STUDENT DRESS CODE
2016-2017
Students in kindergarten through eighth grades are required to wear school uniforms daily.
Please read carefully as there have been minor changes since last school year and some uniform pieces have
been transitioned out.
WHY WEAR A UNIFORM?
Simply put, the Northern Light School is designed to eliminate distractions and create community amongst
students. The uniform is the NLS way of saying that we believe all people are created equal regardless of race,
gender, ethnicity, or socio-economic status.
WHERE TO FIND
French Toast
Website: http://www.frenchtoast.com
Code: QS46SVP
Dennis Uniform
Address: 130 Doolittle Drive #1, San Leandro, CA 94577
Website: http://www.dennisuniform.com
Code: N7LIGH
UNIFORM POLICY
Wearing school uniforms is just one way that Northern Light students show pride in their school. Students in
grades K-8 are required to be in complete uniform from the time they arrive on campus until the time they leave
unless given express permission to dress otherwise.
The Faculty of Northern Light School reserves the right to make any and all judgments in matters not explicitly
outlined in this Dress Code policy. In addition, the Faculty of Northern Light School reserves the right to
amend this Dress Code policy at any given time, after giving due notice to students and parents.
1. NLS Color Scheme
Navy Blue, Red, White, Black, Grey
2. Bottoms - Pants, Shorts, Jumpers, and Skirts/Scooters
All students must wear heather grey uniform bottoms purchased from French Toast or Dennis
Uniform.
These are the only approved bottoms.
3. Tops - Polos, Oxford Shirts, Sweatshirts, Cardigans, Hoodies, and Undershirts
Polos: All students must wear short- or long-sleeved white or navy blue cotton polo collared shirts. Polo shirts
may be purchased at any retailer. Polos may be embroidered with official NLS embroidery; otherwise, no
writing or logos are permitted on polos.
Oxford Shirts: In lieu of a polo shirt, students may wear a white, long- or short-sleeved oxford shirt.
Sweatshirts, Cardigans, V-Neck Sweaters, and Sweater Vests: All students must have at least one sweatshirt,
cardigan, V-neck sweater, or sweater vest with the school logo. Students must wear a collared shirt underneath
with the collar visible over the neck of the sweater or sweatshirt.
Team Hoodies: Hoodies designed for NLS athletic teams may be worn inside provided that students have an
approved collared shirt underneath.
Undershirts: Undershirts must be white, short-sleeved, and tucked into pants. Undershirts must not be visible
below the bottom hem or sleeves of the uniform shirt. Undershirts may not have any logos or writing on them.
These are the only approved tops.
4. Outerwear
Jackets must be purchased from Dennis Uniform. There are two options: the Columbia winter jacket (in red,
black, or navy) or the Hooded Microfiber jacket (in red, black, or navy) with required NLS logo.
These are the only approved jackets. All other hoodies, jackets, and coats are not allowed. Non-uniform
outerwear will be confiscated and kept in the office.
5. Leggings
Tights and leggings worn underneath skirts/jumpers must be solid-colored and in the NLS Color Scheme of
Navy Blue, Red, White, Black, or Grey.
6. Shoes
Students must wear sneakers to school. On rainy days, rain boots are allowed, but students must also bring
sneakers to school. Sandals, flip-flops, boots (other than rain boots), and open-toe shoes are not permitted.
7. Ties
Students wearing a white oxford shirt may wear a solid, navy blue cotton tie. Ties may not have stripes or any
other design on them.
8. Jewelry
Only small stud earrings are permitted, and only one earring per ear. Necklaces and bracelets may not be showy
or costumey. Necklaces must be worn underneath the shirt.
9. Scarves
Scarves must be in NLS color scheme of Navy, Blue, Red, White, Black, or Grey.
10. Hats
Baseball caps of any kind are not allowed. They will be confiscated and kept in the office. On cold or rainy days,
students may wear knit caps or beanies, but only outside.
11. Make-up
Facial make-up of any kind, including lip-gloss, is not permitted.
12. Hairstyles and Grooming
Students are expected to present a neat and clean appearance at all times.
13. Belts
The right belt can really tie an outfit together. Just saying…
DRESS CODE VIOLATIONS
Non-uniform items will be confiscated, kept in a bin in the office, and be available for pickup at the end of the
day by students or parents.
Students, who consistently violate the Dress Code policy may lose recess time, access to field trips, or the ability
to participate in school celebrations.
CASUAL FRIDAYS
On Fridays, students may wear bottoms of their choice. Yoga pants, camouflage pants, and ripped jeans are not
allowed. Shorts and skirts must be below fingertips. Flip-flops, sandals, boots, and open-toe shoes are not
permitted. On Casual Fridays, students must still wear NLS approved tops and jackets. Rules regarding
makeup hats, jewelry, and hairstyles still apply.
Throughout the year, the 8th graders will have special t-shirts, sweatshirts, and hoodies available for purchase.
Students who purchase these items may wear them on casual Fridays.
UNIFORM MATRIC
Prices Accurate as of 6/13/16
Item
Color
French Toast
Dennis
Elsewhere?
Pants
Grey
$15.98
$28.00
X
Shorts
Grey
$14.98
$24.00
X
Jumpers
Grey
$14.98
$44.00
X
Skirts
Grey
$11.98
$42.00
X
Skort
Grey
$12.98
$32.00
X
Polo
Short-sleeve
Polo
Long-sleeve
Oxford Shirt
Short-sleeve
Oxford Shirt
Long-sleeve
*Sweatshirt
White
Navy
White
Navy
White
$9.98
$11.98
$22.45
Logo for Navy only
$24.75
Logo for Navy only
$22.00
White
$12.98
$23.00
X
Red
X
X
*Pullover V-Neck
Sweater
*Cardigan
Red
X
Red
X
*Sweater Vest
Red
X
Fleece Jacket
With Hood
Columbia Jacket
With Hood
Red Black
Navy
Red Black
Navy
X
$24.00
Logo Required
$34.50
Logo Required
$36.65
Logo Required
$30.50
Logo Required
$46.30
Logo Required
$85.00
Bottoms
Tops
$9.98
X
*Students
must have at least one of these items.
✓ No logos/writing
✓ No logos/writing
X
X
X
X
✓ No logos/writing
✓