R H BEARDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Kindergarten-6th)

●     Bottoms:  Skirts, skorts, shorts (knee length), jumpers, pants or Capri’s.  No strings or zippers on the legs.  No leggings.  Skirts/dresses must not be worn more than 2” above the knees.

●     Polo shirts and blouses: Both polo shirts and blouses must be tucked in at all times.

●     Button down shirts

●     Belt buckles:  Belt buckles must be same size as belt.

●     Head wear:  No hats, caps, scarves, doo rags, head rags, bandanas, and hooded shirts/sweaters.

UNIFORM POLICY SPECIAL NOTES (R. H. Bearden Elementary School)

-Button down shirts are not allowed.

-Hoodies will be allowed, but the restrictions are listed below:
1. Hoodies must not display gang affiliations, offensive language, inappropriate images/messages.

2. Hood may not be worn indoors, except for religious or medical reasons.

3. Uniform shirt must remain visible or easily shown when a hoodie or jacket is worn.

-Male or Female head dress, of any type, is prohibited

-Body piercing, of any type, is prohibited.  Ear piercing can only be worn.

-Cut off pants are not allowed

-Students are required to use a clear or mesh backpack while on campus. Using any other type of backpack will be considered a uniform infraction.

Policy Review:

Each year, a district committee comprised of administrators, teachers, support personnel, parents, and student representatives of both schools will review the policy, assess its effectiveness, and make recommendations to the Superintendent and Board of Education for modifications, as appropriate.

WEST TALLAHATCHIE HIGH SCHOOL (7th – 8th and 9th – 12th)

●     Bottoms:  Skirts, skorts, shorts (knee length), jumpers, pants or capris.  No strings or zippers on the legs.  No leggings.  Skirts/dresses must not be worn more than 2” above the knees.

●     Shirts and blouses: Both shirts and blouses must be tucked in at all times.

●     Belt buckles:  Belt buckles must be same size as belt.

●     Head wear:  No hats, caps, scarves, doo rags, head rags, bandanas, and hooded shirts/sweaters.

●     Bookbags: Clear bookbags are required to promote safety.

●     Gym Shoes, Boots, and Loafers are the accepted shoes for students.  

UNIFORM POLICY NOTES (West Tallahatchie High School)

-Button down shirts are not allowed.

-Uniform shirts must be worn and visible at all times.

- Hoodies will be allowed as part of the school dress code.

Restrictions:

·       -Must not display gang affiliations, offensive language, or inappropriate images/messages.

·       -Hoods may not be worn indoors, except for religious or medical reasons.

·       -Uniform shirt must remain visible or easily shown when a hoodie or jacket is worn.

-Cut off pants are not allowed

-Male or Female head dress, of any type, is prohibited.

-Body piercing, of any type, is prohibited (nose piercings, tongue piercings, lip piercings, etc.). --The only body piercings allowed are ear piercings.

- All violations are subject to disciplinary action.

Students who show up to school (out of uniform) will be subject to disciplinary actions.

Policy Review:

Each year, a district committee comprised of administrators, teachers, support personnel, parents, and student representatives of both schools will review the policy, assess its effectiveness, and make recommendations to the Superintendent and Board of Education for modifications, as appropriate.