Cerro Villa Middle School   Dress Code / Uniforms

Uniform Policy

Cerro Villa Middle School

School Board Policies and Administrative Regulations #5132 and #5136 clearly establish the standards for appropriate attire in the Orange Unified School District. It is expected that all students at Cerro Villa Middle School maintain a neat and orderly appearance. A student’s dress and general appearance should not draw undue attention, nor should appearance detract from or interfere with learning in the classroom or the discipline within the school. All dress code rules will be enforced while on the campus, during school activities, and to and from school.

UNIFORM POLICY

Cerro Villa Middle School instituted a student uniform policy in September, 1996.

Students are prohibited from wearing any clothing which is disruptive to the instructional process and/or considered unsafe, dangerous, divisive or a health hazard. Also prohibited are clothes or accessories which contain offensive or obscene symbols (depicting alcohol, tobacco, drugs, weapons, vulgar language, violence, vandalism, or sexual activity), signs, slogans or words degrading any gender, cultural, religious or ethnic values. Clothing or accessories considered to have group or gang identification symbols as determined by the Orange County Sheriff and the Orange Police Department are also not allowed.

Hats - During school hours, hats shall be allowed outside only for sun protection.

Hair - Hair designs which cause undue attention, distracting from the educational environment as determined by the administration, are not allowed. Natural hair colors only!

Shirts/Tops - Uniform shirts are “polo” style shirts in 4 colors (white, navy blue, forest green and burgundy) for both boys and girls. They have a Cerro Villa logo. All shirts will be size appropriate and must be worn tucked in at the waist so that the belt or waistline is visible. Shirts can be purchased from our authorized vendor prior to the start of the new school year.

Belts - A belt is mandatory if pants or shorts will not stay at the waist without one. Belt buckles must be plain with no initials or inappropriate designs on them. Belts will be of appropriate length for student waist size and the belt must be kept in the belt loops.

Pants/Shorts/Skirts - Uniform pants, capris, shorts, skirts, and skorts are plain navy blue (no denims or denim look-a-likes of any color). They must be of an appropriate size and length, and must fit at the waist and the crotch (within one size of student’s actual waist and inseam measurement) and be worn at the waistline. Pants and shorts legs must be hemmed (not frayed or slit, nor pinned, stapled or taped), and may not have any holes or tears. Pants or skirts which are too tight, revealing, or which allow underclothing to show are not allowed. Leggings must be blue or black. Athletic pants/shorts are not permitted. All skirts, shorts and skorts must be at least mid-thigh length. Uniform “bottom wear” may be purchased at many general retail stores. They may be cotton twill or dress corduroy.

Shoes - Students will wear athletic shoes or low cut leather shoes. No steel-toed or heavy boots, open toe or open heel sandals, or thongs are allowed. All shoes must have a back or back strap.

Jewelry & Accessories - Jewelry that is considered dangerous may not be worn. No chain belts, studded belts or wallet chains are allowed. Students are not permitted to wear “pierced” jewelry anywhere on their face except the ears.

Outerwear - Uniform sweatshirts with a CV logo are available, as well as a weather resistant jacket for cold weather. We discourage the wearing of non-uniform outerwear. However, non-uniform sweatshirts, sweaters and jackets will be allowed if they are appropriately sized. Students may also wear solid color turtlenecks under their uniform shirts for warmth. Hoods are allowed only during inclement weather. No baggy clothing is allowed. Students who persist in using outerwear to avoid uniform requirements or to maintain a “baggy” look will face disciplinary consequences.

CONSEQUENCES

          Violations 1-3        Paper pickup at lunch

          Violations 4-5       After-school detention

          Violations 6-10     ICE and parent conference