Parents and Guardians,
Over the past several months, a team comprised of parents,
support staff, teachers, and administrators have been working to update our
dress code so that it reflects current styles, appropriate dress for a school
setting, and consistency across divisions. The group reviewed dress codes from
many PA districts and determined what was right for Palmyra. The committee
recommendations were reviewed by Cabinet, the Board, and our Solicitor. Many
see these guidelines as quite similar to what has been in place, but it will
definitely be upheld at each division. The guidelines are attached and on our
website. Please plan any summer shopping trips and back-to-school wardrobes
accordingly.
Dr. Van
Noord
Palmyra Area Schools Student Dress Code Guidelines
Students must wear appropriate attire at all times. The administration and staff believe there is a definite relationship between good dress habits, work habits, and proper school behavior. Therefore, inappropriate apparel including, but not limited to, the following will not be permitted:
- Visible under garments.
- Tops/dresses with spaghetti straps.
- Tops that expose the midriff or cleavage, tube tops, and halter-tops.
- Spandex or form fitting outfits of any type.
- Visible cleavage (visible line).
- Muscle shirts.
- Mesh shirts without something underneath.
- Sunglasses, hats, and hoods up on sweatshirts inside the building.
- Shoes with wheels in them.
- Dress, skirt, shorts, or clothing worn as a dress not to be:
- less than a fingertip in length at the elementary level
- more than 3” above top of the kneecap when standing at the secondary level.
12. Holes in clothing may not reveal skin above the knees.
13. The student shall not wear clothing, jewelry, or any other attire that present a health or safety concern or that advertise or advocate the use of alcoholic beverages, drugs, or other illegal behavior; lewd, profane, or obscene language or messages; and message that disrupt or create reasonable apprehension of disruption of the educational program, including messages that advocate violence and mayhem, criminal behavior, or the violation of Board policy and messages that have, as their sole purpose, the harassment and/or intimidation of others in the school community.
14. Flip flops are not recommended; however, if students choose to wear them, the School District is not responsible for any injuries that may occur as a result of wearing flip flops.
The building principal, whose decision will be final, will determine whether attire is or is not within these guidelines.
Parents are an important part of a child’s education and thus parents should ensure that their child is dressed appropriately. Reasonable accommodations may be made for religious or medical reasons or special days such as spirit or field days, with administrative approval. Students not abiding by the dress code will be asked to change clothing. If this is not possible in school, parents will be notified and students will be sent home to change.
