PROVIDENCE ACADEMY Uniform Policy

PROVIDENCE ACADEMY

Uniform Policy

201 5 – 201 6

3 Do not let your adorning be external—the braiding of hair and the putting on of gold jewelry, or the clothing you wear— 4 but let your adorning be the hidden person of the heart with the imperishable beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which in God's sight is very precious. (1 Peter 3:3-4).

Students attending Providence Academy are required to wear uniforms in all grades. The uniform policy allows for personal selection of preferred colors and types of garments within the boundaries set by administration. With the exception of Chapel Day and other special events, students may wear any clothing combination listed in the uniform policy.

The main objective of the uniform policy is to give priority to the development of the inner self over the outer self (1 Peter 3:3-4). We acknowledge that students have their own style of dress and the desire to dress “in style”. While a uniform policy does not include the latest fashion trends, we have attempted to bring a variety of color and style to the selection of uniform pieces in order to provide some variation of choice.

Adhering to the Providence Academy uniform policy is considered part of good conduct for each student. It is also important to realize that parents, as the primary educators of their children (Deuteronomy 6; Ephesians 6), play a key role in the area of dress code compliance. Please join us in supporting the school uniform policy by purchasing clothing items that follow the guidelines within the policy. The administration has final say on dress appropriateness. Please take time to read through the policy in its entirety to familiarize yourself with it.

Vendor Information

Families will have more flexibility when purchasing uniforms this year. Items are now available from three uniform vendors. Each vendor has provided our school with a unique school code, which will allow you to shop for clothing that has been pre- approved for our school. The websites for each vendor are customized to be in compliance with our new school policy. Our approved vendors are:

French Toast Lands’ End

For your convenience, the uniform committee has prepared a Comparison Shopping Guide that is included in the uniform policy. You will be able view items available from all three vendors, and compare prices prior to visiting their websites and making your purchase. The variations in the vendors selected make it possible for families to choose uniform pieces that best fit their household needs. Several clothing pieces require a mandatory logo, monogram, or decal.

Formal Uniform

Students of Providence Academy attend chapel once a week. On this day, students are required to wear a formal uniform. Special event dress days may be scheduled in advance by an administrator or teacher. Formal dress days will be in place for events such as visiting dignitaries, open houses, and formal field trips.

Required Chapel/Formal Attire

Beginning 2015-2016 School Year

Revised January 9, 2015

Students wear the formal uniform for weekly chapel, assemblies, and events.

Grades K-8

Girls Boys

White PP Collar Blouse (Grades K-8) or White Straight Collar Blouse (Grades 5-8 only)

*Plaid Jumper, Plaid Skirt, or Plaid Skort

White or Navy socks or tights Approved Dress/Athletic Shoes

Blouse must have monogram on collar Polo shirts are not approved for chapel day Belt

not required for pull-on pants

White Oxford Shirt w/ Logo (K - 8) Navy Blue Pants or Navy Shorts

*Plaid Tie (any style) White or Navy socks Approved Dress/Athletic Shoes

Oxford must have logo on front Polo shirts are not approved for chapel day

Belt not required for pull-on pants

*All plaid items (jumpers, skirts, skorts, and ties) and blouses/oxfords must be purchased through an approved vendor for use as the formal attire. Polo shirts may no longer be worn on chapel/formal days.

Dress Down/Spirit Day

Dressing out of uniform can be fun and allows students to express their own style. Throughout the school year students will have the opportunit y to participate in dress-down or spirit days. These events may be school-wide or limited to a particular grade depending on the event. We encourage all students to

participate in the dress-down/spirit day, and remind everyone that certain dress code guidelines must still be followed.

 Shorts and skirt lengths apply

 Sleeveless tops, spaghetti-straps, or tops that reveal skin above the pant or skirt waistline are prohibited

 Make-up and jewelr y policies are in effect  Flip Flops are not appropriate

Students are never forced to participate on dress-down day. If your student wishes not to participate they will be expected to wear their school uniform.

Outerwear

Students are expected to come to school dressed appropriately for the weather. It is the policy of Providence Academy that students may not wear shorts between Thanksgiving Day – April 1. During cold weather students may have outdoor recess and PE, and will be outdoors for carpool. Students should come prepared with appropriate coats, hats, and gloves. Students not appropriately dressed will not be allowed to

participate in outdoor recess. Students may wear snow boots or warm weather boots to school, but must change into the appropriate dress shoes or sneakers once inside the building. Outerwear coats and boots may not be worn throughout the day, with the exception of the approved fleece jacket. An exception to this rule would be a dress-down day in which spirit wear sweatshirts are allowed.

