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Uniform Guidelines

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Campus Wear

The standard of dress at Oaks Christian School (OCS) is designed to contribute positively to the learning environment and the commitment to academic excellence and Christian faith. Students should reflect good taste, cleanliness, neatness, and modesty in their daily appearance. The campus-wear requirements are clearly stated so that the students will meet the school's guidelines successfully. The uniform distinguishes OCS students and promotes community and school pride. All brands displayed by students must align with the mission and values of Oaks Christian.

Regular Dress Uniform

On regular dress days, students are to wear clothing as listed below while on campus and while representing the school off-campus. Clothing must be clean, worn in good taste, and the appropriate size and length. Please note that all clothing items worn at school are to be purchased from Dennis Uniform and Mills or the OCS Masry Campus Store. Authorized items from Malachi's Closet may be worn. No other clothing items are acceptable. Please visit our Dennis Uniforms site or BSN Spirit Wear site for ordering information.

At no time should a student wear any article of clothing or carry an item (e.g. notebook, backpack, etc.) that displays an offensive quality or slogan or that does not support the values, rules, or philosophy of the school.

Students staying on campus after school are to remain in uniform unless dressed for an athletic event. Students are encouraged to dress appropriately. Choices made by students should always reflect the values of Oaks Christian School.

Tops

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White, black, cardinal, or gray OCS polo Long- or short-sleeved OCS white Oxford shirt. OCS-approved spirit wear from BSN
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Undershirts (optional) must be plain white or black only and are to be tucked in at all times.
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Neckties from the campus store are permissible.
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No non-OCS shirts
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Undershirts cannot have lettering or graphics
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A sweatshirt may not be worn as an undershirt.

Bottoms

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Black, gray, or khaki pants or shorts worn at waist level. OCS-approved spirit wear from BSN
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No "sagging" or "rolling"
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No cargo pants, jeans, pajama pants, sweatpants, or yoga pants
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No prominent non-OCS logos

Shoes

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Shoes may be athletic or dress shoes.
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No high heels, no shoes with open toes or heels, and no Crocs

Outerwear

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Sweaters: A black, cardinal, or gray sweater may be worn on regular dress days.
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Sweatshirts: ALL sweatshirts must have an OCS logo.
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Jackets: In inclement weather, students may wear a heavy jacket (with or without a logo) while outside.
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Hats must have an OCS logo.
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Non-OCS sweaters or sweatshirts may not be worn on-campus at any time.
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Sweatshirt hoods may not be worn indoors.
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Jackets and hats may not be worn indoors.

Athletic Wear

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OCS team sports jersey tops can be worn on game days with the regular school uniform guidelines still in place.
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Students are to wear clean PE clothes and athletic shoes during PE class.
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PE clothes (grades 6-8) may not be worn in the classroom.

Appearance

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Hair must be well-groomed, not in the eyes, and of a natural hair color. Only modest, simple hair bands or clips should be worn.
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Jewelry should be kept to a minimum and must be modest.
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Make-up, if worn, should be modest (only allowed for girls).
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No excessively ornate hair implements are allowed
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No visible body piercing or tattoos permitted (1 piercing per ear is acceptable for girls only).

Performing Arts Formal Dress Uniform

Students in Performing Arts electives (choir, band, strings) will be asked to wear a formal uniform for special occasions, including special events, field trips, and school performances. The formal dress code includes:

GIRLS

  • White, long- or short-sleeved OCS Oxford shirt, tucked in all day
  • Black, box-pleat skirt
  • Black, flat shoes, and coordinating socks
  • Cardinal, OCS V-neck pullover sweater

BOYS

  • White, long- or short-sleeved OCS Oxford shirt, tucked in all day
  • Black twill pants
  • Plain black leather belt
  • Black shoes and coordinating socks
  • Cardinal, OCS V-neck pullover sweater

Special Dress Days

From time to time, the entire school community may have a themed dress day. Regular uniform guidelines apply, with the following exceptions and rules:

  • All brands displayed by students must be in alignment with the mission and values of Oaks Christian.
  • Any style of belt, hat, socks, sweatshirt, and jacket is permissible, as designated by the special dress occasion.
  • Any style shirt may be allowed, as designated by the special dress day, as long as it has sleeves, extends below the waist, and avoids a low-cut neckline, bare shoulders or visible straps.
  • If awarded a free dress day, students may wear jeans with any style shirt. However, students may not wear sweatpants or pajamas.