Dress Code

• Appropriate length shorts and skirts will be permitted all year (finger tip length). 
• Shoulder straps must be as wide as the student I.D. card.
• Low-cut shirts are not allowed.
• Shoes or sandals must be worn at all times. Students may not switch shoes while at school. 
• Clothing with language or symbols suggesting the use and/or abuse of illegal substances or conveying sexual or violent messages is prohibited.
• For security purposes, jackets, blankets, trench coats, or coats are not worn in the building
• Pajamas or slippers are not allowed
• Headgear (hats, bandanas, headbands, and sunglasses) is not permitted in the building.
• "Gang" associated attire including but not limited to sagging pants, long belts, bandanas, chains is not allowed.

The building administration will make the final judgment regarding appropriate attire.

Unnecessary and Inappropriate Items

For the general safety and welfare of all students and staff, the items listed below WILL NOT be allowed in the building or on the school grounds. Students with any of these items must be referred to the office immediately.

• Potentially dangerous instruments
• Weapons, i.e. guns, knives of any size, chains, chucks, brass knuckles.
• All types of toys and cards - this includes fidget spinners unless specifically noted in IEP or 504 plan
• Water bottles (students are allowed to carry clear water bottles - containing water only)
• Hair spray, cologne, and perfume.

Confiscated items such as cell phones, MP3 players and iPods will be returned to students. Shaw Heights is not responsible for the lost items and are not responsible for assisting in finding lost items.