Dress Code

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    General Uniform Policy Information

    Dress Code means a set of parameters that describes acceptable and unacceptable student apparel to ensure the health and safety of all students and creates a positive learning environment; and refers to the District-wide and/or School Specific Dress Codes.

    Section 1001.43(1) (b), Fla. Stat., authorizes the Board to require uniforms to be worn by the student body or impose other dress-related requirements.

    Tops

    • All tops must be solid colors (no stripes/designs)
    • Uniform polo (collared)
    • Button down collared shirts/blouses
    • Belvedere school polo
    • Solid sweater, cardigans, no hoodies
    • Solid jumper/ dresses
    • Belvedere issued t-shirt
    • College logo shirts on Fridays only

    Bottoms

    All bottoms must be solid navy blue, black, or khaki

    • Pants, shorts, or skirts
    • Jeans may be worn on Fridays only (no holes or designs)
    • Spandex pants, spandex/bicycle shorts, and leggings may not be worn alone. They may be worn under skirts.
    • Athletic shorts or sweatpants may not be worn

    Shoes

    • Sneakers, loafers or other closed-toed shoes required
    • Students should be able to tie their own laces
    • Open-toed/back shoes, such as flip-flops, sandals, Crocs, and heels are not permitted
    • Shoes with wheels are not permitted
    • Sneakers should be worn on PE days

    General Apparel Guidelines

    • Clothing must be clean, without holes and fit appropriately- not too loose, not too tight.
    • Shoulders, midriffs, backs, and undergarments may not be exposed.
    • Bottoms should sit at the waist and cover the thigh until right above the knee (not to exceed 2–3 inches above the knee).
    • Accessories that would distract from learning are prohibited (bulky headbands or other headwear, excessive/ play jewelry, purses, etc.)
    • Any clothing or backpacks with inappropriate language; images; or pictures are prohibited.
    • Fanny packs and purses may not be worn - they must be kept in a backpack.

    Dress Code Violations

    • Parent contact
    • Students will be required to change to meet the dress code.
    • Additional consequences will apply for habitual or major violations.