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.
