Dress Code
Dallas Lutheran School perceives education as a formal activity and has, therefore, adopted a conservative approach to the type of clothing appropriate for school dress. As we work and interact at Dallas Lutheran, it is our desire to place our attention on the “inner-workings” of people rather than their outward appearance. Therefore, the dress code of Dallas Lutheran minimizes the focus on fashion issues and moves students to a degree of conformity. Basically, school clothes should do the following:- Reflect modesty (which includes buttoning shirts at the second button)
- Be neat and clean
- Convey a “dressed up” appearance
Hair Length and styles follow various fads or trends. Here also, we will be conservative. Specific hairstyles that follow passing fads will be decided upon as they arise. However, the following guidelines will be followed:
- No dying or bleaching of hair beyond a natural color that is deemed distracting
- No facial hair for boys
- Boys’ hair should not fall below the top of the ear or over the top of the collar
- Hair should not be lower than eyebrow level in front
- No shaving of any part of the head beyond what would be considered part of a “traditional” haircut (i.e., a flattop is acceptable)
- No extreme contrasts in hair length between the side and top of the head.
Body piercing (beyond ear piercing for girls) and tattoos are unacceptable “accessories” for DLS students. Writing on skin is not permitted.
We reserve the right to decide what is appropriate dress and which hairstyles are appropriate for Dallas Lutheran students. We recommend that a student and parent consult the Principal before wearing a hairstyle that may be questionable. (Pictures can be helpful in the decision-making process.)
Parents of students in grades 7-11 will be required to make clothing purchases from Parker Uniform.
Parker Uniforms = www.parkersu.com School ID Code = DA022125
STUDENTS DO NOT HAVE TO PURCHASE ALL ITEMS LISTED. DLS sweatshirts are available for purchase in the fall at the school. ONLY an official sweatshirt may be worn with the uniform in place of a sweater.
STUDENTS ARE ADVISED THAT THE DRESS CODE IS IN EFFECT WHILE THEY ARE ON CAMPUS. When an activity warrants changing (for example: painting scenery for a play, working on the fields, etc.) the student will be given permission for appropriate changes. THE DRESS CODE IS IN EFFECT UNTIL STUDENTS LEAVE CAMPUS unless they are involved in school-sponsored extracurricular activities. For a school sponsored off-campus activity, SENIOR DRESS CODE is to be followed if the Parker requirement is waived.
Students should listen carefully to announcements made when special dress days (i.e., “jeans day”) are planned. If a student chooses not to dress according to the plan of a special day, the regular school dress (coordinated separates) is to be worn.
GIRLS’ DRESS CODE
COORDINATED SEPARATES: Parker Uniforms has the approved list or get a list from the school office. All items are not required.SHOES: Top-siders, loafers, saddle shoes, traditional close-toed dress shoes, boots (western only), tennis shoes. All shoes with laces must be tied. (NO flip-flops)
SHORTS & SKIRT LENGTH: no higher than 3 inches from the floor when kneeling. Unzipped/unbuttoned rolled down skirts are not allowed.
NOTE: Appropriate undergarments are required. Tight fitting or oversized clothing (including shoes) is unacceptable. Shirts/blouses are to be tucked in at all times. Over the knee “thigh-highs”, fish nets, etc. are not acceptable. Students wearing T-shirts under uniform shirts are permitted to wear only plain white T-shirts.
- Only short sleeve t-shirts are permitted under short sleeve shirts.
- Writing or coloring on clothing/shoes with pens or pencils is not permitted.
BOYS’ DRESS CODE
COORDINATED SEPARATES: Parker Uniform has the approved list or get a list from the school office. All items are not required.SHOES: Topsiders, loafers, saddle shoes, low ankle traditional close-toed dress shoes or western boots, tennis shoes. All shoes with laces must be tied. (NO flip flops)
NOTE: Oversized clothing (including shoes) is unacceptable, belts must be worn. Pants must be worn at waist level. Shirts are to be tucked in at all times. Students wearing T-shirts under uniform shirts are permitted to wear only plain white T-shirts.
- Only short sleeve t-shirts are permitted under short sleeve shirts.
- Writing or coloring on clothing/shoes with pens or pencils is not permitted.
SENIORS’ DRESS CODE
Seniors have the option of following the 7th-11th grade guidelines (purchasing clothing from Parker) or wearing “business casual” clothing, as long as the styles are identical to those in the dress code for grades 7-11. (Example: a button down collar shirt that is flowered or multicolored striped would be an acceptable alternative to an oxford shirt.) Seniors are expected to take this option seriously and purchase clothing within the guidelines. See Senior Guidelines. The Principal has the final authority. Check first if you have questions about an article of clothing.
SENIOR DRESS CODE GUIDELINES 2007
Seniors will adhere to a “business casual” dress code, full time 5 days a week. No non-DLS sweatshirts or outerwear with logos or writing may be worn during the school day. Girls may wear small hoodie-style jackets that are not athletic in style. Blazers and suit style jackets are acceptable as part of an outfit with an appropriate shirt.CONSEQUENCES Any violation of the “business casual” dress code will result in a 2 hour Saturday detention (1st offense), ISS (2nd offense), parent/administrator meeting and student will be put back in to Parker dress (3rd offense).
BUSINESS CASUAL will include Parker style clothing guided by the following: Boys: Khaki, Navy, Black, Brown or Grey Parker style pants; no pockets on legs, no corduroy, no frayed hems or holes; no cargo pants. Parker style shorts in Khaki, Navy, Black, Brown or Grey; no cargo shorts. Collared shirt, either button up or polo style; any color or pattern; no writing other than DLS logo’s; all shirts must be tucked in. Sweaters may be worn with a collared shirt underneath if it is v-neck style. Belt Shoes – no flip-flops, sandals, or open toed shoes, shoes with laces must be tied.
Girls: Khaki, Navy, Black, Brown or Grey slacks; no Capri, no corduroy, No frayed hems or holes; no cargo pants. Parker style shorts in Khaki, Navy, Black, Brown or Grey; no cargos; 3 inch rule. Collared shirt/blouse, any color or pattern; must have sleeves; no writing other then DLS logo’s; shirts/blouses must be tucked in. Skirt; no higher than 3 inches from the floor when kneeling Dress; must have sleeves and fit 3 inch rule Sweaters may be worn with a collared shirt underneath if v-neck style. Mid-style tops or mid-style sweaters may not be worn. Shoes – no flip-flops/open sandal style flat shoes. Open toed shoes must be dress style and not resemble tennis shoes or flat casual sandals in any way; shoes with laces must be tied. Clothing is to be modest in fit and not overly tight.