Student Uniform Dress Code

It is the belief of Trinity Lutheran Classical School that appearance and attire does affect a person's attitude and behavior. All attire should be modest and in good taste – to the glory of God. Our dress regulations and appearance requirements are set out by the following guidelines to which all students are required to adhere. Attire will be clean, properly fitting, and neat at all times, with no holes, or holes repaired neatly. 

The dress code will be enforced by the following means: Teachers or staff will note the improper attire or grooming. If appropriate-sized clothing can be found on the free uniform racks, the student will be required to change their clothes. If not, the parent/guardian will be notified by phone to either supply the proper attire for their child or pick them up from school. Grooming issues such as removal of temporary tattoos, makeup, and nail polish, combing or styling hair, etc may also be addressed and carried out by a member of school staff. Students will not be allowed to return to the classroom until in proper dress code attire. The student may also receive a Disciplinary Notice, which requires acknowledgement and signature of parent/guardian. In addition to the observations of teachers and staff, periodic dress code checks will be performed without notice in order to help maintain compliance with our dress code. If there is a question as to whether attire, grooming, etc qualifies as dress code appropriate, the decision of the staff member will be final. Trinity staff and the Board of Education reserve the right to revise or update this code as needed.

FEMALES

TOPS:  

5 solid colors—Cobalt blue, Navy blue, Red, Forest Green, Black

Styles:

1) Long or short sleeved polos (Trinity logoed cobalt blue shirt required for Friday dress, performances, and field trips)

2) V-neck or crew neck sweaters in colors listed above; Trinity logoed quarter zip is also allowed

3)  Cardigan sweaters in colors listed above

4)  Black or white solid color turtlenecks/long-sleeved t-shirts may be worn under polos or sweaters

Shirts are to be tucked in at all times. Hoodies and sweatshirts (including those with Trinity logo) are considered outdoor wear and are not appropriate for the classroom.

BOTTOMS:  

4 solid colors—Charcoal gray, Navy blue, Black, Khaki tan 

Styles: 

1)  Chinos style pants only (no extra or external pockets, zippers, drawstrings)

2)  Capris in same style

3) Skirts/skorts must have length no shorter than two inches above the knee.

4)  Shorts must have length past fingertips in same style as pants.

5) Appropriate back pockets are called “welt pockets” (slit pocket with no external stitching).

6) “Jogger” style pants are not allowed, including pants with elastic cuffs.

BELTS:  Plain black, brown, navy, charcoal gray, or tan belts are allowed but not required. No belt buckles.

JUMPERS:  4 solid colors—Charcoal gray, Navy blue, Black, Khaki tan 

POLO DRESSES:  5 solid colors—Cobalt blue, Navy blue, Red, Forest Green, Black

SHOES AND SOCKS MUST BE WORN EVERY DAY!

SOCKS/TIGHTS/LEGGINGS:  4 solid colors—Charcoal gray, Navy blue, Black, White 

We know that self-expression is desired by our students, but visible socks/tights/leggings are limited to solid colors, as listed above.

SHOES:   

6 solid colors – Charcoal gray, Navy blue, Black, Brown, White, Khaki tan

Styles:

1)  Dress shoes (plain lace up, leather loafer, Mary Janes)

2)  Cowboy boots 

3)  Tennis shoes

4)  Dress boots

No clogs (includes Crocs style shoes), all-weather moccasins, sandals, flips flops, hiking shoes, or platform/high heels. 

NOTE: Logos on shoes must either be the same color as the shoe an accent color of either black or white. 

Boots must be one solid color.

Lace-up shoes must have laces of solid colors listed above and be tied.

Snow boots are not considered classroom attire and are allowed only for outdoor recess.

HAIR:  Hair is to be clean, neatly combed, and trimmed (out of the eyes). Bangs are not to go past the middle of the eyebrows, or must be secured out of the eyes. Hair must be a solid, natural color. Small hair accessories which coordinate with the school uniform, and are not distracting, are permitted. Hair pins/barrettes will be kept at school for students to use at a staff member’s request. No “fashion” hair styles, such as mohawks, mullets, designs cut into hair, etc.

COSMETICS:  Chapstick and clear lip gloss are permitted. No fake or polished nails. Other cosmetic products and face paint are not permitted. Nail polish/makeup remover will be kept at school for students to use at a staff member’s request.