Physical Education

Motivating students to participate in physical activities in and out of the classroom is an integral part of the physical education program at Providence Academy. We believe that God has given us our bodies as a gift and we are to steward that gift well. We believe kids have active bodies and active minds, so that learning can be optimized and ultimately glorify God. Only the Upper School students will dress for PE. Below is the approved Providence Academy PE uniform.

Required PE Uniform - Upper School Only

Beginning 2015-2016 School Year

Revised January 9, 2015

Grades 6-8

Girls

Boys

*Grey T-shirt w/ Mascot *Navy Mesh Shorts w/ Mascot

Approved Athletic Shoes Approved Socks

As needed for colder weather

Grey or Navy Sweatshirt Grey or Navy Sweatshirt with Hood

Grey or Navy Sweat Pants

*Grey T-shirt w/ Mascot *Navy Mesh Shorts w/ Mascot

Approved Athletic Shoes Approved Socks

As needed for colder weather

Grey or Navy Sweatshirt Grey or Navy Sweatshirt with Hood

Grey or Navy Sweat Pants

* All PE Uniforms (shirt and shorts) must be purchased through an approved vendor and display the school mascot logo. Style and color combo of shorts/tops from prior years will not be allowed in 2015-2016.

Boys Uniform Pieces

• Chino long pants

• Navy mandatory for formal/chapel day • No cargo pants

Shorts

Grey Khaki

Navy

• Chino short pants

• Navy mandatory if shorts are worn on formal/chapel day • No cargo shorts Polo Shirt Grey Navy White Yellow

• Long or short sleeve

• Logo mandatory on all polo shirts

• Polo shirts purchased in prior years w/ school logo are approved

• Polo shirts purchased in prior years without a school logo are NOT permitted

Oxford Shirt White

Yellow

• White oxford is mandatory for formal attire/chapel day • Oxford must have the school logo

*Sweater

*Sweater Vest Navy

• V-neck pullover sweater • V-neck cardigan sweater • V-neck pullover vest

*Fleece Jacket

*Outerwear Vest Navy

• Full-Zipped School Uniform Style

• Acceptable logos: Pride Mascot or School Seal

Girls Uniform Pieces

• Plaid is the only option allowed on formal/chapel days • Khaki, navy, and plaid may be worn on non-chapel days • Available to grades K-8

New Grey Skirt Grey • Grey Skirt is only available to grades 5-8. No exceptions. • Grey skirt may only be worn on non-chapel days

Pants

Grey Khaki

Navy

• Chino long pants (No cargo pants)

• Flat front panel – non pleated pants, woven not knit fabric • Pants are optional for girls

Shorts

Grey Khaki

Navy

• Chino shorts (No cargo shorts)

• Flat front panel – non pleated pants, woven not knit fabric • Shorts are optional for girls

Polo Shirt

Grey Navy White Yellow

• Long or short sleeve

• Logo mandatory on all polo shirts

• Polo shirts purchased in prior years w/ school logo are approved

• Polo shirts purchased in prior years without a school logo are NOT permitted

Dress Blouse Peter Pan Collar

Available to K-8

White Yellow

• White blouse is mandatory for formal attire/chapel day • Blouse must have the school monogram on collar for chapel

Dress Blouse Straight Collar

Available to 5-8

White • Available to grades 5-8 as formal attire/chapel day

• Blouse must have the school monogram on collar for chapel • Blouse does not come in yellow at this time

Field Trip Shirt Gold

• Required for all students in grades K-5 only

• Upper school students will wear their Retreat Shirt or PE Shirt as directed by their teacher

*Sweater

*Sweater Vest Navy

• V-neck pullover sweater

• V-neck or Crew Neck cardigan sweater • V-neck pullover vest

*Fleece Jacket

*Outerwear Vest Navy

• Full-Zipped School Uniform Style

• Acceptable logos: Pride Mascot or School Seal

Miscellaneous Uniform Pieces

• Black socks may NOT be worn with shorts or skirts/jumpers.

Socks for PE Upper

School Only Navy

White

• Ankle • Crew

• Elite (school colors only) under uniform long pants.

Elite socks may only be worn with PE shorts; they may not be worn with school uniform shorts.

