Dress Code
New Vistas School’s dress code is grounded in respect for self, respect for others, and respect for the school’s mission and philosophy.
Needed:
- Gym shoes for Physical Education on PE days; these should be suitable for walking outdoors as well as gym activities.
- PE clothing for PE days, suitable for intense physical activity.
Restricted:
- Ear piercings and small nose studs are allowed; any other piercings are deemed unsafe or distracting and are not allowed.
- Undergarments cannot be visible.
- Shirts, sweatshirts, and sweaters can not be longer than the tip of a student’s index finger alongside his/her leg when standing.
- Shorts and skirts must be as long as the tip of a student’s index finger alongside his/her leg when standing.
- Splits in skirts, shorts, or dresses must be no shorter or higher than the length indicated in the item directly above.
- Necklines shall not reveal cleavage.
- Shirts must have sleeves.
- Clothing must be clean, free of holes, and fitted.
Not Permitted:
- Piercings deemed unsafe or distracting by any staff are not allowed.
- Caps and hats and head coverings inside (unless a documented religious mandate).