TCS Uniform Policy

To avoid overemphasis on changing fashion and the immodest dress that can appear in fashion trends, TCS has adopted a school uniform for its students.  We want to avoid social pressures that children are often under to conform to the latest styles. We believe that as a part of a high quality education students should acquire an understanding of acceptable habits for attire and grooming. Final decisions in interpretation of the following uniform policy are trusted to the school board and administration.

Girls

1.  Blouse: Blank, solid white, primary red or navy blue. Styles include knit “polo” style shirt with a collar and buttons (long or short-sleeved), turtlenecks, uniform blouse, broadcloth, front button, Peter pan or pointed collar. If the shirt falls below the middle of the thigh, it must be tucked in. 

2.  Skort/Jumper: Red and blue plaid, knee length (no more than 3” above the knee cap), purchased from the Dennis Uniform Company.  Or plain, navy blue, knee length (no more than 3” above the knee cap). For playground modesty, shorts should be worn under skirts but should not be longer than the skirt.

3.  Pants: Navy blue, blank, solid, non-fading, simple, loose-fitting classic style.  Fabric choices include broadcloth, twill, and corduroy.  NO JEANS OR STRETCH PANTS.

4.  Shorts: Navy blue uniform shorts are an option and may be worn year round.  Parents are expected to insure students are dressed appropriately based upon the weather. Shorts must fit well and not be excessively baggy or excessively small. The shorts may be worn with solid white, primary red or solid navy blue crew socks. 

5.  Socks, tights, legwarmers: Solid white, primary red or navy blue. 

6.  Shoes: Sturdy, durable, closed-toed shoes such as tennis shoes.  Shoes are to be firmly fitting.  Shoe laces must be tied. The same guidelines for shoes apply to “Casual Dress Days”.

7.  Make-up and jewelry: Light make-up may be worn by 7^th and 8^th graders only.  It should be applied at home (do not bring make-up to put on at school).  All earrings must rest close to the ear and cannot dangle dangerously. Button or stud earrings not larger than a dime are acceptable.  Middle school:  No jewelry is allowed in P.E. or at games.

Boys

1.  Shirt: Blank, solid white, primary red or navy blue collared or turtleneck. If the shirt falls below the middle of the thigh, it must be tucked in. 

2.  Pants: Navy blue, blank, solid, non-fading, traditional style and fit. Fabric choices include twill, cotton-polyester, or corduroy.  Pants must fit well and not be excessively baggy. Holes must be patched.

3.  Shorts: Navy blue uniform shorts are an option and may be worn year round.  Parents are expected to insure students are dressed appropriately based upon the weather. Shorts must fit well and not be excessively baggy or excessively small. The shorts may be worn with solid white, primary red or solid navy blue crew socks. 

4.  Belt: Plain, with no large or decorative buckles.

5.  Socks: Solid white, primary red or navy blue.

6. Shoes: Sturdy, durable, closed-toed shoes such as tennis shoes or street hikers.  Shoes are to be firmly fitting, not oversized.  Shoe laces must be tied. The same guidelines for shoes apply to “Casual Dress Days”.

Boys and Girls

1.  Sweaters, vests, windbreakers, or lightweight jackets: Solid navy blue, primary red, or white may be worn during the entire school day. Collared blouse or shirt must be worn under sweaters and sweatshirts.

2.  Sweatshirts (Hooded or Non-Hooded):  Solid, blank navy blue, primary red, white or TCS logo apparel may be worn during the entire school day.  Collared blouse or shirt must be worn under sweatshirts.

3.  Jackets and coats: Heavy jackets and coats do not need to be navy blue, red, or white, but they may not be worn in the classroom. Sweatshirts are not considered heavy jackets or coats.

4.  Hats: May be worn on the playground but must be removed in the classroom, chapel, or when entering any building on campus.  Hats may not be worn backwards, sideways, etc.  No athletic sweat headbands, bandannas or head kerchiefs may be worn in class or on the playground. The exception to this rule is that middle school students may wear athletic sweat headbands for P.E. practice and during games. 

SPECIAL NOTE: No symbols, pictures or emblems that exalt groups or movements that are contrary to Biblical standards are allowed on items of clothing, lockers, backpacks, etc.