Uniform Policy

Rationale

A uniform dress code reinforces in students a pride in their own appearance, instills recognition of themselves as an integral part of the school community, and assists in developing pride in representing their school. Issues of equality, health and safety, and expense are also factors that contribute to the establishment of our uniform policy. Riyadh Najed Schools is an inclusive environment that believes in having high expectations for uniform and appearance; this includes a policy on School Uniform, making it compulsory for all students to wear. The uniform also provides a measure of security when students are travelling to and from school or participating on excursions.

Guidelines:

• Correct uniform must be worn at all times by students, unless especially advised.
• A note must be brought from home outlining the reason for being out of uniform and given to the class teacher.
• Teachers to follow up with a note to parent if students repeatedly out of uniform.

Aims:

• To promote equality amongst all students.
• To further develop a sense of pride in, and identification with our school.
• To provide durable clothing that is cost effective and practical for the school environment.
• To maintain and enhance the positive image of the school in the community.

The dress and grooming of students shall be in the first place matching Ministry of Educations regulations( Thobe for Boys) and that which contributes to the health and safety of the individual and which is non disruptive of the educational activities and processes of a school.

Students have the right:

to dress as they choose as long as their dress meets the approved dress and grooming regulations, does not disrupt school activities, is not obscene or defamatory, and does not endanger the physical health or safety of themselves or others.

Students have the responsibility:
to dress as they choose as long as their dress meets the approved dress and grooming regulations, does not disrupt school activities, is not obscene or defamatory, and does not endanger the physical health or safety of themselves or others.

Students have the responsibility:
to dress and groom in such a manner so as to reflect cleanliness, modesty, safety and good taste; become familiar with and adhere to approved dress and grooming regulations of their particular school as contained in the individual school’s student handbook and/or school board regulations.

1. Shoes shall be worn and be securely fastened to the feet and have a low heel height. Footwear must be suitable for outdoor physical education classes.
2. Skate tennis shoes and bedroom slippers are unacceptable and not allowed.
3. Clothing that exposes the entire shoulder, tube tops, or similar type clothing, may be worn only with a blouse or shirt. Clothing exposing the torso or the midriff, either front, back or sides, shall not be worn. Underwear shall not be visible. Clothing shall not expose the mid-chest area. Clothing not properly fastened or with tears that are indecent shall not be worn. Clothing traditionally designed as undergarments or sleepwear shall not be worn as outer garments. All pants and shorts shall be secured at the waist. Boys’ shirts shall have sleeves. Miniskirts, mini dresses, and short shorts shall not be permitted.
4. Hair shall be clean and neatly groomed. The general appearance of a student should reflect neatness and good personal hygiene.
5. Garments and/or jewelry which display or suggest vulgar, drug, gang, weapons, related wording or graphics, or which provoke violence or disruption in the school, shall not be worn.

Consequences for violation include:

First offense consequences are:

• Conference with student.
• Notification of parent or guardian.
• Change of inappropriate attire.

Second offense consequences are:

• Conference with student.
• Notification of parent or guardian.
• Change of inappropriate attire.
• Detention or “other consequence” determined by the administration.

Third offense consequences are:

• Conference with student.
• Notification of parent or guardian.
• Change of inappropriate attire.
• In-school suspension or “other consequence” determined by the administration.

The fourth and subsequent offenses are:

• Considered willful disobedience subject to referral to the school administration for further disciplinary action.