Uniform Policy
For Arrow Preparatory Academy
Fostering unity and excellence through our uniform policyOur uniform policy is driven by our desire to create an environment of learning where dress is a tool to build a sense of family, camaraderie and intention towards the task at hand. We desire to honor God and be unified in all we do. APA seeks to encourage modesty and focus on the educational process. However, we also believe the school uniform should be comfortable, practical, and allow for self expression. Our uniform is one of the ways we seek to establish a culture of high standards, excellence, and honor.
We believe that parents are the primary enforcers of the dress code. |
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Uniform Expections
Uniform Policy
Our uniform policy is driven by our desire to create an environment of learning where dress is a tool to build a sense of family, camaraderie and intention towards the task at hand. We desire to honor God and be unified in all we do. APA seeks to encourage modesty and focus on the educational process. However, we also believe the school uniform should be comfortable, practical, and allow some room for self expression while keeping in mind differing sensory needs.
We believe that parents are the primary enforcers of the dress code.
PLEASE REMAIN WITHIN THESE GUIDELINES AT ALL TIMES:
DRESS NEATLY: Clothing should be clean, unwrinkled and in good repair. There should not be stains, holes, or tears in clothes. Clothing should be appropriately sized.
BE MODEST: Students should seek to be modest. Students should wear skirts and shorts that are 4”-6” inches above the knee or longer. Students must wear shorts, tights, or leggings under dresses or skirts. Please wear blouses and shirts that fit properly, cover stomachs and chests, and are comfortably loose to allow for varying activities. If a student wears shorts they must have a 7” inseam or longer. Student’s parents will be called and asked to bring a change of clothes or asked to change into items from the Arrow closet if bottoms, stomach, or breasts are exposed.
BE MINDFUL OF THE WEATHER: Students will be expected to go outside daily for play and class activities. Please make sure they have all of the necessary clothing items to do so which may include: robust shoes, jackets, hats, gloves, rain boots, sunscreen, or sunglasses
STUDENTS SHOULD BE COMFORTABLE: Clothes should be comfortable and appropriately fitting and allow for students to comfortably sit, stand, walk, run, play, and jump so as not to take away from the student's classroom experience.
Uniform Pieces:
*Styles may vary in terms of neckline, fabric, etc. to suit your child's specific needs.
Jackets: Students are welcome to bring a jacket to wear for outdoor play that is non compliant with the uniform. If they anticipate being cold indoors they can wear a cardigan/sweater/ sweatshirt as outlined in the guidelines below.
Cardigan/ Sweater/ Sweatshirt: Land’s End embroidered or APA sweater/ sweatshirt (purchased from school.) No other sweaters/ sweatshirts will be allowed indoors. Order form will be sent out to purchase APA branded sweater/sweatshirt.
Tops: Light blue or navy polo or uniform t-shirt(purchased through school.) Long sleeve or short sleeve are acceptable. All students need one light blue polo for important dress days
Bottoms: Plain navy or grey only. No thin leggings worn on their own (unless in K/1) No jeans, - cutoffs, cargo pants, sweatpants/shorts or designs. Shorts should have a minimum 7 in. inseam or measure 4-6 inches above the knee.
Skirts/Dresses/Pinafores: Must be solid navy blue only. Dresses/skirts should fall approximately where a 7 inch short inseam would be or longer (Or 4-6 inches above knee.)
Tights: navy, grey or white only. On days when your daughter will not be wearing tights/leggings with her dress/skirt, please dress her in modesty shorts so she can participate comfortably in all play and learning activities.
Socks: May have simple patterns and designs. If socks become distracting- APA will ask parents to bring a new pair of socks to school. No political, cruel, crude, sexual or profane messages on socks.
Shoes: Should be black, brown, gray, silver, navy or tan, camel or gold. No open toe shoes, sandals, or high heels allowed. Please make a strong effort to make sure shoes are as solid a color as possible. Children must have a good pair of running/tennis shoes for recess. No crocs, slingbacks, lights, or wheels on shoes allowed. Running shoes and boots are Arrow’s strong preference. If shoes become a problem, Arrow may ask parents to provide another pair of appropriate shoes.
Hair: students are welcome to wear their hair in any style that they wish as long as it complies with our general guidelines of neatness, modesty, and cleanliness.
Hats: Only APA hats (beanies, baseball caps, etc.) will be allowed inside. (Purchased from school.)
Jewelry/Accessories: Students are welcome to wear jewelry or accessories to school. If the jewelry or accessories at any point become a distraction/toy in the classroom the teachers have the discretion to have students place items away until the end of the school day.
Field Trips
On Field Trips, students will wear their tie-dye shirts. Please make an effort to make sure their tie-dye T-shirt is available for days when they will be attending a field trip.
Free Dress and Spirit Days
On Free Dress and Spirit Days all clothing worn must comply with our general policies regarding neatness, modesty, and cleanliness. Ripped or stained clothing is not allowed. Clothing still must cover students' chests, stomachs, and shorts/dresses/skirts need to have a 7 in. inseam or 4-6 inches above knee.
No clothing with inappropriate, political, violent, or offensive images or words will be allowed.
* Electives may have their own uniform requirements (shoes, ballet outfits, smocks, fitness clothing, etc.), which will be released with elective information.
All items of clothing worn to school must clearly be labeled with the student's name.