1. DRESS CODE TIPS
Middle school students are rapidly changing, both emotionally and physically. Whitfield County Schools has a very specific dress code that does not raise many questions at the elementary level. However, middle school students require a bit more attention and adherence to the dress code guidelines, approved by the Board of Education.

2. Highlights
This PowerPoint does not cover the entire dress code, but highlights some of the biggest obstacles for students.

3. When choosing Pants/Slacks/Shorts Remember…
Yes- Denim, Chino, dress pants are appropriate
No- Pajamas pants, overalls are not allowed

4. I know you’ve been wearing them all summer…..But save them for home.

5. No yoga pants, leggings, tights, or hosiery UNLESS
This is one of the hardest changes for growing
Middle school girls. What may have fit during the
Summer, may not fit now or at Christmas.
No yoga pants, leggings, tights, or hosiery
UNLESS
The top comes at least below mid-thigh all the way around. (closer to your knee). Here are a few examples of what not to wear.

6. Nope… Too much information and not enough modesty…

7. Below Mid-thigh? Nope……… these are out of dress code

8. OMG….. What can we wear?
YES! These styles are below Mid-thigh!!

9. What if you wear a dress, skirt or shorts without leggings?
It must come to your knee

10. These are too short….

11. Great tip for the year…. Dress extenders

12. Dress extenders can rescue your wardrobe!

13. Nope…. These are too short

14. Even if they have leggings under them
Athletic Shorts are out of dress code. They are only allowed for afterschool athletic teams such as track, cheerleading, cross country.
Even if they have leggings under them

15. Yes! These come to the Knee!

16. No holes in pants above the knee.

17. No sheer, lace, see-through, mid-drifts, or sleeveless
No sheer, lace, see-through, mid-drifts, or sleeveless. These are all out of dress code.

18. Thank You!
Please take some time to consider your wardrobe and help your child select appropriate attire for the school environment.

19. Questions?
Our full dress code will be available in the student hand-book, is online, and is provided for every student on the first day of school .
If you need more information, have questions about our dress code or need assistance, please contact our counselor, Jennifer Dixon.
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