SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL DRESS CODE

The TUSD Board of Education believes that appropriate dress and grooming contribute to a productive learning environment. In cooperation with teachers, students and parents/guardians, the principal or designee shall establish school guidelines governing student dress and grooming which are consistent with law, board policy, and administrative regulations (BP/AR 5132). In order to maintain a respectful, safe, and supportive learning environment, the following shall apply:

Shoes shall be worn at all times

Clothing, jewelry, and personal items (backpacks, fanny packs, gym bags, water bottles, etc.) shall be free from writing, pictures or any other insignia which are:

            -vulgar, profane, or of a sexual nature, or 
            -bear drug, alcohol, or tobacco company advertising, promotions and likenesses, or 
            -which advocate racial, ethnic, sexual orientation, or religious intolerance.

Hoods and sunglasses shall not be worn indoors  

Clothes shall conceal undergarments at all times. 

Swimwear, excessively short skirts/shorts, excessively low cut tops, tube tops, and lingerie are not appropriate school wear.

Coaches and teachers may impose more stringent dress requirements to accommodate the special needs of certain sports and/or classes. Any deviation from acceptable standards of dress, appearance, or cleanliness may result in disciplinary action until said condition is corrected.