As we make our way to the halfway point of the school year, it seems like a good time for a friendly reminder of the Meridian Academy Dress Code. Please see your Mentor for any questions or comments.
· Clothing must cover the body from the chest to below the buttocks. This includes all private and intimate parts of the body.
· All tops must cover the stomach, back, chest, and torso. Shirts that expose the shoulders must have a strap or fabric that goes over both shoulders and adheres to the other provisions of this dress code.
· The fabric covering all private parts must not be see-through.
· Pants/bottoms with rips, tears, or mesh are acceptable but shall not reveal or expose a private/intimate part of the body nor cause a safety concern (e.g., a tripping hazard because the hem of the pant leg drags on the floor).
· Hats or head coverings are permissible at the middle and high school levels. Head coverings may not cover the ears with the exception of those related to medical or religious exemptions. Hats or head coverings are prohibited at the elementary level with the exception of those related to medical or religious exemptions.
· Clothing must be suitable for all scheduled classroom activities, including physical education, science labs, career-technical, and other activities where unique hazards exist. Specialized courses may require specialized attire, such as uniforms, safety gear, footwear or accessories.
· No clothing or accessories may depict prejudice, hatred, alcohol, drugs, tobacco, pornography, or profanity, or denote gang involvement, violence, or illegal activities.
· Secondary students must wear their school-issued student ID/Access Cards and ensure that they are visible at all times.
· Personal accessories must not distract from the school and/or learning environment and not pose a safety hazard to self and/or others.
