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Dressing and Grooming

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.