Expectations of Dress

The founders and governing council of the School of Dreams Academy perceive that attendance in this school is a privilege and an opportunity to gain academic and social skills that will contribute to a successful career and positive values throughout life. Dressing appropriately is required for most employment opportunities today. There is no better time to begin the habit of professional dress than the present. It is the responsibility of the School of Dreams Academy students to follow the expectations while at school or at school-sponsored activities.

The following expectations will be in place for the School of Dreams Academy:

Pants:

Pants Khaki (beige or blue) pants - Khaki (beige or blue) walking shorts - Khaki(beige or blue) caprice - Jeans • All PANTS Must fit at the waist and a belt must be worn. NO SAGGING OR OVERSIZED • CANNOT be frayed or torn or have writing or drawing • Pajama bottoms, sweats, stretch pants, basketball shorts, jeans ARE NOT PERMITTED *If jeans become a problem, the dress code will be adjusted

Tops or Shirts:

Polo’s or Tee-shirts with either short or long sleeves must be worn. Shirts must be white, navy royal blue or red. Only School Of Dreams logos or manufacture logo may be on the shirts all other OTHER LOGOS ARE NOT ALLOWED. • No tube tops, halter tops or spaghetti strap tops may be worn at any time • No visible midriffs, cleavage, or underwear.

Jackets, coats, sweaters, or hoodies:

Sweat shirts, coats or hoodies may be worn in any color. They MAY NOT HAVE logos or pictures on them.

Miscellaneous items:

NO bedroom slipper or flip – flops may be worn. NO pocket chains or spiked jewelry is allowed. Items associated with gangs or controlled substances may not be worn. These include but are not limited to hairnets, one pant leg rolled up, bandanas, do-rags, and gang related items. Hats and hoods will be removed in buildings. Piercings are not allowed except in ears.