We employ a dress code to ensure modesty, respect, and safety.  We desire that students honor others above themselves (respect) and not become a stumbling block for others (modesty).  Ultimately, we want to bring glory to Jesus Christ.  We expect the attitudes, actions, and appearance of our students to reflect these goals; accordingly, appropriate dress is required at all school activities.  Proper student dress, in compliance with the guidelines below, is the responsibility of the parent and student.  Compliance should not be dependent upon enforcement by school personnel.

These guidelines summarize our expectations; they are not exhaustive because it is impossible to address every possible clothing choice. Definitions of “modest” or “respectful” vary; the final decision regarding specific clothing will rest with the administration.

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday

Shirts:             A polo shirt (with buttons and collar) or CHCS–issued T-shirt.

                        Manufacturer logos will be no larger than one inch in height or width.

                        CHCS-issued sweatshirts may be worn over the polo or CHCS T-shirt.

Skirts or         Modest in front, back, top, and bottom; buttoned appropriately. 

Dresses:        Denim skirts are allowed.

Pants or         Slacks, Capri or crop pants, or plain jeans.  Solid color walking style, carpenter,

Shorts:           cargo, or jean shorts.  No frayed hems, holes, uneven dyes, or bleached areas.  No athletic or sport shorts. 

Shoes:            All types that are clean, neat, and in good condition are permitted.

Wednesday (Chapel Day)

Girls:               Either a (i) dress or (ii) polo shirt or modest, dressy top with slacks, skirt or gauchos. Dress shoes or dress sandals.  (Elementary only may wear tennis shoes.)

Boys:              Slacks with a polo shirt or tucked-in button-up dress shirt.  Ties, belts and suit coats are optional.  Dress socks and dress shoes.  (Elementary only may wear tennis shoes.)

General Guidelines

Modesty:        Girls’ dresses and tops must cover the shoulders and back, and possess a modest neckline.  Girls may wear any modest, attractive dress or dressy top as long as their choice reflects propriety and spiritual maturity.  Girls who cannot handle such responsibility will be restricted to polo shirts.

                        Shorts and skirts (including the slit) must be no shorter than a dollar bill’s width above the knee. 

                        No cleavage, midsection, or undergarment may show at any time (e.g. with arms lifted overhead, when leaning forward or bending over, when seated, etc.).

Other:             Hats and head coverings may not be worn in the building.

                        Appropriate coats and jackets may be worn.

                        Earrings (no more than three per ear) are acceptable for girls, but not for boys.     

                        No visible body piercing or tattoos.

                        Boy’s hair length should not exceed the top of the eyebrows, the collar, or bottom of the earlobe.

                        Hair will be a natural color and style.  Facial hair is not permitted.

                        Clothing must fit properly; not too tight or form-fitting, but also not too baggy.