DRESS CODE

Learning for life is a very important part of the educational philsophy of Valenica High School. We believe that all students are preparing themselves for a vocation after high school. Some students will enter that vocation directly after graduationg high school; others will seek post-secondary programs to further prepare themselves. Dressing appropriately is part of that education.

The dress code was designed with the following in mind:

• Valencia High School is a place of business. Many students will interact with local businesses and begin the transition to a vocation. Students should dress as if at work.
• Valencia High School must be a safe and effective school so that all students have an opportunity to learn.

The following should help in the selection of school clothing and accessories.

Clothing should not appear gang related nor depict inappropriate subjects or activites.

• Known gang styles, accessories, symbols, and clothing modifications are prohibited.
• Clothing graphics which depict anti-social behavior, controlled substances, alcholic beverages, violence, sexual activites, or glorify gangs are prohibited.
• Belts and buckles must be without initials or any form of inappropriate symbols or words.
• Chains for wallets, watches, etc. may not be brought to campus.
• Pajamas, bedroom slippers, bath robes, etc. may not be worn at school.

Clothing shall be properly sized.

• Pants must be able to stay up without the use of a belt or suspenders.
• Pants may have a relaxed fit but may not be baggy and must be hemmed.

Clothing shall be worn in a manner appropriate for school.

• Sagging of clothing is prohibited.
• Tops of pants must be worn at the waist.
• Clothing should cover underwear.
• Bottom of pants may not touch the ground.
• Shorts must be hemmed.
• Clothing shall not be immodest.
• Crop tops, short shorts, low cut blouses, tube tops, muscle shirts, or backless tops are not appropriate at school.
• Tops and pants should not expose the naval.

Students not dressed appropriately will have inappropiate clothing confiscated and be given clothes to wear at school that day.