Dress for Success Mount Abe style Lets play…..

Why a New & Improved Dress Code? All members of the Mt Abe school community are expected to dress in a way that promotes a healthy learning environment and that shows respect for themselves and others in the school. The Mt Abe expectations for appropriate attire ("dress code") have been developed in accordance with our school's mission statement: "to create and maintain a respectful environment..." and "...all participate as responsible citizens". That would mean that clothing choices worn in the school environment will be similar to what would be appropriate and responsible in a business/workplace setting and demonstrate respect for ourselves and everyone else at school.

Lets practice! Be sure to use this powerpoint in slide show mode. A clothing example will be displayed. You be the judge. Does it qualify as appropriate for school (using the dress code) or not? When you hit the forward arrow, check marks or Xs will indicate whether youve got it right (or not)

Does this meet the dress for success at Mt Abe test? Perfectly fabulous for the school environment.

Does this meet the dress for success at Mt Abe test? Tops with both straps at least 2 fingers wideno spaghetti straps or halter tops.

Does this meet the dress for success at Mt Abe test? Inappropriate message Its MEAN and disrespectful to others.

Does this meet the dress for success at Mt Abe test? Midriffs must be covered, including when your hands are raised above your head

Does this meet the dress for success at Mt Abe test? Perfectly fabulous for the school environment. (Sheer top with a cami underneath is acceptable)

Does this meet the dress for success at Mt Abe test? Undergarments must be completely covered. Shirts must be worn in school.

Does this meet the dress for success at Mt Abe test? Length is Appropriate (but just barely)must be at least as long as your fist when your arms hang straight down at your sides.

Does this meet the dress for success at Mt Abe test? This is acceptable for school (and for an outdoor work environment!)

Does this meet the dress for success at Mt Abe test? Inappropriate message implies violence.

Does this meet the dress for success at Mt Abe test? Inappropriate lengthmust be at least as long as your fist when your arms hang straight down at your sides.

Does this meet the dress for success at Mt Abe test? Skirt does not pass the length testmust be at least as long as the bottom of your fist when your arms hang straight down at your sides. Form-fitting fabrics are not appropriate for school.

Does this meet the dress for success at Mt Abe test? Tops/sweaters/dresses that are cut no lower than a line drawn horizontally from one armpit to the other

Does this meet the dress for success at Mt Abe test? Leggings can be worn at school.

Does this meet the dress for success at Mt Abe test? Perfectly fabulous for the school environment.

Form-fitting (body-contour or body-con) fabrics are not appropriate for school. Does this meet the dress for success at Mt Abe test?

Straps are a hair too skinnydoes not pass the 2-fingers wide test. Shorts do not pass the length testas long as your fist when arms are hanging at the side. Does this meet the dress for success at Mt Abe test?

Perfect for the school environment. Does this meet the dress for success at Mt Abe test?

Spaghetti straps and halter tops are prohibited. Top does not pass the line from armpit to armpit test Does this meet the dress for success at Mt Abe test?

Perfectly fabulous for the school environment. Does this meet the dress for success at Mt Abe test?

Top does not meet the line from armpit to armpit test. Sheer or transparent fabric is not appropriate for school. Adding a cami to this dress would make it work. Does this meet the dress for success at Mt Abe test?

Off the shoulder does not pass the 2 straps test. Does this meet the dress for success at Mt Abe test?

Perfectly fabulous for the school environment. (Probably needs a camimight be just a hair too low cut.) Does this meet the dress for success at Mt Abe test?

Hoodie up with sunglasses sends a not interested message and is inappropriate for school. Does this meet the dress for success at Mt Abe test?

Top does not pass the line from armpit to armpit test. Shorts probably do not pass the length test as long as the bottom of your fist when arm is hanging straight at your sides. Does this meet the dress for success at Mt Abe test?

Clothing with writing on the bum is inappropriate for school. Does this meet the dress for success at Mt Abe test?

Perfect for the school environment! Does this meet the dress for success at Mt Abe test?

T-shirts advertising alcohol or drugs are inappropriate for school. Does this meet the dress for success at Mt Abe test?

Shorts do not pass the length test to bottom of your fist when hanging straight at your side. This top passes the line from armpit to armpit test. Does this meet the dress for success at Mt Abe test?

Spaghetti straps are prohibited. This top does not meet the line from armpit to armpit test. The shorts are fabulous, though!

Transparent fabric without a cami is not appropriate for school. Does this meet the dress for success at Mt Abe test?

The Confederate flag carries a racist message and is inappropriate for school. Does this meet the dress for success at Mt Abe test?

Open arm holes must be paired with a cami. A bra with this top would not be enough. Does this meet the dress for success at Mt Abe test?

Perfectly fabulous for school! Does this meet the dress for success at Mt Abe test?

So, what happens if I show to school in something inappropriate?

Teachers and/or Staff will ask you to (privately & discreetly) to check in with the School Climate Team (Nancy, Kira or Todd) in the main office. Then….. So, what happens if I show to school in something inappropriate?

A member of the SCT will decide if a students clothing meets the Mount Abe dress code. – If he/she decides the clothing meets our dress code, you go back to class. (no behavior write up!) – If he/she decides the clothing does not meet our dress code, the he/she will work with the student to decide next steps (and will write it up). Here are some possible options: So, what happens if I show to school in something inappropriate?

OPTION #1: Call home to have appropriate clothing delivered to you Hi Mom, Dont be mad… I need a big favor…..

So, what happens if I show to school in something inappropriate? OPTION #2: If you happen to have other, appropriate clothes with you, you can change into them. I think my basketball shorts are in my gym bag.

So, what happens if I show to school in something inappropriate? OPTION # 3: We have clean, plain t-shirts and plain sweatpants for you if you need to borrow appropriate clothing. One white t-shirt please. I didnt realize my shirt was so form fitting. Itll never happen again.

So, what happens if I show to school in something inappropriate? Of course, a behavior write-up will be filed and a copy will be sent home. WHAT?!?! Noooooooo!!!

Lets All Follow TREAT when it comes to the dress code!!! Remember, learning and being prepared for our future is everyones goal at MT.ABE