PURPOSE

Parker maintains a commitment to standards of dress that are appropriate for the school day. The purpose of the dress code is to create a sense of community and equality among the student body; to ensure students’ comfort during the many activities they may participate in throughout the school day; to promote the equitable treatment of all students regardless of gender, race, religion, or economic standing; and to create a distractionfree academic environment.

The School reserves the right to interpret the appropriateness of student dress and grooming as needed, even if such is not specifically delineated in the dress code guidelines. Dress code policies are in effect every school day while the student is on campus, not merely during school hours. During school-sponsored events off-campus or outside of the school day, the School may request that students be in dress code and will provide adequate advance notice. Accommodations for religious and ethnic observances are always allowed.

General Appearance

All clothing must be unaltered from its original form and in good quality: free of rips, tears, and fading. All tops must be long enough in length to fully cover the torso from shoulders to the waist and all bottoms must be long enough that they reach the bottom of a student’s fingertips when the arm is fully extended. Additionally, all undergarments must be completely covered by the student’s apparel and should not by visible above or below tops and bottoms. Swimwear, tank tops, and athletic or loungewear pants or shorts are not permitted. For the purpose of Parker’s dress code, references to solid color clothing specify that the item is of one color and is free from any and all brand logos, words, or designs. The School reserves the right to determine the acceptability and appropriateness of a student’s appearance and attire even if such is not specifically delineated in the policy.

Partnership

Students in Grades JK-12 are checked for dress code compliance daily—this check starts at home. We appreciate the partnership with each parent and guardian to ensure that students arrive at Campus wearing dress code approved clothing. Each parent, guardian, and Parker faculty or staff member plays an active role in dress code enforcement.