Booker T. Washington STEM
Academy
DRESS CODE
BTW students are expected to observe the standardized dress code. We have adopted
this dress code and we, as a school community, believe that:
School uniforms have a positive effect on students and teachers.
By wearing school uniforms, the school environment becomes less competitive and lends
itself to being a place where students focus on learning.
School uniforms encourage individual self-expression
Students are encouraged to find way to express their creativity through the arts, music,
sports, personality and academic achievement versus through their attire.
School uniforms make morning easier!
Uniforms eliminate the need to argue over what to wear to school every day. Through
simplicity, uniforms promote time efficiency, organization, and neatness. As we work
toward a goal of 100% attendance, school uniforms will provide a boost to the morning
routine.
Dress Code Guidelines for all BTW students
All clothing must be appropriately sized and fitted.
Clothing should be free from designer logos, decorations, labels and insignias.
All blouses and shirts must be tucked in at all times.
Belts are required if belt loops are on pants. (Grades 2-5)
Hats and hoods may not be worn in the school building at any time of the school
day, or at after-school events within the building.
6. Dress code components must be purchased only in the designated solid colors.
(No contrasting trim/stripes, even though they may be in school colors.)
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Dress Code Violations
For students who do not adhere to the dress code the following actions will occur:
With any offense, the student will be sent to the office before class, recess or
lunch to change into appropriate uniform apparel.
First offense: A note will be sent home to be signed by a parent/ guardian and returned
to the office the next day. (An unsigned note will result in a phone call to the parent from
an administrator.)
Second offense: A phone call home will be conducted.
Third Offense: A conference between the parent or guardian, the student and the
principal will be held.
Persistent Offenses: Could result in detentions as determined by the principal.
Dress Code Components
Tops
Colors: White, navy blue, or light blue dress
Shirts/blouses
Shirts/ Blouses may be short or long sleeved. Cap sleeves and sleeveless are not
acceptable. All shirts and blouses must have a collar.
Acceptable shirts include: Polo Shirts, turtlenecks, button down dress and blouses with
straight or Peter Pan collars.
Sweaters
Sweaters need to be a solid color and may be pullover, v-neck, cardigan zip up or button
up
Sweatshirts: (May only be worn in Navy)
Sweatshirts need to be a solid color and may be pullover or zip-up. Hooded Sweatshirt are
permitted, but the hood cannot be worn during the school day.
Bottoms
Colors: Navy or khaki
Pants Shorts/ Skirts/Skorts/ Jumpers
Pants should be made of solid twill, cotton/ poly blend or corduroy. Pants made of jean
material, sweatpants, windsuits are not acceptable.
Shorts, skirts, and jumpers should be no shorter than the length of the child’s middle
fingers when placed on each side.
Accessories
Belts – Should be worn when pants have belt loops. (Grades 2-5)
Shoes – Should be closed. Sandals and flip-flops are not acceptable.