Dress Shoes

Black Brown Navy (girls)

• Non-scuffing

• See attachment for examples • Navy shoes for girls only

Athletic Shoes* Black White

• Trim on the athletic shoes must be black, white, or navy • Laces must match or be the same color of the shoe • See attachment for examples

Belts

Black Brown

Navy Plaid

• Required to be worn with pants and shorts that have belt loops • Can be purchased through approved vendor or other retail store • Plaid must be purchased through approved vendor only

Leggings Bike Shorts Under dress briefs

Navy White

• Leggings must be ankle length • Capris length leggings not permitted • Can be purchased at any retail store

• Girls are encouraged to wear some type of under-dress briefs or bike shorts with jumpers and skirts. Bike shorts should not be longer than the jumper or skirt. Hair Accessories Grey Navy Plaid White Yellow

• Must match school colors

• Can be purchased through approved vendors or non-approved vendors

General Appearance Policy

for All Students

2015-2016 School Year

Revised January 9, 2015

• Hair is to be neat and clean, with no artificial coloring.

• No hair adornment is allowed, including beading, wraps, bandanas, or hats.

• Hair must be short enough not to fall below the collar-line in the back (boys), or below the eyebrows in the front.

• Hair bands, barrettes, and hair bows must match school colors

• Jewelry accessories must blend with the uniform style and not call attention to it. • Boys are not permitted to wear earrings.

• Rings are permitted but should be minimal.

• Students are not permitted to wear any kind of makeup. • Girls may only wear clear or natural-colored nail polish. • Shirts must be tucked in at all times (except Banded Polo) • Belts must be worn with any pant/short with belt loops

• Shorts and skirts must be no more than 3 inches above the knee

• Hats and sunglasses may not be worn in the classrooms unless instructed to do so by teachers (i.e. class assignment, school program)

Disciplinary Action for Dress Code Violations

Revised January 9, 2015

First & Second Violations  Parents notified and violation will be tracked by teacher _{ Violation will be corrected at school if possible}

Third & Fourth Violations

 Violation will be tracked by teacher AND

 Student will be sent to office and a parent/guardian will be contacted to bring in proper uniform pieces if violation cannot be corrected at school.

Fifth Violation

 Violation will be tracked by teacher AND

 Student will be sent to office and a parent/guardian will be contacted to bring in proper uniform pieces AND  Lunch Detention

Mandatory Uniform Pieces

Girls

Boys

(1) White Blouse w Monogram (PP Collar) (1) Plaid Jumper, Plaid Skirt, or Plaid Skort

(1) Pair White or Navy socks or tights (1) Pair of Approved Dress or Athletic Shoes

(1) Yellow Field Trip Shirt (Grades K-5 only)

(1) White Oxford Shirt w/ Logo (K - 8) (1) Navy Pants and/or Navy Shorts (1)

Pair White or Navy socks

(1) Pair of Approved Dress or Athletic Shoes (1) Yellow Field Trip Shirt (Grades K-5 only)

(1) Plaid Tie (any style)

Girls

Boys

Grades 5-8

(1) White Blouse w Monogram (PP or Straight Collar) (1) Plaid Jumper, Plaid Skirt, or Plaid Skort

(1) White or Navy socks or tights (1) Pair of Approved Dress or Athletic Shoes

(1) Yellow Field Trip Shirt (Grades K-5 only)

(1) PE Uniform (Grades 6-8) (1) Pair of Athletic Socks (Grades 6-8)

(1) Retreat Shirt (Grades 6-8)

(1) White Oxford Shirt w/ Logo (K - 8) (1) Navy Pants and/or Navy Shorts (1)

Pair White or Navy socks

(1) Pair of Approved Dress or Athletic Shoes (1) Yellow Field Trip Shirt (Grades K-5 only)

(1) Plaid Tie (any style) (1) PE Uniform (Grades 6-8) (1) Pair of Athletic Socks (Grades 6-8)

(1) Retreat Shirt (Grades 6-8)

Field Trip shirt will not change for 2015-2016.

Retreat Shirt or PE Shirt for grades 6-8 will serve as their field trip shirt in 2015-2016. Pants/Shorts without belt loops do not require belt

Uniforms at a Glance

For your convenience we have included photos of

some of the approved clothing for the 2015-2016

school year.

Physical Education

Grades 6-8

Dress Shoes and Athletic Wear

Only black, white, or navy trim will be allowed on the athletic shoes and oxfords. No other colors are permitted. Shoe laces in colors other than that of an approved shoe will not be allowed (i.e. fluorescent laces).

