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Dress Code

RVMS DRESS CODE 

At Rincon Valley Middle School we want all students to focus on academic success.  State law prohibits any form of attire that is obscene, offensive, dangerous or disruptive to the instructional program.  Proper attire is the responsibility of the student and his/her parent/guardian.  Rincon Valley Middle School has adopted a dress code that is aimed at creating a professional and positive learning environment by reducing inequities and unnecessary disciplinary incidents.  The key features of this dress code focus on the following elements: 

* All students are encouraged to dress in a manner that is comfortable and conducive to an active school day. 
* Students should be able to wear clothing without fear of or actual unnecessary discipline or body shaming. 

* RVMS student dress code aims to support all students in developing a positive self-image and having a successful educational experience  

 

Dress Code:  

  • Students must wear clothing that includes both a shirt with pants or skirt, or the equivalent (for example dresses, leggings, or shorts) and shoes. 

  • Shirts and dresses must have fabric in the front, back, and on the sides (under the arms). 

  • Clothing must cover undergarments (waistbands and straps included). 

  • Opaque fabric covering breasts, torso, genitals and buttocks is required. 

  • All bottoms, pants or shorts, must fit appropriately.  They must not be overly large or small, sag, show undergarments, or private body parts. 

  • Clothing must be suitable for all scheduled classroom activities including physical education, science labs, electives, and other activities where unique hazards exist. 

 

  • Specialized courses or assignments may require specialized attire, such as sports uniforms or safety gear. Courses that include attire as part of the curriculum, for example, performance art, band, job readiness, and physical education, may include assignment-specific dress, and teachers can require shoes for certain activities such as physical education and maker. 

  • Sun-protective clothing, including but not limited to hats, for outdoor use during the school day (Education Code 35183.5) 

 

All headwear that aligns with RVMS Dress Code may be worn outside, with the exception of headwear that’s primary color is a shade of blue or red.   If students choose to wear headwear, it must allow the face to be visible to staff and not interfere with the line of sight of any student or staff.  Hoodies must allow the face and ears to be visible to school staff. Students must comply with any staff requests to remove headwear for identification purposes.  

  • Headwear may not be worn inside the office, the library, the gymnasium, cafe, classroom or any other academic environment without prior permission.  

  • Religious headwear is allowed anywhere on campus at any time. If headwear is to be worn inside, prior parent communication with the school is encouraged.  

  • Helmets are required when riding scooters, bicycles, skateboards, long-boards, or hoverboards.  

 

Students CANNOT WEAR OR POSSESS: 

  • Violent language or images. 

  •  Gang related clothing, jewelry, hairstyles, makeup, graffiti, tattoos, or other related items.  For a more comprehensive list of gang related items, colors and contraband, contact the Principal. 

  • Clothing, binders, backpacks, or other personal items that have pictures or symbols that include, but are not limited to: Drugs, drug-related paraphernalia, gangs, alcohol, violence, obscene acts, weapons, suggestive words or activities, illegal activities, vulgar, sexual pictures, or other offensive visuals.   

  • Items that include hate speech, profanity, pornography.  

  • Images or language that create a hostile environment based on any protected class. 

  • Midriff Tops, Strapless tops, strapless dresses, and tube tops are not allowed 

  • Visible underwear. Visible waistbands or straps on undergarments worn under other clothing are a violation for the RVMS dress code.  

  • Sleep attire (except pajama bottoms and on school PJ days) - this includes bringing blankets and pillows to school.  

 

1st Violation  =  Warning/Parent Contact - Student will be given school clothing to wear  

2nd Violation  =  BEST Form/Parent Contact - Student will be given school clothing to wear  

3rd Violation  =  Notice of Concern/Detention. Parent/Admin Conference - Student will be given school clothing to wear  

4th Violation  =  Placement on the Loss of Privilege List 

 

Other guidelines may be added as school officials deem necessary after obtaining information from community agencies and/or other resources. There will be progressive disciplinary consequences for students who choose to continually violate the RVMS Dress Code.   
                            The administration will determine the appropriateness of all clothing, and all decisions are final.