It is the philosophy of New Life Christian School that students should acquire
not only an understanding of subject matter, but also a realization that becoming educated
for adult life means developing acceptable patterns of deportment, dress and grooming
(Luke 2:52).
Due to rapidly changing fashion designs and the multiplicity of fads, the
necessity of dress standards becomes increasingly important.
As a Christian institution, we have a unique responsibility. We are judged by
our appearance. We want to be a good example and not be offensive to others (I Tim. 4:12).
The purpose of the dress code is to help instill orderliness, respect and a good
self-image in our children. It is an intrinsic part of education since knowledge without
discipline and self respect is empty. Our life goal should be to glorify God, even in
dress (I Peter 3:3-4). We must be sold out to promote Jesus and not ourselves through
immodesty or overemphasis of clothes, makeup or jewelry. The chart below illustrates the
difference between the world's dress philosophy and the Christian's dress philosophy:
World
|
Christian
|
| Promote self through dress (1 Peter 3:3) |
Promote Jesus through dress (Ps. 90:17a) |
| Accentuate body through dress |
Accentuate Jesus' radiance in our faces (II Cor. 3:18) |
| Dress seductively |
Dress modestly; avoid the appearance of evil (1 Thes. 5:22) |
| Use dress, makeup and jewelry to be noticed |
I must decrease and He must increase (John 3:30) |
The dress code is in effect for all school endorsed functions or
where students are representing the school in public.
Dark glasses or hats (ladies and gentlemen) are
not to be worn in the buildings. Student possessions such as lunch pails, folders, etc.
should not promote worldly or inappropriate themes, persons, or messages. Parents are
encouraged to clear all questionable items before they are brought to school. This will
help us avoid many problems. Final decisions in interpretation of standards reside with
the school administration. These standards have been clarified and some
changes have been made. We will be enforcing the policies in the
coming year so please be aware of what is required. If you have any questions
please ask before you buy or send your child to school. If students come to
school not meeting the dress code, they may be required to change. Parents can
bring clothes or the child may need to go home.
P.E. clothing is determined by each classroom. Loose fitting shorts may be worn
during P.E. class only. However, no short shorts or spandex may be worn at any time.
Safe athletic shoes need to be brought to wear during PE class. Shoes must not
restrict the students from safely participating in all activities. No bare
feet. Open toed shoes and sandals may be worn without socks if feet are clean.
Jewelry must be moderate in style and conservative in number. Girls'
earrings, no more than two pair, are to be one inch or less in size. Boys are not to wear
earrings at school. Body piercing jewelry is not to be worn.
Uniforms for First through Grade Six
General for boys and girls, 1st through grade 6.
Pants: Navy, khaki, or black slacks; black jeans (classic fit, not
faded) No blue jeans at any time will be allowed.
Shorts: Uniform style in navy, khaki, or black.
Shirts: Polo's or turtlenecks in red, navy, white with either long
or short sleeves. Yellow, polo only.
A new school t-shirt will be available for ordering in the fall.
These t-shirts may be worn on any day except chapel day.
Sweaters: Cardigan or pullover in solid navy, white, or red.
No sweatshirts unless nice jacket style in navy, khaki, or black.
Students may choose any shoes, socks and jackets as long as they
are appropriate.
Boys Chapel (Wednesday - wear all day)
Any pants listed above with white collared shirt (long or short
sleeved) and optional tie or the pants listed above with white polo shirt & cardigan sweater.
No sweatshirt - type jacket on chapel day.
Girls Chapel (Wednesday - wear all day) Navy blue
or Woodland Plaid (used Mac Beth plaid acceptable until out grown) shift, skirt, or jumper with white Peter Pan collard shirt,
white polo or turtleneck.
All skirts must be at least knee length. the hem must touch the
floor when kneeling in a vertical and upright position.
Dress code for students in Grades 7 through 12
T-shirts and Sweatshirts, etc.: These shirts may carry a general logo of
various sports teams as long as no particular athlete is singled out or promoted. Colorful
designs, flowers, etc. are fine but be sure to avoid all negative messages.
Underwear type t-shirts are not to be worn as outer wear. Shirts are to be worn with tails
tucked in unless the shirt is specifically designed to be worn out.
Pants: All pants must fit (be able to stay up without a belt), be clean,
hemmed, and not torn or ragged. Slacks/pants/jeans/overalls are allowable for young ladies as long as
they are modest and not tight fitting. No sweatpants, leotards, leggings,
shorts, cut-offs, are to be worn. Modest tops must be worn under overalls.
Hair: Must be neat and trimmed, conservative in style. (I Cor. 11:14, Phil.
4:5). Hair length for boys must be out of the eyes and no longer than touching the top of
a t-shirt collar binding. Must be natural hair color.
Blouses: Modest and conservative in style, they should not have low necklines
and should be long enough so that the midsection will be covered when arms are raised. All
blouses must have sleeves or "shoulder caps." "See through" garments
are not to be worn unless there is a top underneath. No midriff tops can be
worn unless there is another garment under it covering the skin.
Make-up: Parents should guide their teenagers as to the appropriateness
according to the student's age and maturity. (I Tim. 2:9-10).
Chapel Dress:
Men are to wear dress shirts and matching ties or a collared shirt with either
a tie or sweater with casual or dress pants (no blue jeans, but black, new-looking jeans
are okay). Ties are optional. Sweatshirts or sweatshirt type jackets are ok on chapel
day as long as they are clean and new looking. Women are to wear
dresses or skirts and blouses on this day.
Dresses: All dresses (skirts, skorts) must be knee length, neat and modest. The
hem must touch the floor when kneeling in a vertical and upright position. They are not to
be sleeveless, tight fitting, with low necklines front or back. Any slits must not be
higher than the prescribed knee length for skirts.
For those of you that want to shop for uniforms via the internet
here are some online resources for you to check out. This list is only
reference and no recommendations are made.