Field Trip Shirt

Additional Uniform Pieces

Polo Shirts for Him and Her (Available in long and short sleeve) Colors Available: Grey, Yellow, Navy, and White

Pants for Her (Also available in shorts) Colors Available: Navy, Khaki and Grey

Pants for Him

(Also available in shorts)

Additional Uniform Pieces

Peter Pan Collar Blouses Available in White and Yellow.

White is available from French Toast and Lands’ End. Yellow is only available from French Toast at this time.

Monogram collar required.

Long Sleeve not available from Lands’ End.

White Short Sleeve Woven Stretch Blouse Available to Upper School Only Available

from French Toast and Lands’ End. Monogram collar required.

Boys Oxford Shirt

Available in White and Yellow. Long and Short Sleeve. Logo required. Yellow not available from Lands’

Additional Uniform Pieces

Full Zip Fleece Jacket Available in Navy French Toast, and Lands’ End

Cardigan Sweater Available in Navy from French Toast, and Lands’ End

V-Neck Sweater Vest Available in Navy from French Toast, and Lands’ End

V-Neck Sweater Available in Navy from

Additional Uniform Pieces

NEW! Kick Pleat Skirt Available in Navy and Khaki from French

Toast

NEW! Side Buckle Skirt Available in Navy and Khaki from

French Toast

Box Pleat Skirt

Available in Navy and Khaki from Lands’ End Grades K-8

NEW! Box Pleat Skirt Available in Grey from Lands’ End Grades 5-8

only

NEW! 2 - Side Pleat Skort Available only in Plaid from Lands’ End

Additional Uniform Pieces

Jumper with drop waist and kick pleats. Available in Plaid, Navy, and Khaki from Lands’ End

A-Line Skirt. Available in Navy and Khaki from Lands’

Sample Footwear Vendors

All Grades 2015-2016 School Year

All White or All Black Shoes

www.footlocker.com

www.zappos.com

www.shoebuy.com

www.famousfootwear.com

www.striderite.com

shop.nordstrom.com

www.sears.com

www.payless.com

www.champssports.com

Navy or Brown Shoes

www.striderite.com

www.landsend.com

www.frenchtoast.com

www.jcpenney.com

www.payless.com

www.target.com

www.kohls.com

www.macys.com

www.shoebuy.com

Shop.nordstrom.com

COMPARISON SHOPPING GUIDE

Lands' End

French Toast

Code: 900157603 Code: QS5MXDT

www.landsend.com www.frenchtoast.com

Girl Uniform Items

Jumpers

Plaid Jumper - (School Plaid) $ 42.00 not available

Solid Jumper (Navy and Khaki) $ 37.00 not available

Skorts

Plaid Side Pleat Skort - (School Plaid) $ 40.00 not available

Plaid 2 Pleat Front Skort - (Plaid Only) not available not available

Solid 2 Pleat Front Skort - (Khaki and Navy) not available not available

Solid Kick Pleat Skooter Skort - (Khaki and Navy) not available $ 12.98

Solid Two Tab Scooter - (Khaki and Navy) not available $ 8.98

Skirts

Solid A-Line - (Khaki and Navy) $ 35.00 not available

Solid 2 Pleat Front - (Khaki and Navy) not available not available

Solid Front Pleated with Tabs - (Khaki and Navy) not available $ 11.98

Solid Box Pleat - (Grey, Khaki, Navy) (Top of Knee) Grey allowed only for Grades 5-8 $ 35.00 not available

Solid Box Pleat - (Grey, Navy) (Below the Knee) Grey allowed only for Grades 5-8 $ 35.00 not available

