Out of respect to community members with life-threatening allergies, peanuts and tree nuts are not served at Bement. Our allergy list is updated each year, and the school communicates foods of concern to faculty and staff members. If your child has or develops food allergies, please inform Student Health Services. Both lower and upper school students may consider a variety of lunch offerings and should choose a lunch representing at least three food groups. Faculty table heads will check to see that each student does this and eats food selected. Special diets must be approved by the school medical staff in consultation with the family doctor.
Dress Code Bement’s dress code has long reflected the school’s commitment to transformative education as a vital experience that deserves respect. Hence, students and employees adhere to certain standards of dress to recognize the difference in purpose between school and other settings. At the same time, Bement seeks to create an environment that balances an emphasis on inclusion with developmentally appropriate opportunities for self-expression. The standards of dress for the Bement community delineated below attempt to honor these important priorities and contribute positively to a school environment that promotes learning. As it does with any other educational tool, Bement is committed to utilizing the dress code as an opportunity for learning and growth. With that goal in mind, faculty and staff will engage in constructive, supportive conversations with students as they seek to understand and adhere to these expectations. All students must come to school dressed in a neat, clean manner, appropriate for the weather and for a range of school activities. During school functions or special occasions, students should dress in a manner consistent with the seriousness and formality of the setting. This may include Formal Friday Dress on certain occasions; notice will be provided in advance through the Look Ahead. With that in mind, the following guidelines compose Bement’s School Day Dress code: • All clothing should be neat and clean. Ripped, torn, or distressed attire is not permitted. • Tops should fully cover the torso and tops of shoulders, be appropriate for school, and not interfere with a student’s ability to participate fully in a range of school activities. • Students should avoid clothing displaying words or slogans. Any visible logos or graphics must be appropriate for a school setting and not offensive or provocative.
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