Dress Code Guidelines
Upper School
2020-2021
General Appearance Guidelines
Below are the general guidelines for appearance at Maranatha. Staff and administration reserve the right to make the determination if a student is within dress code standards.
• No body piercings of any type, except girls with pierced ears.
• No visible tattoos.
• No coats or jackets are to be worn unless it is MCA Wear or a sport coat/blazer.
• No hats, caps, or sunglasses while in school halls and classrooms.
• No unnaturally colored hair or distracting hair accessories.
• No tank tops, unless used as an undershirt.
• No neon colored clothing items.
• No ill fitting clothing, pants must be at appropriate waist level.
• Neatness, cleanliness, and modesty should be observed at all times.
• Tailed shirts must be tucked in.
• Belts must be worn when belt loops on pants are exposed.
Girl Specific
• Skirts must be knee length or longer for bare legs. Skirts may be four finger widths above the knees if accompanied by opaque (dark colored) tights or leggings.
• Blouses and tops must fit appropriately. Tight-fitting tops are not to be worn.
• Ties are not allowed.
Boy Specific
• All ties must be of modest print and worn in the appropriate manner.
• Hair must be neatly kept, hair accessories are not acceptable.
• Neatly trimmed facial hair is allowed.
• Nails are not to be painted.
• Makeup of any kind is not acceptable.
Accepted Colors
Pants and Shorts
• Navy Blue
• Black
• Khaki
• Tan
• Grey Skirts
• Navy Blue
• Black
• Khaki
• Tan
• Grey
• Denim
Dress Shirts, Polo Shirts, Undershirts, Sweatshirts, and Sweaters
• Black
• White
• Shades of gray
• Shades of blue
• Shades of red
• Shades of green
• Shades of pink
• Shades of yellow
• Shades of purple
• Shades of brown
*Orange is not a shade of red or yellow and is considered out of dress code.
Shoes and Sandals
• Any color and pattern
(must not be distracting or inappropriate)
Belts
• Brown
• Black
Ties and Socks
• Any color and pattern
(must not be distracting or inappropriate)
Masks
• Any color and pattern
(must not be distracting or inappropriate)
Colors are to be of a single, solid and consistent color. Heathered, color blocked and items with contrasting colored trim are not allowed. No neon colors in any shade.
Pants and Shorts
• Traditional/classic style (cotton twill, chino, dress pants, etc.).
• Capri pants are acceptable for girls only.
• Flaps on outside pockets are acceptable as well as patch pockets.
• Black and gray, solid colored, denim is allowed.
• NO velvet, velour, or spandex fabrics.
• NO leggings, jeggings, or yoga styled pants.
• NO cargo or painters style.
• NO sweatpant-like joggers or shorts.
• NO frayed or torn hems or holes.
• NO shorts shorter than 4” above the knee.
• NO blue jeans.
• NO mini skirts.
• NO cargo, zipper pockets, or drawstring waists.
• NO lace, ruffles, etc.
• NO velvet, velour, or spandex fabrics.
• NO ill fitting items, must be modest.
• NO skorts.
Skirts
• Full, A-line, midi, straight, plain, or pleated.
• Flaps on pockets are acceptable.
• Minimal length: hits at the top of the knee.
• May be worn no shorter than four fingers widths above the knee, only if worn with opaque/solid tights or leggings.
Dress Shirts
• Classic: short or long sleeved oxford or denim with hard collar.
• Boys’ dress shirts must be tucked in at all times.
• Girls’ modest fitting, contoured dress shirts may be untucked.
• Logos 2” or under and singular are acceptable.
• NO fabric with a pattern or design.
• NO tight fitting shirts.
• NO lace, ruffles, trim, or scalloped edges.
• NO exposed stomach or back, even if bending or reaching.
• NO undershirts with visible print, contrasting trim or unapproved colors.
Polo Shirts
• Solid colored, short or long sleeve, can be worn untucked.
• Must be long enough to cover the belt.
• Logos 2” or under and singular are acceptable.
• Moisture wicking material is acceptable.
• NO exposed midriff or back, even if bending or reaching.
• NO tight-fitting polos.
• NO lace, ruffles, trim or scalloped edges anywhere on polo.
• NO contrasting trim on shirt.
• NO pattern or design in the material.
T-shirts
• Traditional: worn for layering only.
• Solid in color, only approved colors acceptable.
• Long sleeve T-shirts may only be worn under long sleeved shirts.
• Tank tops are acceptable as undershirts.
• NO visible oversized logos, graphics, or lettering.
• NO thermal or waffle fabric.
• NO long sleeve T-shirts under short sleeved shirts, including polos.
• NO lace, ruffles, trim or scalloped edges.
• NO contrasting trim on shirt.
• NO pattern or design in the material.
Sweatshirts and Sweaters
• Solid colored, crewneck, V-neck, hooded, zippered or buttoned cardigan and vest.
• Logos 2” or under and singular are acceptable.
• Solid colored T-shirt must be worn under full zip or button down items.
• Unaltered Maranatha Wear sweatshirts and jackets are acceptable.
• NO exposed midriff or back, even if bending or reaching.
• NO thermal or waffle fabric.
• NO pattern or design in the material, unless wearing approved Maranatha Wear.
• NO wearing hoods during school day.
Shoes and Sandals
• Athletic shoes, boots, or sandals of any color(s) are acceptable.
• Logos of any size are acceptable.
• Ugg-styled boots are acceptable.
• Items should be in appropriate condition for school environment.
• NO athletic slides or flip-flop sandals.
• NO slippers.
• NO winter boots.
• NO excessive heels or platforms.
• NO shoe lace holes without laces in them.
• NO holes, stains, or other excessive damage.
