Northeast Ohio Classical Academy Uniform Policy
A school uniform is crucial to decorum in a successful classical school, accomplishing three key goals. First, it diminishes the burden of fashion’s importance. This removes distractions in the classroom and maintains focus on the task at hand. Second, it helps students take school more seriously by acknowledging that, through dress, we respect classmates, teachers, and the common enterprise of education. Third, it develops school identity and pride. All students are therefore expected to adhere to the school Uniform Policy.
When questions about particular aspects of the uniform arise, the student is expected to follow the general and leading spirit of the policy, which is to diminish distractions, show respect, and elevate the tenor of the school.
Students must be in uniform to attend class. Consequences for not wearing the proper uniforms are outlined in the family handbook.
All items that include either the school logo or the school plaid must be purchased through Land’s End.
Each uniform combination must include the official school plaid, patch, or embroidery. The standard uniform combinations are an option for every day of the school year.
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Guidelines
Pants/Shorts:
Khaki or Navy pants/shorts
- Khaki or Navy jeggings, skinny pants, joggers, cargo pants, etc. are not permissible.
- Style and color must be comparable to Lands’ End Khaki and Navy pants/shorts
- Brown or Black belt required with pants/shorts (belt optional in Kindergarten)
Shirt:
Navy or white standard collared shirt or Peter Pan collared shirt (for girls) or long sleeve polo shirt with the NEOCA logo.
Shirts must be tucked in at all times.
As an alternative option to the logoed polo, students may wear a short or long-sleeved white button down collared shirt with a tie (cross tie for girls, full plaid tie for boys).
- No visible brand names/logos aside from NEOCA patch logo
Jumper/skirts:
Classic Navy Plaid Jumper can be purchased from Lands’ End for girls in grades K-2nd only.
Classic Navy Plaid Skirts can be purchased from Land’s End for girls in grades 3rd-7th only.
- Modesty shorts or leggings must be worn underneath jumper (not required with tights).
- Girls jumper/skirts top of knee
- Skirts must be plaid
Socks:
Navy, white, tan, or black quarter or crew sock · Navy or white knee socks · Navy or white tights
Ankle or no-show socks are not permitted.
Shoes:
Tennis shoes may be worn as part of the daily school uniform for students in grades K-7. Tennis shoes are also required for all PE classes. To promote student safety and preserve the gym floor, adherence to the following school dress code guidelines apply:
- Tennis shoes must be solid black, tan/cognac, navy, or white, including logos and soles.
- No platform, high tops, heeled, snow boots, light up, roller tennis shoes, rhinestone/sparkles, or hiking-style tennis shoes will be allowed for boys or girls.
- If your student’s shoes have laces, they must be able to tie them without assistance.
Belts:
Kindergarten through 2nd graders are encouraged, but not required to wear belts.
Belts are mandatory for 3rd through 7th graders.
Grooming/Accessories:
For all grades, hair must be maintained and a student’s face must be visible at all times during the day.
Hair colors must be of a natural hue and tone, and styles must not be a distraction or deterance from the overall uniform.
All hair accessories (beads, bows, clips, etc) must be in black, white, or school colors (navy or burgundy)
Jewelry must be minimal and tasteful, with no more than 1 piercing per ear for girls. Necklaces and bracelets are limited to one piece each.
No facial piercings (eyebrow, nose, lip, etc)
Nail decor and hair accessories are limited to colors reflected in the uniform guide.
Generally speaking, makeup is not appropriate for students to wear during the school day. However, for our oldest students, natural makeup is permitted. Heavy eyeliner, bright lip color, and blushes are strictly prohibited.