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Dress Code

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MILFORD SCHOOL DISTRICT
Milford, Delaware 19963

 

This dress code applies during the formal school day unless otherwise authorized by administration. The student code of conduct will apply to any violations.
Tops: Long or short sleeved cotton shirts, polos, sweatshirts/hoodies, button downs, fleece, sweaters, or turtlenecks. Solid colors and patterns permitted.
1. All shirts must have sleeves.
2. School spirit wear (MSD, individual school, or college) permitted.
3. Scarves, ties and bowties are acceptable.
*Students wearing approved hooded apparel must keep the hood down.
 
Bottoms: Solid colored pants, jeans, leggings, joggers, sweatpants, shorts, capris, skorts, skirts (no slits), jumpers or dresses. 1. Must be longer than the tip of the student’s fingers in length.
2. Clothing items must be worn at the natural waist.
 
Footwear: Shoes, sneakers, boots and sandals.
1. Elementary students must wear closed-toed shoes that are appropriate for recess, outdoor activities and gym unless approved by administration.
 
Prohibited:
* No tank tops, crop tops, or low-cut shirts
* No skin or undergarments should be visible between the waistband and the bottom of the shirt
* No pajamas
* No graphics (other than spirit wear)
* No obscene, vulgar, ethnically, culturally, or sexually offensive pictures or references
* No gang related references or identification
* No sheer/see-through materials
* No holes or frays where skin is visible underneath
* No depictions of violence, drug or alcohol use, or other illegal activities/references
* No tobacco, smoking, or vaping pictures or references
* No chains or spiked jewelry
* No hats, visors, bandanas, non-prescription sunglasses, or other head coverings (except for religious practices)
 
For students in need of assistance with school supplies, including clothing adhering to Policy 5415, please contact Visiting Teacher, Ashley Norman, at anorman@msd.k12.de.us or 302-424-8819.
 
ADOPTED: 5/16/11 REVISED: 7/11/11; 3/26/12; 4/19/16, 7/6/21, 8/22/22; 7/15/24