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.
