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DRESS CODES

There is no uniform dress code in FISD. However, there are codes for each campus:
: Bales
: Cline
: FHS
: FJHS
: Westwood
: Windsong


FRIENDSWOOD HIGH SCHOOL

1. Students are expected to refrain from public display of affection on the school campus. Violations of this are subject to disciplinary action.
 
2. Proper dress and grooming are the responsibilities of the student, parent, and school. Each should discourage extremes. The school is charged with the responsibility of building proper values, quality citizenship, and maintaining a school climate that results in academic benefits for the student body. Proper dress and grooming are considered a part of the educational program.
 
3. Dress Code
In keeping with the FISD belief statements, each person is unique and has the right to pursue beliefs of their own choice. We also believe that individuals are responsible for their own actions and that growth and development are enhanced by family and individuals who provide love, security, and a sense of belonging.
 
We care about our students, their cleanliness and neatness, and their dress, as well as their learning environment.
 
The student and parent may determine the student's personal dress and grooming standard, provided that the student's dress and grooming:
.....A. Shall not lead school officials reasonably to believe that such dress or grooming will disrupt, interfere with, disturb, or detract from school activities. A modest appearance must be maintained when standing, sitting, or bending.
.....B. Shall not create a health or other hazard to student's safety or to the safety of others.
.....C. Shall comply with the following guidelines:
..........1. Non-wheeled shoes are to be worn at all times.
..........2. Student's dress and grooming should be neat and appropriate for their age group and school activities.
..........3. Clothing is to be modest and conform to the standards established for the appropriate school attire. Students are to wear appropriate undergarments.
..........4. Hair should be clean and neatly groomed. It should not cover the eyes or be colored or styled in any way that is distracting to the learning environment.
...............a. Curlers are not acceptable.
...............b. Any unnatural hair colors are not permitted.
...............c. Mohawk type haircuts are not permitted.
..........5. Walking shorts, skirts, or split skirts must be in close proximity to the knee (forefinger when arm is relaxed at side).
..........6. Sleeveless shirts are not acceptable for boys or girls.
..........7. Any clothing or accessory which may be deemed to represent gang affiliation, membership, or behavior, real or implied, is not permitted. Any clothing or accessory which may be deemed to be offensive or degrade any student population is not permitted. This includes any Goth style dress/clothing.
..........8. Shirts/blouses that fit properly and do not hang below the top of the back pocket or over 4 inches from the top of pants/skirts that are worn properly at the waist may be untucked. Oversized shirts, blouses and jerseys must be tucked in pants, shorts or skirts. School uniforms or jerseys worn on game day may be untucked. No see thru shirts or fishnet tops.
..........9. Pants must fit at the waist without a belt.
..........10. Tattoos cannot be visible.
..........11. Pierced body parts other than the ear are not acceptable for either male or female students. Eyebrow, nose, and tongue rings will be removed and returned at the end of the school year.
..........12. Students will not wear:
...............a. Clothing, jewelry, heavy chains, or trinkets that are: noisy and distracting; occultrelated; or that advertise sex, alcohol, drugs, tobacco, or any product related to alcohol,tobacco, drugs, or sex. Students may not wear suggestive or inappropriately located decorative patches, insignia, or clothing with improper advertising, pictures, slogans or statements.
...............b. Clothing that in any way would suggest disrespect for the American flag.
...............c. Headbands, bandanas, and hats/caps inside the building. All of these items will be confiscated and not returned. This applies to all students, male and female. Head covers may not be worn or brought in the building.
...............d. Clothing that does not adequately cover the body: Low cut, see-through, backless dresses, tank tops, halter-type tops, bare midriff blouses, and tube tops without blouses. Extremely short skirts, spaghetti-strap dresses, cut-offs, and torn jeans will not be permitted. Midriffs are to be covered.
...............e. Heavy chains, animal collars, chokers which look like animal collars, or locks.
...............f. Apparel designed for participation in sporting events (spandex, nylon athletic shorts, biking shorts, and similar apparel) except for school sponsored activities.
...............g. Oversized or excessively baggy clothes.
...............h. Frayed pants, unhemmed pants, or high split skirts.
...............i. Trench coats or coats that resemble trench coats.
...............j. Pajamas of any type
...............k. Any clothing deemed inappropriate for the educational setting by the administration or staff
...............l. Fishnets on arms/legs
 
Extra-curricular Activities
All groups representing the school or school organizations are expected to put their "best face forward" in public.Therefore a coach, band director, drill team sponsor, student council sponsor, etc., may require members to wear ties or dress in a more formal style.
 
