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 field trips. Girls may wear khaki or black
casual pants to all athletic events.
Skirts: Uniform skirts
are to be worn with a simple black or brown belt. The length
must completely cover the knee while standing.
Shirts: Uniform shirts
are to be tucked in at all times.
Footwear: Casual
or dress style shoes are to be worn. Clogs or open shoes
without a heel strap are not to be worn. High-heeled shoes
should not be of the spiked style and no more than 3"
high.
Jewelry: Fad or distracting
jewelry should not be worn. Earrings should not dangle more
than 2". Excessive piercing is considered distracting.
Two (2) holes at the most in each ear will be permitted.
Facial, nose or tongue piercing is not acceptable.
Hair: Fad styles,
such as spiked, razor cuts, stripes or extreme designs or
coloring are not permitted. Hair should be styled so it
does not hang over or in the eyes, or cause a distraction
to others. Highlighting must be of natural color only.
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.
Athletic Events:
Black or khaki slacks can be worn if loose fitting and not
of the capri or cargo style. Denim or colored jeans are
not acceptable. No shorts are allowed at anytime for any
school sponsored event.
The administration will
have the final decision as to the appropriateness of any
dress or appearance.