TATTOOS:  Tattoos and/or any skin drawings are not permitted. 

JEWELRY:  A non-smart watch or a bracelet, a small necklace (no chokers), and one small stud earring in the lobe of the ear are permitted. No other body jewelry is allowed.

FRIDAYS / PERFORMANCE DAYS:

The Trinity logoed cobalt blue polo shirt with black bottoms are required. This attire is also to be worn on the final day of any shortened week of school as well as for field trips (unless otherwise communicated by the teacher or office).

MALES

TOPS:  

5 solid colors—Cobalt blue, Navy blue, Red, Forest Green, Black

Styles: 

1) Long or short sleeved polos (Trinity logoed cobalt blue shirt required for Friday dress, performances, and field trips)

2)  Long or short sleeved button-down shirts with standard collar in colors listed above

3)  V-Neck or Crew neck sweaters in colors listed above; Trinity logoed quarter zip is also allowed.

Black or white solid color turtlenecks / long-sleeved t-shirts may be worn under polos, shirts or sweaters.

Shirts are to be tucked in at all times. Hoodies and sweatshirts (including those with Trinity logo) are considered outdoor wear and are not appropriate for the classroom.

BOTTOMS:  4 solid colors—Charcoal gray, Navy blue, Black, Khaki

Styles:

1) Chinos style pants only (no extra or external pockets, zippers, drawstrings)

2) Dress shorts in chino style as listed above and no shorter than two inches above the knee

3) Appropriate back pockets are called “welt pockets” (slit pocket with no external stitching).

4) “Jogger” style pants are not allowed, including pants with elastic cuffs.

BELTS:  Plain black, brown, navy, charcoal gray, or tan belts are allowed but not required. No belt buckles.      

TIES:  Solid color neckties are allowed, but not required.

SHOES AND SOCKS MUST BE WORN EVERY DAY!

SOCKS:  4 solid colors—Charcoal gray, Navy blue, Black, White 

We know that self-expression is desired by our students, but visible socks are limited to solid colors, as listed above.

SHOES:  

6 solid colors – Charcoal gray, Navy blue, Black, Brown, White, Khaki tan

Styles:

1) Dress shoes (plain lace up, leather loafer)

2) Traditional cowboy boots 

3) Tennis shoes

4) Dress Boots

No clogs (includes Crocs style shoes), all-weather moccasins, sandals, flip flips, or hiking shoes. 

NOTE: Logos on shoes must either be the same color as the shoe an accent color of either black or white. 

Boots must be one solid color.

Lace-up shoes must have laces of solid colors listed above and be tied. 

Snow boots are not considered classroom attire and are allowed only for outdoor recess.

HAIR:  Hair is to be clean, neatly combed and trimmed. Bangs are not to go past the middle of the eyebrows, or must be secured out of the eyes. No ponytails allowed. Haircuts shall show at least partial ear lobes on the sides and hair is not to touch shirt collars in the back. Hair must be a solid, natural color. Hair pins/barrettes will be kept at school for students to use at a staff member’s request. No “fashion” hair styles, such as mohawks, mullets, designs cut into hair, etc.

COSMETICS:  Clear chapstick is permitted. No fake or polished nails. Other cosmetic products and face paint are not permitted. Nail polish/makeup remover will be kept at school for students to use at a staff member’s request.

TATTOOS:  Tattoos and/or any skin drawings are not permitted.

JEWELRY:  A non-smart watch and 1 small chain necklace are allowed. Pendants/charms on necklaces are limited to one small item with a Christian theme such as a cross or crucifix.  Males are not permitted to wear earrings. No other body jewelry is allowed.

FRIDAYS / PERFORMANCE DAYS:

The Trinity logoed cobalt blue polo shirt with black bottoms are required. This attire is also to be worn on the final day of any shortened week of school as well as for field trips (unless otherwise communicated by the teacher or office).

PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Physical Education Dress Code (Male and Female):

TOPS: 

Students in grades 5-8 are to wear the solid gray TLCS short sleeved or long-sleeved t-shirt. No tank tops or sleeveless shirts are allowed.

BOTTOMS: 

Students in grades 5-8 are to wear the TLCS black gym shorts or sweatpants. Shorts are to be no shorter than fingertip length. 

SHOES: 

Athletic shoes are allowed for gym class or recess for all grades. Shoes are to be non-marking and socks must be worn.