Dress Code
The school's philosophy is that both dress and appearance should honor God and be clean, neat and modest. Our current policy is a reflection of that belief. Dress code regulations are to be observed while at school or any school day function, including field trips, unless permission is received directly from administration. All approved basic wardrobe items purchased from Mills Wear Uniform Co., with the exception of collar-less T-shirts, will be allowed (slacks, polos, jumpers, skirts, skorts, shorts), within the guidelines listed below. However, other clothing items will also be permitted as listed. Students may choose these items for their school wardrobes:
- Khaki, black or navy “Docker-style” pants. No cargo or jean style pants.
- Khaki, black or navy walking shorts, no more than 3 inches above the top of the knee. No cargo or jean style shorts.
- Secondary students are required to wear CCS logo polos from Mills. Elementary students should wear 2 or 3-button solid color polo shirts in white, light blue, navy or red, no pocket and no logo. CCS logo polos may be worn. Polos must be long, loose fitting and hang at least 3 inches below the waistband.
- On Fridays, students may wear CCS T-shirts and secondary students may wear CIF or CSAL playoff/championship/tournament T-shirts. Students may not wear any other kind of T-shirts.
- On game days, secondary athletes and cheerleaders may wear team shirts in place of polos. Standard uniform bottoms are required. A t-shirt must be worn with Tank shirts.
ADMISSION TO CLASS CAN BE DENIED for any violation of dress code. Parents will be called to bring appropriate clothing. NO EXCUSES for being out of uniform will be accepted, whether verbal or written. All listed items of dress code marked with asterisks (**) are required items or are standards that must be met.
Dress Code Regulations
PLEASE NOTE: On school days, students must remain in school attire while on campus.
Females
1. TOP - A long, loose fitting polo. Secondary students must wear CCS logo polos. Only white, light blue, navy or red solid color polos are acceptable. A shirt must be worn at all times, regardless of the type of outerwear. Long sleeved shirts may not be worn under short sleeved polos.
2. BOTTOM – Elementary students - Skirt or Jumper (Mills Wear only), Docker-style pants, shorts. Secondary students may only wear Docker-style pants or shorts. Skirts & shorts must be no higher than 3 inches above the top of the knee and may not “sag” below the knee. No oversized/baggy or skin-tight pants are allowed. Colors are limited.
3. FOOTWEAR - Elementary school girls may not wear open-toed shoes or sandals, and they must wear socks. Secondary girls may only wear sandals with back straps or shoes, and they are encouraged to wear socks.
4. HAIR - Hairstyle should reflect neatness and good grooming. No inappropriate hair styles, colors or accessories are allowed, either on- or off-campus, including extracurricular and after-school activities.
All clothing must be clean, neat, and in good condition. No frayed or unhemmed pants are allowed.
Males
1. TOP - Polo Shirt: Only white, light blue, navy or red solid color polos are acceptable. Secondary students must wear CCS logo polos. A shirt must be worn at all times regardless of the type of sweatshirt, sweater or jacket worn. Long sleeved shirts may not be worn under short sleeved polos.
2. BOTTOM - Docker-style pants or shorts. Shorts must be no higher than 3 inches above the top of the knee and may not “sag” below the knee. No oversized or bagging pants are allowed. Colors are limited to khaki, black, and navy.
3. FOOTWEAR - Elementary school boys may not wear sandals, and secondary boys are encouraged to wear socks with shoes or sandals, which must have back straps. Flip-flops, or sandals without heel straps are not acceptable.
4. HAIR - Hair must be kept neat and trimmed and moderately short, no longer than the bottom of the shirt collar. Shaved heads are not appropriate. No inappropriate hair styles, colors or accessories are allowed, either on- or off-campus, including extracurricular and after-school activities.
5. All clothing must be clean, neat, and in good condition. Excessively baggy clothing is not allowed. Belts must be tucked into belt loops. No frayed or unhemmed pants are allowed.
ACCESSORIES - Items not required but, if worn, must meet the standards listed.
1.Outerwear (jackets, sweaters, etc.) need not be purchased from Mills Wear. Sweaters, sweatshirts and jackets should have no writing or logos other than CCS, college sports teams or Christian logos.
2.Hats of any kind are not allowed inside the building for girls or boys.
Additional/Accessories:
Females - Only solid-colored tights may be worn. No Spandex pants, leggings, long underwear, or bike pants are allowed. Jewelry and makeup must not be excessive. No chains or other types of paraphernalia are permitted. Earrings only, no other visible body piercings are allowed. Tattoos or body art must be covered at all times.
Males - No earrings or other body piercings are allowed. No hats and/or ball caps may be worn in the buildings. No chains or other types of paraphernalia are permitted. Tattoos or body art must be covered at all times.
Physical Education Dress
1. Secondary students are required to wear the designated school P.E. clothes with appropriate socks and shoes. Failure to follow class guidelines will result in the lowering of the P.E. grade.
Dress Code Violation Procedures
1. Failure to abide by the dress and appearance guidelines will result in appropriate disciplinary action. Continual dress or appearance problems may result in further disciplinary action, including but not limited to: suspension, the student being put on probation, or termination of enrollment.
The responsibility for the enforcement of the above dress code and appearance rules falls upon the parents, administrators, teaching staff, office staff, and school aides
