NEW HORIZON SCHOOL
UNIFORM CODE (K-8)
2014-2015
CHANGES ARE IN ITALICS AND BOLDED
IMPORTANT NOTE: The school uniform is available through Dennis Uniform Company. All requirements below are based on the uniform
provided by Dennis. IF you choose NOT to purchase your student’s uniform from Dennis, all items MUST be identical or very closely matching
the Dennis Uniform specifications. If your child’s uniform does not meet the school’s requirements, he/she will be in violation of the uniform
code, and you will be asked to purchase the item from Dennis Uniform directly.
REGULAR UNIFORM DAYS (Mondays and Wednesdays)
LOWER SCHOOL
Boys
Navy pants or shorts
White or red polo shirt with new school logo `
White oxford shirt, short-or long- sleeved
White or red turtleneck
White socks (no anklet socks)
White or black athletic shoes
(No Vans/Converse)
Girls
Plaid jumper or navy pants or skorts
White blouse, short-or long-sleeved (peter pan collar)
White or red polo shirt with new school logo
White or red polo turtleneck
Knee-high or short white socks (no anklet socks)
White or black low-top athletic shoes with pants (White shoes with
jumper or skorts) (No Vans/Converse)
MIDDLE SCHOOL
Boys
Girls
Navy pants or shorts
Plaid skirt or navy pants
White or red polo shirt short-or long-sleeved
White oxford shirt, long-sleeved or white overblouse ¾ sleeve
with new school logo
White or red turtleneck or long-sleeved polo shirt with new school logo
White or red turtleneck
Any color socks with pants (no anklet socks); knee-high white with
White oxford shirt, short or long-sleeved
skirt
White socks with shorts (no anklet socks)
White or black low-top athletic shoes with pants (No Vans/Converse)
Any color socks with pants
White or black athletic shoes (No Vans/Converse))
FULL UNIFORM DAYS (Fridays, First Day of School, Hajj Simulation, and other days so designated)
LOWER AND MIDDLE SCHOOL
Boys
Navy blue uniform pants
White oxford shirt, long- sleeved
Black belt
Tie
Blue socks
Black dress shoes
Navy blue sweater with new school logo (K-8)
Girls
Plaid jumper (K-4)
Plaid skirt (5-8)
White blouse, long-sleeved, peter pan collar (K-4)
White oxford shirt, long-sleeved or white overblouse ¾ sleeve (5-8)
Tie
Knee-high white socks
Saddle shoes
Navy blue sweater with new school logo (K-8)
Please note: The navy blue sweater with school logo is required for Fridays starting in October.
P.E. DAYS (Tuesdays and Thursdays)
Boys
Navy sweatpants with NHS logo
Navy shorts with NHS logo
School t-shirt, short-or long-sleeved (K-8)
Navy blue sweatshirt (plain or with NHS logo)
White or black athletic shoes (No Vans/Converse)
Girls
Navy sweatpants with NHS logo
School t-shirt, short-or long-sleeved (K-8)*
Navy blue sweatshirt (plain or with NHS logo)
White or black athletic shoes (No Vans/Converse)
* MS girls who wear short-sleeved shirts on P.E. days MUST have a jacket or scarf that covers their arms for prayer.
MINIMUM DAYS*
School t-shirt with blue jeans (pants, not shorts) and white or black athletic shoes (Vans or Converse are OK). Outerwear
on these days must be the school sweater or sweatshirt.
* Exceptions: Hajj Simulation, MS Career Day, and as indicated by the administration.
UNIFORM CODE
2014-2015
OUTER WEAR
Heavy jackets of any color are permitted during winter but are not to be worn in the classroom.
The ONLY lightweight outerwear which is permitted according to the uniform policy is the following:
LOWER SCHOOL
Navy blue cardigan sweater (button down) with school logo*
Navy blue plain sweatshirt
Navy blue sweatshirt with school logo
Navy blue fleece (available through Dennis Uniform only)
MIDDLE SCHOOL
Boys & Girls
Navy blue cardigan sweater (button down) with new school logo*
Navy blue plain crew neck sweatshirt
Navy blue hooded or crew-neck sweatshirt with school logo
Navy blue fleece (available through Dennis Uniform only)
* This item is REQUIRED ON FRIDAYS or FULL UNIFORM DAYS.
SHOES
The girls’ saddle shoe is available year-round at www.swinglindy.com in girl’s and women’s sizes. You can also find saddle
shoes at Payless in the fall only either in the store or online at www.payless.com.
SCARVES
Girls must wear navy blue, red, or white scarves for prayer every day. Girls who choose to wear a scarf throughout the
day must wear a navy blue, red or white scarf. Scarves worn on Friday must be WHITE.
OTHER DRESS CODE GUIDELINES
Hats/hoods/beanies are not permitted during regular school days; plain navy blue beanies with NO LOGO are permitted
outside during cold days. Hair bands and large scrunchies must be navy blue, red or white or from Dennis Uniform in the
school’s uniform colors. Hats are permitted on outdoor field trip days. Make-up and colored nail polish are not permitted.
Girls may wear short earrings or studs; no hanging or loop earrings or other heavy jewelry. Girls cannot wear ANY jewelry
during Sports Club activities.
CLEANLINESS
A code of cleanliness is expected for all students. Hair must be properly combed or brushed and kept away from the face.
Boys’ hair must be kept trimmed to no longer than the base of the neck and cannot be placed in a ponytail. Hair dyed with
non-natural hair color is not allowed. Students should bathe or shower every day. Nails should be trimmed. Clothing should
be clean and free from noticeable stains. Shirts and blouses should be neatly pressed. Shoes should be cleaned and shined
regularly. Daily use of deodorant is recommended for middle schoolers.
“FREE DRESS” DRESS CODE
Students have the privilege of periodic free dress days. Most free dress days must be earned. Students must exercise good
judgment and responsibility when choosing clothing for free dress days. The following guidelines must be observed to insure
that this privilege continues:
Lower School
Middle School
No shorts for girls
No shorts, capris, or crop pants for girls
Crop pants (or capris) should be mid-calf
Skirts or dresses must be mid-calf in length
Skirts must be no shorter than just below the knee
No tight pants or leggings
No tight pants or leggings.
No (very) baggy pants for boys
No (very) baggy pants for boys
Short or long-sleeved shirts for girls (no cap sleeves)
No sleeveless shirts for boys or girls
No sleeveless shirts for boys or girls
Loose-fitting shirts
Loose-fitting shirts
No bare midriff or low-cut shirts for girls
No bare midriff or low-cut shirts for girls
No inappropriate messages on wording or clothing
No inappropriate messages on wording or clothing
No high heels
No high heels
If a student chooses not to follow the dress code according to these guidelines, he/she will be given a uniform notice, and
free dress privileges may be suspended. Also, parents may be called to bring an alternative set of clothing to school.
REMEMBER TO LABEL THE FOLLOWING ITEMS: TIES (GIRLS & BOYS), SWEATERS, SWEATSHIRTS & SHOES