Polos

SS Polo Shirt Banded Bottom (navy, white, *yellow) $ 20.00 not available

LS Polo Shirt Banded Bottom (navy, white, *yellow) not available not available

SS Polo Shirt Mesh (navy, grey, white, *yellow) $ 18.00 $ 9.98

LS Polo Shirt Mesh (navy, grey, white, *yellow) $ 22.00 $ 11.98

Lands' End French Toast

Code: 900157603 Code: QS5MXDT

www.landsend.com www.frenchtoast.com

Blouses

SS Blouse PP Broadcloth - (White, *Yellow) $ 20.00 $ 9.98

LS Blouse PP Broadcloth - (White, Yellow) not available $ 10.98

SS Blouse Straight Collar - White (Upper School Only) $ 20.00 $ 10.98

LS Blouse Straight Collar - White (Upper School Only) $ 25.00 $ 11.98

SS Blouse PP Knit - White $ 20.00 not available

LS Blouse PP Knit - White $ 25.00 not available

*Yellow is not available through Lands’ End

Sweaters/Vests

V-Neck Sweater Vest (Acrylic and/or Cotton) $ 27.00 $11.98 - $16.98

V-Neck Pullover Sweater (Acrylic and/or Cotton) $ 30.00 not available

Navy Cardigan Anti-Pill Acrylic not available $16.98 - $25.98

Navy Cardigan Fine-Gauge (100% Cotton) $ 30.00 $14.98 - $18.98

Pants/Shorts

Shorts - Plain Front Chino (Khaki, navy, grey) $ 27.00 $ 13.98

Pants - Plain Front Chino (Khaki, navy, grey) $ 30.00 $ 15.98

Shorts - Pull On/Elastic Waist (khaki, navy, grey) $ 27.00 $9.98 (Sizes 2T-4T only)

Pants - Pull On/Elastic Waist (khaki, navy, grey) $ 30.00 $11.98 (Sizes 2T-4T Only)

Prices listed above are for Youth sizes. Slim, Husky, Plus, Junior and Adult sizes may be higher. Some items are available in Youth Plus and Junior Plus sizes. Visit vendor websites for more information. Prices listed above are retail prices and do not reflect any sales by vendors.

Vendors charge for the required logo and monogramming. Not all item colors/styles are available from each vendor.

COMPARISON SHOPPING GUIDE

Lands' End

French Toast

School Code: 900157603 School Code: QS5MXDT

www.landsend.com www.frenchtoast.com

Boy Uniform Items

Ties

Plaid Tie (Breakaway, Clip On, Hand Tie Style) not available not available

Dress Shirts/Polos

SS Oxford Shirt - (white, *yellow) $ 22.00 $ 12.98

LS Oxford Shirt - (white, *yellow) $ 27.00 $ 13.98

SS Polo Shirt Mesh (navy, grey, white, *yellow) $ 18.00 $ 10.98

LS Polo Shirt Mesh (navy, grey, white, *yellow) $ 22.00 $ 11.98

*Yellow is no longer available for new orders through Lands’ End)

Sweaters/Vests

Navy V-Neck Pullover Sweater $ 30.00 not available

Navy V-Neck Cardigan Sweater $ 25.00 $ 17.98

Navy V-Neck Pullover Vest $ 27.00 $ 13.98

Pants/Shorts

Shorts - Plain Front Chino (Khaki and Navy) $ 27.00 $ 13.98

Shorts - Plain Front Chino (Grey) not available $ 13.98

Shorts - Pull On (Khaki and Navy) not available $9.98 (Toddler Only)

Pants - Plain Front Chino (Khaki and Navy) $ 30.00 $ 15.98

Pants - Plain Front Chino (Grey) not available $ 15.98

Pants - Pull On (Khaki and Navy) not available $ 14.98

Pants - Pull On (Grey) not available $11.98 (Toddler Only)

Prices listed above are for Youth sizes. Slim, Husky, Plus, Junior and Adult sizes may be higher. Some items are available in Youth Plus and Junior Plus sizes. Visit vendor websites for more information. Prices listed above are retail prices and do not reflect any sales by vendors.

Vendors charge for the required logo and monogramming. Not all item colors are available from each vendor.

COMPARISON SHOPPING GUIDE

Lands' End

French Toast

School Code: 900157603 School Code: QS5MXDT

www.landsend.com www.frenchtoast.com

Girl and Boy Uniform Items

Required Field Trip Shirt/PE Uniforms

**Pride Field Trip Shirt (Mandatory for grades K-5)

$

10.00

Pride Grey PE Shirt (Mandatory for grades 6-8)

$

10.00

Pride Navy Mesh Gym Short (Mandatory for grades 6-8)

$

13.00

Optional Accessories for PE

Sweatshirt (Grey or Navy)

$

20.00

$

10.98

Sweat Pant (Grey or Navy)

$

20.00

$

12.98

Hooded Sweatshirt (Grey or Navy)

$

25.00

Fleece Jacket (Navy)

$

35.00

$

21.98

**Upper School students will wear their Retreat or PE shirt in lieu of the Field Trip shirt as instructed by their teacher. Prices listed above are for Youth sizes. Slim, Husky, Plus, Junior and Adult sizes may be higher.

Some items are available in Youth Plus and Junior Plus sizes. Visit vendor websites for more information. Prices listed above are retail prices and do not reflect any sales by vendors.