Uniforms

Students at Family Foundations Academy will be required to wear school apparel that displays the school logo.

FFA encourages students to practice proper grooming techniques and hygiene so that the learning environment is not disrupted.

Shirts

Grades 1 through 3

Green, pink (ladies) or white polo shirts with the board-approved Family Foundations Academy logo must be worn at all times during school hours. There are two styles of shirts available in two variations: short- and long-sleeve polos and short- and long-sleeve blouses. Shirts must be tucked in at all times. No more than the top two buttons of the shirt may be left open. The school logo must be visible at all times. Altering of required school shirts and/or logo is not permissible. Long-sleeve garments may not be worn underneath school shirts that have short sleeves. An acceptable alternative is to wear long sleeve school shirts or school sweaters. Turtleneck shirts are allowed to be worn under long sleeve shirts only and must be a solid color.

Grades 4 and 5

Pink (ladies) or white oxford shirts with the board-approved Family Foundations Academy logo must be worn at all times during school hours. There are two styles of shirts available: short and long-sleeve oxfords. Shirts must be tucked in at all times. Boys must wear a khaki tie with the oxford shirt. The school logo must be visible at all times. Altering of required school shirts and/or logo is not permissible. Long-sleeve garments may not be worn underneath school shirts that have short sleeves. An acceptable alternative is to wear long sleeve school shirts or school sweaters. Turtleneck shirts are allowed to be worn under long sleeve shirts only and must be a solid color.

Sweaters — All Grades

School sweaters with the embroidered Family Foundations Academy logo are the only permissible outer garments to be worn in class. School sweaters are available in a V-neck cardigan and pullover style. The sweater must be worn with a school shirt underneath. Blazers and coats may not be worn in class. Outer garments (other than sweaters) must be stored in the student's classroom and may not be carried around the school.

Pants — All Grades

Students must wear khaki pants that fit appropriately, being neither too tight nor too loose. Additionally, pants should not be too long; they should not drag on the ground. Pants should be worn at the natural waist at all times; “low-riders,” “hip- huggers” and/or the “sag and drag” look is not suitable for school.
Jeans of any style, color or fabric are not permitted. No denim or denim-like material, regardless of color, is allowed.
Knit, stretch, Lycra®, fleece, athletic, sweats, yoga, leggings or warm-up pants are not allowed. Likewise, leather, leather- like, iridescent fabrics, and/or frayed, faded, or torn garments are not acceptable. Patterns, plaids and stripes are not acceptable.

Skirts, Skorts and Shorts — All Grades

Skirts, skorts and shorts are permissible; however, they must be khaki and may not be shorter than four inches above the knee.

Jumpers — All Grades

Jumpers are available in the approved plaid or the solid tan with the embroidered Family Foundations Academy school logo and must be purchased through one of the school's two vendors (Dennis Uniform or Land's End). The short- or long-sleeve Peter Pan collar shirt is designed to be worn under the jumper. However, any FFA approved shirt may be worn under the jumper.

Jewelry, Hair Styles and Accessories

Excessive jewelry, make-up, hairstyles or other accessories that are deemed by the school administration to be distracting or distasteful will not be permitted.

Hairstyles should reflect the atmosphere of decorum desired by the school. Unnatural color dyes, spiked hair and Mohawks are examples of hairstyles that would not be acceptable. Individual cases will be addressed by the administration.

The only permissible body piercings are earrings. Earrings must be no more than a nickel size to minimize distraction. Students are not prohibited from wearing jewelry; however Family Foundations Academy discourages wearing any type of valuable articles that could present hardship if lost or stolen. Expensive articles are worn at your own risk. Family Foundations Academy does not assume responsibility for articles lost or stolen.

Hats, bandanas, sweatbands (head and/or wrist) and sunglasses are all considered inappropriate for regular school wear. Writing on hands and arms is not appropriate and is not allowed.

Tights/Knee Socks with Skirts, Skorts and Jumpers

When wearing skirts, skorts or jumpers, solid-colored white tights are permissible. If wearing knee socks, solid-colored white knee socks are permissible. Students are not permitted to wear leg warmers, printed patterns or leggings.

Shoes

Flat-soled dress shoes or athletic shoes may be worn all year round, but they cannot be tattered or have an assortment of colors (black, brown or white shoes or sneakers are acceptable). Footwear should be secured on the foot (laces tied and/or velcro fastened). Sandals, open-back shoes, light up shoes, crocs, moccasins and heeley shoes (shoes with wheels) are not permitted. Boots are permitted if the pant leg lays over the boot. Timberland style boots are not permitted as part of the school uniform. Boots may not be worn with skirts, skorts or jumpers. Pants may not be tucked into any type of footwear. Students must wear shoes and solid-colored socks at all times. Sneakers embellished with colors are not permitted (Pastries or Colored Converse).

Gym Uniform

Students must wear hunter green or gray t-shirts, sweatpants, and/or shorts with the board-approved school logo. Students may also wear a polo shirt and sweatpants. Sneakers that light up are not permitted. Sneakers must be worn with the gym uniform. Students who do not have the approved physical education attire on will not be permitted to participate.

Consequences for Violating Dress Code

The administration reserves the right to determine whether a student is in compliance with the dress code and specify consequences for non-compliance. Any inappropriate or distractive appearance will be addressed by the administration on an individual basis.

Minor dress violations such as untucked shirts will result in verbal warnings or issuance of demerits. Failure to follow repeated warnings could be considered insubordination. Students who are not in dress code may not attend classes until correction is made. If correction is not practical, parents will be contacted and will have to provide appropriate clothing for their child before he/she is permitted to attend classes. If parents cannot be contacted, the student will remain in the school office for the remainder of the day. Repeated failure to conform to dress code may result in more severe penalties.

The following are examples of violations that will result in restriction from classes:

Non-school shirt
Non-conforming pants, shorts, skirts
Shorts or skirts that are more than four inches above the knee
Clothing that is overly tight or baggy
Refusal to adhere to dress code (ex. refusing to tuck shirt in)
Unacceptable piercing or hairstyles
Any major inappropriate or distractive appearance as deemed by the administration

Official Vendors

Order on-line or call:

Dennis Uniform Co;  www.dennisuniform.com school code BTOOFF (800-854-6951)

Lands' End; www.landsend.com/school school code 9001-3044-4 (800-469-2222)