Student Dress/Appearance Code

At Valley Christian, we believe that there is a direct relationship between performance and appearance.

We are ambassadors of Christ and should give the appearance of neatness and cleanliness. We realize that fashions change month by month and that a list of specific "do's and don'ts" would most likely be outdated within a short period of time. If appearance distracts from the learning environment, it is unacceptable at the discretion of the principal. Philippians 4:5 states, "Let your moderation be known to all men." It is our desire that our students present a modest appearance. Therefore, extremes in worldly fashions and hairstyles are not acceptable.

• Shoes must be worn at all times. This is for health and safety reasons.
• Shorts are permitted but must be loosely fit, neat, clean, hemmed and no higher than three inches above the knee when standing. Denim shorts that are hemmed may be worn. "Cutoffs" (in any fabric) and spandex are unacceptable.
• All pants are to be clean, neat, and properly fitted in waist and length. Torn, ragged, patched, overly-faded or frayed pants are not acceptable.
• Girls' hemlines should be no higher than three inches above the top of the kneecap while standing.
• Halter tops, tank tops, "muscle shirts" (or wife beaters), backless, half/short shirts are not appropriate. The midriff should not be showing when arms are raised.
• Hats and sunglasses may not be worn inside the building.
• Clothing shall not be worn which endorses any product inconsistent with Christian commitment. Any patch, decal, statement, or comical phrase that may be suggestive, create a negative attitude, or offend has no place in a Christian school.
• Hair should be clean, groomed neatly, and should be cut with moderation. Boys' hair should not extend past the ears or hang past the collar.
• Cosmetics, worn in moderation, are permitted at the middle school level.
• Only girls are permitted to wear earrings. Eyebrow, nose rings, and other extremes of body piercing are not permitted for either boys or girls.
• On chapel days, girls may wear dresses, skirts, and blouses, or nice pants. Boys may wear nice pants and shirts. Students should not wear sweatpants or sweatshirts, jeans or shorts to chapel.

Students whose appearance is found unacceptable will be subject to disciplinary action.