Dress Code
ORTIZ MIDDLE SCHOOL DRESS
FOR SUCCESS DRESS CODE
Uniforms are required for all students at Ortiz Middle
School. The uniform must fit the student properly, not to exceed one (1)
size above the correct size. Baggy or sagging pants and oversized shirts
must be tucked in completely around the waist at all times while on
campus. A student may not be admitted into class if his/her uniform is
out of compliance. If there is a difference of opinion as to the
appropriateness of dress and groooming, the final determination will be
the judgement of the campus administration.
STANDARD UNIFORM POLICY
IDENTIFICATION
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Student identification cards will be issued to the
students at the beginning of the school year. |
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must be worn with the lanyard provided. |
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The ID must be worn around the student’s neck at all
times while on campus. |
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The first badge is free. There will be a $5 charge
for a replacement ID and $1 for the lanyard. |
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A temporary ID may be purchased in the event the
student leaves his/her ID at home. Each temporary ID is valid for one
(1) school day. |
SHIRTS
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6th Grade students will wear a solid red polo style
shirt. |
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7th Grade students will wear a solid white polo style
shirt. |
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8th Grade students will wear a solid navy blue polo
style shirt. |
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The shirts must have a collar. |
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Shirts must be long enough to tuck in at all times.
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If an undershirt is worn, it must be solid white.
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Appropriate school organization t-shirts are
permitted, with prior administrative approval. |
PANTS/SHORTS/SKIRTS
All bottoms should be khaki or
navy blue cotton or polyester. Blue jeans are not permitted unless
principal approval has been given. Shorts and skirts are to be
knee-length. Shorter
shorts or skirts are not
permitted. A belt must be worn with all pants, shorts, and skirts if belt
loops are present on the clothing. Large metal belts are NOT allowed
(i.e. name plate belts). Pants must be worn at the waist, not on the hips
or bottoms.
SHOES
Footwear must be worn at all
times. Tennis shoes are the only shoes allowed. All tennis shoes must
have laces to tie and must have a back to them. Tennis shoes must be
solid black or white in color; all others are not permitted. Shoelaces
must be black or white. Tennis shoes must be properly tied at all times.
JACKETS/SWEATERS
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No pull over sweaters.
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Only jackets/sweaters with
zippers or button down fronts are allowed. |
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All outerwear is to be
unzipped or unbuttoned at all times while on campus. |
INAPPROPRIATE SCHOOL ATTIRE
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Walking
shorts/skirts/skorts/jumpers that are not knee-length
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Oversized flare legged,
oversized bell bottoms, hip huggers, or overalls of any kind
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Spandex or Lycra tops
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Suspenders
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Clothing that allows under
garments to be visible |
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Clothing referring to drugs,
violence, tobacco, or with inappropriate language may not be worn and/or
gang related graphics or images |
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Caps, hats, or headwear may
not be worn on campus. This includes bandanas and du-rags.
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No body piercing is allowed
other than on the earlobes. |
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Wallet chains and large belt
buckles are not allowed. |
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Jewelry: No large emblems,
chains, or medallions may be worn. |
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No cargo pants
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Teeth Grills of any kind are
not permissible. |
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No flip-flops
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No boots, high heels,
sandals, and open toed shoes |
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