School Regulations

The uniform dress code is in effect from the first day of school and at all times during normal school hours.  School hours start when the student enters the building before school until the student leaves the building after the school day or until the student is required to change clothes for an extracurricular activity.  During special events, certain portions of the uniform dress code may be amended, as determined by the administration. During extra-curricular events, students are expected to dress neatly, modestly and in good taste. Any clothing which is determined to be disruptive or immodest may be restricted as determined by  the school administration. Students are to avoid extremes in dress and conduct that would attract unfavorable attention to themselves and their school.  The Dean of Student Success has the final say in all student dress and appearance decisions.

• Pants: During school hours students are to wear solid color black, navy, gray, or tan pants which are neat and unmarked (no stripes, designs, frayed, etc.)  The pants should be made of cotton-twill material.  Pants made of denim, fleece, velour or athletic warm-up material are not allowed.  Pants must cover all undergarments.  A belt may need to be worn.  Tight fitting pants such as yoga, ‘tights’, leggings, joggers, running apparel may not be worn.  Skirts are prohibited and are not included in the school uniform. 

• Shorts: Students may also choose to wear solid color black, navy, gray, or tan shorts and capris.  Shorts and capris must be plain, of solid-color, hemmed (not cut-offs or frays), and approximately knee length.  Athletic shorts may not be worn. Skirts are prohibited and are not included in the school uniform. 

• Shirts and Sweaters: Students must wear an approved top displaying the Concordia logo, available for purchase through the school uniform website. Approved colors include maroon, white, gray, and black. Undershirts (short- or long-sleeved) must be tucked in and fully covered by the appropriate uniform top. Shirts, sweaters, and undershirts must be worn in a manner that provides appropriate coverage. Necklines may not be excessively low-cut, and all tops must cover undergarments and cleavage when students are standing, sitting, or engaged in normal school activities. As a general guideline, necklines should rest at or above the clavicle (collarbone). CLHS uniform cardigans and jackets must remain buttoned or zipped when worn over a non-uniform undershirt. Long sleeve garments worn under the CLHS uniform shirt must be maroon, white, gray, or black color and complement the CLHS uniform shirt being worn. Please note that garments purchased via the CLHS Spirit Wear site are not approved for the student’s school uniform. 

• Shoes: Footwear must be appropriate for a school setting and provide safe, secure footing. Slippers, bedroom shoes, athletic slides, shower shoes, beach attire flip flops, and similar footwear are not permitted. Students may wear dress shoes, athletic shoes, or dressy sandals (Birkenstock or leather style).

• Hats, bandanas, sweatbands, hoods, and other head coverings are to be removed upon entrance to the building and are not to be worn at any time during the school day. Religious headdress and medical exceptions are permitted with approval from the Dean of Student Success. 

• Coats and other outdoor wear must be kept in the locker during the school day.

1st Uniform Offense Warning: Must change into school uniform before returning to class.

2nd Uniform Offense Detention: Must change into school uniform before returning to class.

3rd Uniform Offense ISS: Must change into school uniform before returning to class.

• Hair must be neat, clean and well-kept. Hair should not hang in a student’s face and/or have bangs that cover the eyes. Teachers must be able to make eye contact with students. Unnatural, distracting hairstyles are not permitted. Hair that is dyed, hair extensions, or hair weaves must be a natural color (black, brown, blonde, auburn). A God-given color is required (although it does not have to be your God-given color).

• Facial piercings such as bars, dermal, hoops, nose ring, nose stud, ear gauge (plug, tunnel), are not permitted. Students who have such piercings may wear an invisible spacer during the school day. 
• Accessories, such as spikes on clothing or jewelry that may be detrimental to the learning environment or are a potential safety issue are not permitted. Distracting jewelry is not permitted. Wallet chains, spikes, large chains and other jewelry or accessories determined as dangerous are not permitted. 

Personal Appearance Violations

Students who are not in compliance with the school's appearance standards may be required to take immediate corrective action. This may include removing prohibited jewelry or accessories, securing hair so that it meets school expectations, or using a spacer in place of a prohibited facial piercing. If an appearance concern cannot be corrected during the school day, the student may be assigned a detention and/or be required to remain in the school office until a parent can provide an acceptable remedy. Continued non-compliance may result in the student being excluded from classes, extracurricular activities, practices, performances, or athletic contests until the violation is corrected. Repeated violations of the appearance policy may be considered insubordination and may result in additional disciplinary consequences as outlined in the student handbook. Students whose hair color does not meet school standards will be given no more than seven days to restore their hair to a natural color. While out of compliance, the student may be restricted from participation in extracurricular activities and school-sponsored events.

• On “Concordia Spirit Days,” students may wear a Concordia shirt from a school event, team, or group, with school uniform shorts or pants. Students who choose not to wear a school spirit shirt will be in school uniform. Athletic uniforms are not permitted to be worn on these days. Please note that a “Concordia Spirit Day” is not a “$2 Dress Day”.

• $2 Dress Day is an exciting opportunity for students to express their personal style and enjoy a break from the usual dress code, while supporting a charity or similar cause which has been designated. Students should be mindful of the weather and dress comfortably while adhering to the guidelines. Remember that $2 Dress Day is still a school day - dress in a way that is conducive to learning, respectful of others, and exemplifies the values of our Christian community. To ensure that everyone has a fun and respectful experience, please follow these guidelines:
  
  

Appropriate Attire:

• Clothing should be modest and appropriate for a Christian school setting.
• Tops need to cover the shoulders, midriff, and back. Avoid wearing tank tops, spaghetti straps, or off-the-shoulder tops.
• Skirts, dresses, and shorts need to be of a length that reaches below mid-thigh.
• Pants and jeans may not have rips, frays, or holes. Loose fitting sweatpants or athletic joggers are acceptable. 

Prohibited Items:

• Clothing that displays offensive language, images, or symbols is not allowed.
• Avoid wearing items that promote alcohol, drugs, violence, or any other inappropriate content.
• Tops that have low or plunging necklines, sheer materials, or excessive cutouts are not allowed.
• Spandex or any type of "stretchy" or tight-fitting athletic pants, yoga pants, or leggings are not permitted.
• Hats, caps, and other head coverings may not be worn indoors.
• Pajamas, slippers, and other sleepwear are not permitted. 

1. 1st Uniform Offense Warning: Must change into school uniform before returning to class.
2. 2nd Uniform Offense Detention: Must change into school uniform before returning to class.
3. 3rd Uniform Offense ISS: Must change into school uniform before returning to class.