Uniform Guide 2020

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UNIFORM GUIDE 2020

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IDEA’S DRESS CODE AND UNIFORM POLICY Professional, color-coded school uniforms help students focus on what matters most at school - learning!

IDEA Public Schools continuously strives to create a positive school culture so that our students can focus on learning. This means paying attention to every detail, big and small, to ensure that our students succeed academically and #BeyondTheClassroom.

We believe that school uniforms have a beneficial impact on students’ self esteem, attendance, graduation rates, and discipline. Uniforms eliminate unnecessary distractions (such as who has the coolest tennis shoes), and ensure students’ focus remains on academic success. Uniforms are an important part of the IDEA culture.

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POLO SHIRT

IDEA Polo Shirt

Color depends on grade level: Blue: K - 5th, 8th; Red: 6th & 10th; Orange: 7th & 11th; Green: 9th; Black: 12th No Excuses embroidered shirts are required in all regions except for Southern Louisiana.

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BELT

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PANTS

Plain black leather belt for 2nd grade and up

Flat front khaki pants

(Poly cotton twill material recommended; no jeans; no cargo)

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SHOES

All black shoes with black laces and black soles.

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OVERALL APPEARANCE MALE STUDENTS: Short, clean-cut hair (above the neck), natural hair color, no mohawks or shaved hair designs, and no facial hair FEMALE STUDENTS: Combed hair and natural-looking hair color, only light makeup for young women in grades 9 - 12

POLO SHIRT IDEA embroidered polo shirt Polo shirt must be long enough to be tucked in SPIRIT SHIRT School spirit shirt with jeans (or college shirt) can be worn on Friday and during other principal designated days OUTERWEAR IDEA embroidered jackets or hoodies may be worn in the classroom and to/from school Jackets in IDEA blue w/gold accent from approved vendor or same style jacket in IDEA-designated school colors.

Non IDEA embroidered sweatshirts may only be worn to/from school and during extracurricular activities IDEA blue fleece lined jacket BELT Plain black belt No embellishment (studs, ornate buckles, cutouts, etc.)

BOTTOMS Monday - Thursday: khaki style pants in approved styles and colors Friday: blue jeans with no holes, tears, studs, or designs No khaki or skinny jeans, cargo pants, cargo shorts, leggings or jeggings Skirts and shorts must be knee length HATS All hats or headbands can be worn to/from school but shall not be worn into classrooms or hallways.

Exceptions may be made by the Principal during cold-weather months.

JEWELRY No body piercings (eyebrows, nose, face, tongue, etc.)

No earrings of any kind for male students Earrings for female students must not be larger than 1 inch SHOES All black sneakers with black laces and soles No boots, heels, sandals, wheels, lights, or open toe shoes.

White or black socks

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POLO SHIRTS:

Shirts available at select locations and ideashirts.net. All locations will have inventory by June 1.

GRADES: K-5, 8 GRADES: K-5, 8 GRADES: GRADES: K-5, K-5, 8 8

GRADES: 6, 10 GRADES: 6, 10 GRADES: GRADES: 6, 6, 1010

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OUTERWEAR: GRADES: K-5, 8 GRADES: 6, 10 GRADES: 6, 10 OUTERWEAR: OUTERWEAR:

GRADES: PRE-K – 5, 8 OUTERWEAR:

GRADES: 7, 11 GRADES: 7, 11 GRADES: GRADES: 7, 7, 11 11

GRADE: 9 GRADE: 9 GRADE: GRADE: 9 9

GRADE: 12 GRADE: 12 GRADE: GRADE: 1212

GRADES: 7, 11 GRADES: 7, 11

GRADE: 9 GRADES: 9

GRADE: 12 GRADES: 12

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$33.50 + Tax

ALL IDEA CAMPUSES ALL IDEA CAMPUSES LIGHT WEIGHT ALL ALL IDEA IDEA CAMPUSES CAMPUSES

MID-WEIGHT

ALL IDEA CAMPUSES ACCESSORIES:

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$40 + Tax

$25.00 - $27.00 + Tax

FLEECE

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BOYS BOTTOMS

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BOYS BOTTOMS: Refer to the sample images below before purchasing at retail locations.

SHORTS SHORTS

PANTS PANTS

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BOYS BOTTOMS: Refer to the sample images below before purchasing at retail locations.

BOYS BOTTOMS: Refer to the sample images below before purchasing at retail locations.

SHORTS SHORTS

PANTS PANTS

FLEX PANTS FLEX PANTS

GIRLS BOTTOMS: Refer to the sample images below before purchasing at retail locations.

SHORTS SKORTS CAPRIS Refer to the sample images below before purchasing at retail locations.

GIRLS BOTTOMS GIRLS BOTTOMS: Refer to the sample images below before purchasing at retail locations.

GIRLS BOTTOMS: Refer to the sample images below before purchasing at retail locations.

SHORTS SKORTS CAPRIS SHORTS SKORTS CAPRIS SHORTS *must include shorts SKORTS CAPRIS for activities.

PANTS

FLEX PANTS

PANTS PANTS PANTS

FLEX PANTS FLEX PANTS FLEX PANTS

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POLO SHIRTS:

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POLO SIZING CHART

Uniform shirts tend to run slimmer compared to national brands, but experience little to no shrinkage.

CHEST MEASUREMENT

GRADES: K-5, 8 SIZE

CHEST SIZE

Youth X-Small

23” - 24”

Youth Small

24” - 26”

Youth Medium

26” - 28”

Youth Large

30” - 32”

Youth XL

32” - 34”

Adult Small

34” - 36”

Adult Medium

38” - 40”

Adult Large

42” - 44”

Adult X-Large

46” - 48”

Adult 2X-Large

50” - 52”

Adult 3X-Large

53” - 56”

Adult 4X-Large

57” - 60”

Adult 5X-Large

61” - 64”

GRADE

OUTERWEAR:

Light Weight, Available Mid-June

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UNIFORM FAQ Q: Why are we enforcing uniform standards consistently across IDEA Public Schools?

