Esd Uniform Policy
ESD UNIFORM POLICY
2012-2013
Students are to wear the school uniform correctly throughout the school day. The School strongly encourages students to label all appropriate uniform items to aid students in finding lost items. Students who are constantly consistently out of uniform will be denied admission to class and subject to disciplinary probation or suspension. Parker Uniforms is the official uniform provider of our school uniforms. Culwell & Sons is an alternate source for boys’ uniforms.
Applies to All Students
White Shirt Oxford button-down; tucked in and appropriately sized with all but the top button buttoned (long-sleeved shirts must remain buttoned at wrist). Shirts may not be stained, drawn on, missing buttons, or torn.
Undershirt Solid white crewneck without logos or printing; short-sleeved only under short-sleeved shirt.
Socks Solid white sock –small logo acceptable (no Nike Elites or similar); sock must completely cover the ankle bone at all times (ankle socks not permitted); navy socks –small logo on formal dress days; navy socks are permitted on regular and formal dress days.
Navy Blazer Worn on Wednesdays and all other formal uniform days. A blazer is not necessary 1st and 4th quarter due to the hot weather, except for special events. Blazers should fit and be in good condition.
Navy Sweater Cardigan, pullover, crew, or V-neck; without logo (monogram permitted); regular or formal dress.
Navy Sweatshirt or Fleece Sweatshirt or Fleece (ESD logo or no logo), solid navy only; regular dress days.
Headwear and Accessories Bandanas, stocking caps, large flowers, and hats are not permitted during the school day. Bows and headbands must be uniform color. Bows can be no larger than four inches. No additional items may be worn in the hair.
Coatsand Scarves Worn to and from school; uniform sweater, fleece, or sweatshirt worn in school. Exception: if the temperature is below 40 degrees or it is raining, students may wear coats or jackets to and from class.
Jewelry Appropriate, simple, not excessive, long, large, messy, or distracting; heavy chains, long chains, chokers, large earrings, and body-piercing jewelry not allowed, with the exception of pierced-ear jewelry for girls.
Gym/Athletics Two navy gym shorts; two gray ESD gym T-Shirts; one set gray sweats - top & bottom; one pair athletic shoes. Athletic clothes may be purchased in the Eagle’s Nest.
Applies to Girls
Skirt Navy green-gold plaid.Approximate knee length (less than 4 inches above the top of the knee in the front
and less than 4 inches above the crease of the knee in the back).
Skort Navy green-gold plaid or solid navy; no more than 4” above the crease in the back of the knee; not allowed on formal dress days.
Navy Tights No sweat pants or long underwear under skirt. Tights must be in good condition without rips or holes. No logos on tights.
Shoes Solid brown or black DRESS shoes (no two-toned shoes), white & navy or white & black saddle oxfords; good condition with enclosed toe and heel; heel may not exceed 1.5” in height measured from the back; platform shoes and clogs not allowed. Shoes may not be drawn on, ripped, torn, or stepped down. Slippers and moccasins are not allowed. Shoes may not be fuzzy inside and should have a sole. Shoes must remain tied with entire foot in the shoe throughout the day.
Hair Clean, well groomed; not bleached or dyed an unnatural color.
Make-up 7th & 8th grades – appropriate, simple; not excessive or distracting; 5th & 6th grades – may not wear make-up; nail polish allowed.
Applies to Boys
Belt Solidbrown or black belt to be worn at all times with shorts or pants; no large or distracting belt buckles.
Gray Slacks Plain or pleated; in good condition - no rips or holes; low-riding pants not allowed.
Gray Shorts Dress shorts; knee length; in good condition-no rips or holes; not on formal dress days; low-riding pants not allowed.
Shoes Solid brown or black DRESS shoes (no two-toned shoes; dark soles only); good condition with enclosed toe and heel. Shoes may not be drawn on, ripped, torn, or stepped down. Slippers and moccasins are not allowed. Shoes may not be fuzzy inside and should have a sole. Shoes must remain tied with entire foot in the shoe throughout the day.
Tie ESD School tie (top button of oxford shirt must remain buttoned at all times); worn tied securely on formal dress days.
Hair Clean, well groomed - hair may not fall in the eyes; not bleached or dyed an unnatural color; worn in ponytail if length warrants it; facial hair not permitted.
Casual Dress or Spirit Days
On approved casual dress or spirit days, students may wear casual, modest attire. Good taste and discretion should be used in the choice of clothing. T-shirts may not have inappropriate logos. Shorts, dresses, and skirts should be the regulation length (four inches above the back of the knee). Tops should cover the entire middle torso, shoulder to waist. Tank tops must be two fingers in width and bare midriffs are not allowed. Leggings are not allowed. Hats may not be worn in inside unless the spirit theme calls for them. Students dressed inappropriately will be asked to change or sent home.