Sweethaven seeks to support the
instruction of young people in such virtues as modesty and propriety.
We consider dress standards to be an important means toward that
end. It is our goal to teach proper dress habits for appropriate
activities. These activities include school instruction, athletic
contests, special events, and formal banquets.
Our dress should reflect our Christian
walk and character. Our outward appearance is a reflection of
our hearts and minds. It is the desire of this school to encourage
all teachers and students to magnify Christ in the wearing of
clothing which displays decency and modesty. SCA does not condemn
styles or trends, but for the ease of enforcement, must maintain
a standardized dress code.
Since styles and fashion fads
change rapidly in our society, SCA reserves the right to adopt
and enforce appropriate dress code standards not specified in
this dress code. The Administrator or the Deans of Students will
have the final decision concerning any questionable clothing worn
by a student. SCA reserves the right to require any student dressed
unacceptably to change clothing before attending classes.
All students shall conform to
the dress standards of SCA as enforced by the administration.
The standards stated below should not be considered exhaustive,
but are examples of the type of standards w\that will be upheld
at the school.
All dress code rules are in effect
during the regular school day and at all school-sponsored functions
such as athletic events or field trips. Any change in dress code
requirements for a particular activity will be announced well
in advance of the activity.
Pants: Uniform pants are
to be worn at the waist with a belt - NOT below the hips. Simple
black or brown belts are required with no noticeable designs or
studding.
Shirts: Uniform shirts must
be tucked in at all times. Button down uniform shirt and tie are
required on chapel days.
Footwear: Socks are to be
worn at all times. Sandals or clog style footwear are not acceptable.
Jewelry: Boys are not permitted
to wear bracelets or necklaces. Facial, nose, tongue, or ear piercing
is not acceptable. Boys are limited to one ring and one watch.
Haircuts: Hair must be cut
neatly to lie off the collar and ears, and trimmed so it does
not hang in the eyes. Extreme fad styles, coloring, razor design
cuts or braiding are not permitted. Boys may cut their hair as
short as they like, but NO portion of the head may be shaved.
Highlighted hair must be of normal color only.
Facial Hair: Boys must be
clean-shaven at all times. Facial hair is not permitted.
Tattoos: Tattoos are not
acceptable. Should a student have a tattoo, it must be covered
at all times. Students are never to show, promote, or discuss
their tattoo with other students.
Outerwear: Heavy coats or
other garments designed for outerwear should not be worn in the
classroom during school hours. We suggest that a uniform sweater
be kept in the locker to be used on cooler days.