A: IDEA Public Schools believes that uniforms play an important role in maintaining a culture of focused learning and positive behavior, and in many respects, the image of IDEA Public Schools. Uniforms promote a sense of school identity and cohesion, helping to raise the standards of school academics and prepare students for success in college and citizenship.

Q: Why do we have the same uniform standards Pre-K – 12?

A: The only variation in uniforms by grade level is the color of the polo shirt. It is important to share uniform standards across the organization. In most instances, Academy and College Prep schools are located on one campus. Younger students learn and emulate older students. In turn, older students serve as role models. Unifying standards allows for consistency in and across all of our schools.

Q: Why are male students required to have short clean-cut hair (above the neck)?

A: Clean-cut hair eliminates unnecessary distractions (i.e. who has the coolest hair style or color?). Extreme, eccentric, trendy haircuts or hairstyles are not acceptable. If students use dyes, tints, or bleaches, they must choose those that result in a natural hair color. Colors that detract from a professional student appearance are prohibited.

Q: Why can’t we have slight variation in the standards, our own shoes for example?

A: Experts say that standard uniforms reduce peer pressure by removing attention from economic and social differences among students. They also find that standard uniforms save parents money, time, and energy.

For these reasons, IDEA Public Schools is committed to making sure that IDEA students’ uniforms are the same across all schools.

Q: Why do we have approved vendors?

A: We have approved vendors for two reasons: IDEA Public Schools has approved vendors in order to ensure the most competitive pricing and consistency for all IDEA parents and students. Our vendors are dedicated to superior customer service and serving IDEA families.

Q: What if people are not able to afford the uniform requirements?

A: We understand that uniform costs can be expensive, particularly for our lowest-income families and those families with multiple children. We have worked with our approved vendors to provide the most cost effective and durable product possible. If the uniform expenses represent a hardship for families, we will work with them during and throughout the school year to ensure all students are in uniform.

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APPROVED VENDORS

Due to COVID-19, stores are currently closed to in-store shopping. We strongly encourage you to call your local store to determine their hours, curbside options, and appointment options. More information will be made available regarding hours via your campus Facebook page.

If clothing size changes are required prior to the beginning of the school year, you may exchange items at your local store. However, clothing must be unworn and unwashed, and proof of purchase is required.

RIO GRANDE VALLEY

AUSTIN

1. RGV PRO DIRECT

1. TODAY’S STYLE #1

2. DICKIES FACTORY STORE

2. TODAY’S STYLE #2

1913 W HOUSTON AVE. MCALLEN, TX 78501 956-627-6161 506 S. NEVADA WESLACO, TX 78596 956-280-5209

1900 N. EXPRESSWAY 77/83 BROWNSVILLE, TX 78521 (956) 280-5209

3. CHUY’S CUSTOM SPORTS 1975 US-77 BUS SAN BENITO, TX 78586 956-399-5685

4. FABY’S EMBROIDERY & UNIFORMS 603 E. 2ND ST. RIO GRANDE CITY, TX 78582 956-487-0751

LOUISIANA 1. YOUNG FASHIONS SCHOOL UNIFORMS 11111 COURSEY BLVD. BATON ROUGE, LA 70816 225-766-1010 5700 CROWDER BLVD. NEW ORLEANS, LA 70127 504-841-0377

1915 E. RIVERSIDE DR. AUSTIN, TX 78741 512-447-000

4631 AIRPORT BLVD., #104 AUSTIN, TX 78751 512-300-2772

3. AUSTIN UNIFORM SHOP 5510 S IH 35 FRONTAGE RD. AUSTIN, TX 78745 512-785-0855

HOUSTON 1. THE UNIFORM SUPER STORE

IDEA UNIFORM GARMENTS WILL BE AVAILABLE STARTING JUNE 1, 2020.

12300 NORTH FWY HOUSTON, TX 77060 281-876-1552

EL PASO 1. MEX-TEX UNIFORMS

1155 N. ZARAGOZA RD. #B101 EL PASO, TX 79907 915-858-1465 1850 HUNTER DR. #105 EL PASO, TX 79915 915-590-1965

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APPROVED VENDORS

Due to COVID-19, stores are currently closed to in-store shopping. We strongly encourage you to call your local store to determine their hours, curbside options, and appointment options. More information will be made available regarding hours via your campus Facebook page.

If clothing size changes are required prior to the beginning of the school year, you may exchange items at your local store. However, clothing must be unworn and unwashed, and proof of purchase is required.

SAN ANTONIO

TARRANT COUNTY

1. RGV PRO DIRECT

1. ACADEMIC OUTFITTERS

2. BEACONS

2. DOROTHY’S SCRUBS

10720 PERRIN BEITEL RD. SAN ANTONIO, TX 78217 210-647-6227

321 N. NEW BRAUNFELS SAN ANTONIO, TX 78202 210-223-3311

3. NATIONAL OUTDOORS 5600 BANDERA RD. SAN ANTONIO, TX 78216 210-680-3322

6900 SAN PEDRO AVE. #117 SAN ANTONIO, TX 78238 210-979-8111

4. STREET GEAR

1717 SW. MILITARY DR. SAN ANTONIO, TX 78221 210-932-4327

5945 POSEY LN HALTOM CITY, TX 76117 817-840-6270

IDEA UNIFORM GARMENTS WILL BE AVAILABLE STARTING JUNE 1, 2020.

1220 PENNSYLVANIA AVE FORT WORTH, TX 76104 817-332-7580