| Uniform Dress Code Policy (2009-10) 
The easiest solution for administration is to require all students to be measured for uniforms ordered from a catalog, as that would very simply eliminate most problems concerning dress. This policy represents a more creative approach- a collaborative effort between staff, parents and students, with several things in mind, two in particular.
First and foremost, dress must be modest and professional.
It would be nice to have complete confidence in every teenagers desire to dress modestly, professionally, and in a manner that represents and honors their family, school and God. However, we all know this is not always a matter close to the teenage heart. With that in mind, this policy outlines the options and defines what acceptable dress is and is not. Our desire is that dress, along these lines, will become a matter of heart and that ultimately students will desire to represent themselves well, at all times, without compulsion.
Second, the dress code was designed to be flexible in the non-essentials, such as color options, and cost -effective regarding where clothing that is clearly suitable and properly-fitted is purchased.
The team has designed a policy that combines the non-negotiables of modest, professional appearance, with a large variety of mix and match options that reduce to a minimum the potential for gray areas. We simply ask that families and students purchase and wear only clothing that clearly meets the guidelines, so that we can focus our energy to educate and inspire rather than to battle over attire.
On regular school days students may select from any of the "Class B" options except PE clothing. For designated special occasions, students will be asked to dress more formally. (See Special Occasion attire below.)
*** A general guideline is that school clothing must be essentially the same as the items pictured and described, regardless of where they are purchased.
| Young Women | Young Men | Shirts with collars- either polo style shirts or button up blouses, may have short or long sleeves, any solid color
- Short sleeves above the elbow, no “cap” sleeves or sleeveless shirts
- Long sleeves, may have cuffs
- Shirts with "tails" must be worn tucked in. Other shirts worn untucked must be long enough to completely cover all undergarments and trunk skin even when arms are raised, sitting and leaning forward or stooping down
- Button up blouses must be buttoned up - Shirts and blouses may be layered, but the underneath layer cannot protrude below the top layer and the under layer that shows on top must have a neat edge- no lacy undergarment look - No stripes or designs
- A very small manufacturer’s logo may be present,
but no words or pictures | Shirts with collars- either polo style shirts or button up shirts, may have short or long sleeves, any solid color
- All shirts with tails must be worn tucked in
- Button up shirts must be buttoned up, tie optional on regular dress days - A t-shirt may be worn under the polo or button up shirt, but the shirts must be buttoned up - No stripes or designs
- A very small manufacturer’s logo may be present, but no words or pictures | Pants- uniform-style khaki, navy, black or white pleated or plain cotton twill or corduroy look (no denim or cargos)
- Must be full length or a few inches shorter, no shorts or capris
- Must fit well but not tight or too loose and baggy, not sagging or dragging
- Straight legs or moderately flared bottom, no cargo pockets or extreme styles
- May be slightly off the waist if designed to be worn
that way and no skin exposed even when reaching, leaning or stooping | Pants- uniform-style khaki, navy, black or white pleated or plain cotton twill or corduroy look (no denim or cargos)
- Must be full length, no shorts
- Must fit well but not tight or too loose and baggy, not sagging or dragging
- Straight legs, no cargo pockets or extreme styles
- Must be worn at the waist | Skirts- uniform-style khaki, navy, black or white, plaid, pleated or plain cotton twill or corduroy (no denim or cargos)
- Must be loose fit, no shorter than 2” above knee
- No cargo pockets
- Slits, if present, must not be higher than 2” above Knee
- May be slightly off the waist if designed to be worn that way
- No skorts (that look like shorts in the back) | | Sweaters- may be pullovers, button up or vests with crew or v-neck, any solid color
- must be worn with an appropriate collared polo shirt or blouse - may have a hood, but must be worn down - no designs, same logo, word and picture restrictions | Sweaters- may be pullovers, button up or vests with crew or v-neck, any solid color - must be worn with an appropriate collared polo or button up shirt tucked in - may have a hood, but must be worn down - no designs, same logo, word and picture restrictions | Cornerstone Prep logo sweatshirt or any solid colored sweatshirt (with no hood) may be worn over a blouse or polo shirt as specified for sweaters | Cornerstone Prep logo sweatshirt or any solid colored sweatshirt (with no hood) may be worn over a polo or button up shirt as specified for sweaters | Special Occasion- Navy blazer, blouse, worn with khaki pants or skirt (may be specified for pants or skirt, depending on the occasion) | Special Occasion- Navy blazer, button up shirt and necktie, worn with khaki pants | Accessories-
- belts –must be worn with pants that have belt loops, navy, brown or black- no distracting buckles
- solid colored socks, tights and stockings | Accessories-
- belts –must be worn with pants that have exposed belt loops, navy, brown or black- no distracting buckles
- solid colored socks | Shoes- dress or casual shoes
- no sandals or athletic shoes to be worn in school
- heels 3” or lower - may be multi-colored or have a plaid or print design without words or pictures - dressier style boots must be laced up if worn, no cutouts or extreme looks | Shoes- dress or casual dress shoes
- no sandals, athletic shoes to be worn in school - may be multi-colored or have a plaid or print design without words or pictures - boots must be laced up if worn, no extreme looks | Miscellaneous-
- No visible tattoos
- No body piercings (one pair of conservative earrings only)
- Conservative makeup and jewelry
- No hats, caps, head scarves, bandanas or sunglasses are to be worn in school
- No coats, outdoor only jackets, etc. in school | Miscellaneous-
- No visible tattoos
- No body piercings
- Conservative jewelry
- No hats, caps, head scarves, bandanas or sunglasses are to be worn in school
- No coats, outdoor only jackets, etc. in school | P.E.- - Cornerstone Prep (or any solid-colored) T-shirt or non-hooded sweatshirt
- sport style gym shorts or sweatpants, fingertip length or longer
- athletic shoes and socks | P.E.-
- Cornerstone Prep (or any solid-colored) T-shirt or non hooded sweatshirt
- sport style gym shorts or sweatpants,
- athletic shoes and socks |
Casual day and theme dress days to be announced | |