Dress Code Violations
Violations of the dress code may result in disciplinary action being assigned. If the student's dress or grooming is objectionable under these provisions, the principal or designee shall request the student to make appropriate corrections. Students who violate provisions of the dress code will be given the opportunity to have parents bring appropriate clothing to school or to pick up the student. If a parent cannot be contacted the student will be placed in A.S.C.
 
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FRIENDSWOOD JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
We expect students to come to school in clothes that are clean and neat, and we expect students to exhibit basic cleanliness and grooming that will not be a health or safety threat to themselves or to other students or staff. While we respect students' desire to express themselves in their clothing and grooming styles, we do not permit students to wear clothing with pictures, emblems, or writing that is lewd, offensive, vulgar, obscene or that advertises or depicts gang affiliation or tobacco products, alcoholic beverages, drugs, or any other substance that students are prohibited from having or using at school. Slogans, drawings representing local, country, state or federal detention may not be worn. The principal makes decisions about dress and grooming violations. Following are general apparel guidelines.

*Head/Hair -
Disruptive haircuts/hairstyles/colors are not permitted
No head coverings of any type are allowed
 
*Torso
Student attire must adequately cover the body as to not be disruptive to the learning environment. Adequately covered is defined as no torso skin or undergarment showing regardless of the seated, bending, arms raised or standing position of the student. All tops are to have fully attached sleeves. No undergarments are to be visible at any time.

A general length guideline is that hem length and top of slit is equivalent to the length of the forefinger when arm is relaxed at the side. Student clothing is to be appropriate in size, especially pants, which are to fit at the natural waistline.

Clothing is to be in good condition and free of holes and frayed edges.

*Skin/Jewelry/Shoes/Accessories
Tattoos may not be visible.
Piercing is limited to the ear.
Jewelry must not be disruptive.
Writing/drawing/stamping etc on skin is prohibited.
Non-wheeled shoes must be worn at all times.
 
*Backpacks/Wallets/Purses
No objectionable subject matter on personal possessions or school property.
No wallet chains.
Backpacks, large purses, and other luggage are not allowed in the classroom and must fit in the student's locker.

*In general, clothing that suggests disrespect for the American Flag is not allowed. Clothing and/or jewelry that is disruptive or that can be used as a weapon is prohibited. (i.e.: spiked watchbands/bracelets/dog collars, etc.).

If your child comes to school wearing clothes that violate the dress code or in any other way violates our dress and grooming standards, she or he will be disciplined appropriately. We will make efforts to notify you as soon as possible, and if the student changes clothes or otherwise comes into compliance with the dress and grooming standards, she or he will return to regular classes immediately. (A minimum of an after school d-hall will be issued.)

 
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BALES INTERMEDIATE

The purpose of our school dress code is to assure that student dress does not distract from the learning environment. Regulations governing campus dress and grooming standards are enforced by the administration, faculty, and staff. Any distracting or disturbing attire will not be permitted on school property. The following items are prohibited on campus:
1. Hats or caps
2. Shower-type thongs or flip-flop sandals
3. Skirts and shorts above pinkie length
4. Frayed clothing of any type
5. Clothing resulting in a bare midriff, tank tops or muscle shirts
6. Bicycle shorts/Spandex attire
7. Oversized ("sagging") pants not belted at the waist
8. Chain wallets or choke chain necklaces
9. Shoes with roller inserts
Shoes must be worn at all times. Clothing with alcohol or drug related
logos are not allowed at school. All clothing must be in good taste, and
undergarments should be covered at all times.
 
