to be exposed at any time while on school grounds. Outerwear must cover underwear and undergarments at all times.
  • Spaghetti straps, halter tops, tube tops or tank tops are not allowed.
  • Pajama pants, including pants made of flannel or fleece.
  • Slippers, shoes with retractable skates, cleats, or footwear with flexible, soft soles (flip flops, beach shoes, etc.) are not permitted.
  • No headgear unless of a religious nature or approved by school officials.
  • Clothing must not threaten the health or safety of any other student or staff.
  • If the student’s attire or grooming threatens the health or safety of any other person, then discipline for dress or grooming violations should be consistent with discipline policies for similar violations.

***Consequences for not adhering to these guidelines will be handled in accordance with the Lorain City Schools Code of Conduct’s Level system. These guidelines are to be followed on all days when school is in session and for school sponsored events where students are actively participating and/or representing Lorain City Schools • The school administration shall determine the appropriateness of student dress and grooming, acting in the best interests of establishing and maintaining a safe and effective learning environment for the benefit of the school.