Dress Code

A safe and disciplined learning environment is essential to a quality educational program. District-wide standards on student attire are intended to encourage school pride and unity, and thereby help students concentrate on schoolwork, reduce discipline problems, and improve school order and safety. The Board recognizes that students have a right to express themselves through dress and personal appearance; however, students shall not wear apparel that is deemed disruptive or potentially disruptive to the classroom, to the educational process, to the environment or to the maintenance of a safe and orderly school, that presents health or safety concerns, or that contains lettering or symbols that are obscene or profane. Any student deemed in violation of the student dress code shall be required to change into appropriate clothing or make arrangements to have appropriate clothing brought to school immediately. In this case, there shall be no further penalty. This dress code has been reviewed by and is supported by the Council of Student Representatives.

District 6 Non-Negotiable Universal Dress Code

Any clothing item or accessory that causes a disruption to school safety, personal safety, and/or the learning environment may result in discretionary intervention by school administrators.
Tattoos, clothing, or accessories that display drugs, including any marijuana reference, sexual innuendos, inappropriate language, alcohol, tobacco products, violence, weapons, or gang connotations are not permitted. Tattoos displaying any of these must be covered at all times.
No hats permitted inside of the school building during the school day. If "hoodies" are worn, the hood may not be worn inside of the school (Religious headwear exceptions).
Sunglasses or dark glasses, absent a verified medical condition, are not to be worn or displayed inside of the school building.
Trench coats are not permitted anywhere on school property.
Soled shoes or sandals must be worn at all times. For example, no "bedroom" slippers or similar footwear.
Exposed undergarments, inappropriate, sheer, tight, or low cut clothing that bare or expose traditionally private parts of the body including, but not limited to, the stomach, buttocks, back, breasts, or cleavage are not permitted.
No shaved or notched eyebrows (Absent a verified medical condition).
No red or blue unnatural hair color, belts, or shoelaces.
No clothing or belt buckles that display the numbers 13, 14, 18, 31, 41, or 81.
No solid red or solid blue shirts other than designated school uniforms.
No red or blue "Dickies" or "Southpole" brand pants, shorts, or shirts.
No red or blue bandana or any color bandana that is draped on clothing or hanging out of a pocket.

Exceptions

Dress Code Expectations Specific to Greeley West High School

The Greeley West High School community believes that high school is a time for students to practice business skills that are necessary to be successful upon graduation. Attending Greeley West is the student’s primary profession at this time, and as such, all students are expected to dress in a professional manner. Determining the appropriateness of a student’s attire is a judgment call reserved for the Greeley West administration and staff. Students wearing clothing deemed to be inappropriate for the work place will be asked to make adjustments to their attire. School consequences may be imposed for violations of the dress code. Please visit with a school administrator if you have any questions about the dress code and expectations for appropriate attire at school.