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WINDSONG INTERMEDIATE

The purpose of our school dress code is to assure that student dress does not distract from the learning environment. Regulations governing campus dress and grooming standards are enforced by the administration, faculty, and staff. Any distracting or disturbing attire, makeup, or hair styles will not be permitted on school property. The following items are prohibited on campus:
1. Hats, caps, or inappropriate head coverings
2. Shower-type thongs, flip-flops, house shoes or slippers
3. Skirts and shorts above pinkie length
4. Non-manufactured frayed clothing of any type
5. Clothing resulting in a bare midriff or tank tops
6. Bicycle shorts/Spandex attire
7. Oversized ("sagging") pants not belted at the waist
8. Chain wallets or choke chain necklaces
9. Skate shoes/shoes with rollers
Shoes must be worn at all times. Clothing with alcohol or drug related logos are not allowed at school. All clothing must be in good taste, and undergarments should be covered at all times.
 
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WESTWOOD ELEMENTARY

We expect students to come to school in clothes that are clean and neat, and we expect students to exhibit basic cleanliness and grooming that will not be a health or safety threat to themselves or to other students or staff. While we respect students' desire to express themselves in their clothing and grooming styles, we do not permit students to wear clothing with pictures, emblems, or writing that is lewd, offensive, vulgar, or obscene or that advertises or depicts tobacco products, alcoholic beverages, drugs, or any other substance that students are prohibited from having or using at school. The principal makes decisions about dress and grooming violations.
1. Shorts and split skirts of a modest length and fit (approximately mid-thigh, loose fitting, and hemmed) may be worn by students as designated by the building principal. Bicycle shorts may only be worn if another pair of shorts or skirt is worn over them.
2. Dresses and skirts should be no shorter than approximately mid-thigh length and of modest fit.
3. Students are not permitted to wear see-through clothing or to have midriff areas exposed.
4. Students must wear safe, appropriate shoes at all times. Shoes with wheels/ rollers, high-heeled sandals, or shower shoes (flip flops) are not allowed.
5. Clothing normally considered as undergarments (muscle shirts, tank tops and the like) are not permitted to be worn as shirts. Spaghetti strap shirts may be worn over another T-shirt.
6. Extremely sloppy or torn clothing is not permitted.
7. Modes of hair design and color that detract from the learning process shall not be allowed.
8. No hats or caps will be worn inside the building except during special school events.
The student and parent may determine the student's personal dress and grooming standards, provided that they comply with the guidelines and dress code set above.
 
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CLINE ELEMENTARY

We expect students to come to school in clothes that are clean and neat, and we expect students to exhibit basic cleanliness and grooming that will not be a health or safety threat to themselves or to other students or staff. While we respect students' desire to express themselves in their clothing and grooming styles, we do not permit students to wear clothing with pictures, emblems, or writing that is lewd, offensive, vulgar, or obscene or that advertises or depicts tobacco products, alcoholic beverages, drugs, or any other substance that students are prohibited from having or using at school. The principal makes decisions about dress and grooming violations.
1. Shorts and split skirts of a modest length and fit (approximately mid-thigh, loose fitting, and hemmed) may be worn by students as designated by the building principal. Bicycle shorts may only be worn if another pair of shorts or skirt is worn over them.
2. Dresses and skirts should be no shorter than approximately mid-thigh length and of modest fit.
3. Students are not permitted to wear see-through clothing or to have midriff areas exposed.
4. Students must wear safe, appropriate shoes at all times. Shoes with wheels/rollers are not allowed.
5. Clothing normally considered as undergarments (muscle shirts, tank tops and the like) are not permitted to be worn as shirts. Spaghetti strap shirts may be worn over another t-shirt.
6. Extremely sloppy or torn clothing is not permitted.
7. Modes of hair design and color that detract from the learning process shall not be allowed.
8. No hats or caps will be worn inside the building except during special school events. Students are encouraged to wear hats or caps outside of the building during recess or outside activities.
The student and parent may determine the student's personal dress and grooming standards, provided that they comply with the guidelines and dress code set above.
 
Consequences for Dress Code Violations
1st Student Warning
2nd Call Parents
 
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