AYE 2027 Geneva Academy - Uniform Policy

UNIFORM POLICY 2 0 2HANDBOOK 6-2027 SCHOOL

Philosophy & General Policy Geneva Academy’s Uniform Policy is founded in a desire to cultivate a professional culture that is neat, orderly, and honors God in our attire. We recognize that humans are both physical and spiritual beings made in the image of God, and the way we dress is an expression of stewardship of our bodies and regard for others.

Our uniform policy exists to foster: A Respectful and Focused Learning Environment Humility and Modesty, Making Appropriate Gendered Distinction Reduction of Peer Pressure and Social Stratification Sense of Identity and Unity The school administration will determine if there is a violation of the Uniform Policy, either in fact or attitude. Non-compliant students will be expected to correct their appearance quickly.

General Requirements Apparel: The uniform consists of one required uniform for dress days with optional acceptable items for casual days.

Students’ clothing must be clean, free of holes or tears, and be appropriately sized.

No visible undergarments.

Hair & Accessories: Students will keep their hair clean and well-groomed.

No visible tattoos are allowed.

Watches are allowed; they cannot make noise, have smart technology, or be cumbersome to wear. If watches becomes a distraction the teacher has the discretion to request it be removed.

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Uniform Requirements General Uniform Requirements apply to all students. Gender-specific uniform requirements follow: Gentlemen Hair must be kept in a traditional boys haircut, above collar, above eyebrows, and neatly groomed.

No unnatural hair coloring.

No makeup, nail polish, earrings, body piercing jewelry or visible tattoos.

Shirts must be tucked in.

Belt must be worn.

Pants may not be cargo, flair, or skinny No jewelry except for watch No mustaches or beards. Students should be clean shaven.

Ladies Hair must be a natural color and feminine.

Hair accessories must be fitting to the style of the uniform, which is modest and conservative.

Modesty is required; bike shorts are strongly suggested under jumpers.

Primary students: no makeup or artificial nails.

Nail polish color must be classy and fitting to the uniform, and manicured to a natural length and shape.

Earrings are allowed and must be classy and fitting to the uniform; no body piercing jewelry.

If hair accessories or jewelry become a distraction, the teacher and adminstration have the discretion to request they be removed.

Purchasing Information We hope that our uniforms can save families both and time and money. By deemphasizing the social impact of dress, the uniform helps focus the students on character and academic issues. It strives to level the playing field for every student, regardless of economic context.

Global Schoolwear carries our preferred plaid (pictured to the right) and other items.

You may purchase socks, tights, and shoes on Amazon, Target, Old Navy and similar retailers. When purchasing from an outside retailer, please consult the images and links we have provided to ensure continuity.

The approved plaid is “White Plaid” from Global Schoolwear.

PRIMARY SCHOOL GIRLS Category

Dress Uniform

Regular Uniform

White collared shirts Navy or white polo

Collared white dress shirt (no polos)

Sweaters

Solid navy, heather gray vneck, button-down or zipper

N/A

Bottoms

Plaid jumper Plaid or navy skirt Khaki or navy pants

Tops

White plaid jumper

(allowed from Thanksgiving to Spring Break)

Footwear

Solid White, navy, or heather gray socks, tights or leggings Brown or black casual dress shoe, closed toe Solid white, navy, or black sneaker (canvas or leather)

Brown or black dress shoes only White socks or tights (no leggings)

SECONDARY SCHOOL LADIES Category

Regular Uniform

Dress Uniform

Tops

White or light blue short or long-sleeve oxford, peter pan, or pinpoint style

White long-sleeve fitted blouse (tucked in)

Blazer/ Sweaters

Navy blazer or Solid navy, heather gray vneck, button-down or zipper

Navy blazer

Bottoms

Plaid or navy skirt Khaki or navy flat front or pleated pants

White plaid skirt

(allowed Thanksgiving to Spring Break)

Footwear

Solid white, navy or heather gray socks or tights black or brown dress shoes

Brown or black dress shoes

PRIMARY SCHOOL BOYS Category

Regular Uniform

Dress Uniform

Tops

White, navy or heather gray long- or short-sleeve polo Long- or short-sleeve white oxford

Short or long-sleeve white oxford

Sweaters

Solid navy, heather gray vneck, button-down or zipper

N/A

Bottoms

Footwear

Accessories

Khaki or navy pants or shorts (shorts allowed before Thanksgiving and after Spring Break)

Black, brown, white or navy socks Brown or black casual dress shoe, closed toe Solid colored sneaker (white, black, brown, navy)

Brown or black belt

Khaki pants

Dark socks Brown or black dress shoes

Brown or black belt White plaid tie

SECONDARY SCHOOL GENTLEMEN Category

Regular Uniform

Dress Uniform

Tops

Short or long-sleeve white or light blue oxford

Long-sleeve white oxford

Blazer/ Sweaters

Navy blazer or Solid navy, heather gray vneck, button-down or zipper

Navy blazer

Bottoms

Khaki or navy pants

Khaki pants

Footwear

Black, brown, khaki or navy socks Brown or black dress shoe

Dark socks Brown or black dress shoes

Accessories

White plaid tie Brown or black casual or dress belt

Brown or black belt White plaid tie