Monterey High School Dress Code Policy

The purpose of a dress code is to promote a serious and respectful academic atmosphere. A students appearance should not attract undue attention and should reflect a positive school culture. Students wearing inappropriate clothes will be required to change into the schools physical education uniform or change into more appropriate attire, if available. The dress code applies to all school sponsored events held on or off campus unless otherwise approved by site administration. Students who violate the schools dress code will be subject to a progressive discipline policy, which may ultimately result in suspension and/or alternate placement.

The MHS Dress Code includes, but is not limited to, the following RESTRICTIONS: Sagging pants, boxers, briefs, thongs, or gym shorts visible above pants Sheer see-through skirts and/or shirts/blouses, or visible underwear Skirts and shorts less than a minimum 15 from the bottom of the waistband to the edge of the garments or mid thigh (finger length) Plunging V-necklines or exposed cleavage Shirts, blouses, tops less than the minimum of 3 below the waistband of pants/skirts Flip-flops/T-strap style sandals. Shoes/sandals with back straps other than flip-flops/T-strap style, Shoes/ appropriate sandals must be worn at all times during school hours Oversized "baggy" clothes, including but not limited to (shirts, pants, jackets etc.) Clothes must be no more than one size smaller or larger than a students normal size Clothing not in good condition that shows excessive wear resulting in exposing skin, for example: frayed clothing or clothing with holes and tears (including manufactured clothing with holes) Dresses, skirts and shorts shorter than mid-thigh lengths. Shorts must be a minimum of six inches above the knee (shortest). Spaghetti strap dresses or tops with less than 2 straps (exposed bra straps/bras) unless worn with an approved top over or under the garment Fishnet or other attire, which exposes the body in a sexually suggestive manner, bare midriffs, tube tops, tank tops (with less than 2 straps), or halter top, razorback tops, etc. Sleeveless shirts on males (underwear style) Leggings, tights, dance or yoga pants worn without dresses, skirts or shorts of appropriate length over them Hats and/or bandannas worn indoors. Hats may not be worn backwards or sideways Dark glasses worn indoors unless a documented health-related problem exists Pajama bottoms unless a designated school spirit day has been declared and approved by site administration Clothing and jewelry having writing, pictures, or any other insignia, which are crude, vulgar, profane, obscene, libelous, slanderous, or sexually suggestive. Clothing or jewelry that advocate racial, ethnic, or religious prejudice, or other unlawful acts, or the use of tobacco, drugs, or alcohol Backpacks or unusual haircuts that carry offensive designs or messages Any display of material or paraphernalia, which incites a disruption of the school process or creates a clear and present danger of either the commission of unlawful acts on school premises or the violation of District or school site policies or rules

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