Elementary Dress Code Policy
2026-27 ELEMENTARY Dress Code
BCD’s core values guide our relations, influence our language and actions, and inspire the way we present ourselves. We ask all students to be dressed in a way that is conducive to, and does not distract from, learning and inclusion. Making simple decisions with regards to the way we dress frees our minds to focus on other more complex pursuits and helps create a positive, shared experience to which we all belong.
The following dress code policies, including free dress, are in effect while the student is representing BCD, not merely during school hours (i.e. outdoor education, field trips, athletic events, etc.). Although we offer suggestions for where to purchase the clothes that fit within the defined parameters, you are welcome to shop elsewhere. Our recommended vendors are SquadLocker (proceeds benefit BCD's Parents' Association), Lands’ End: (800‐469‐2222 or www.landsend.com ‐preferred school number is 900055971) and Tommy Hilfiger School Uniforms (www.globalschoolwear.com – preferred school code is BOUL01). Other vendors that sell lines that fit within our dress code include: Target, Kohls, Old Navy, GAP and others. We also have a gently used (and often new) dress code closet in the lobby of the Gym. Families receiving financial assistance may shop at the store for free all year long.
Parent/Guardian Expectations
Please purchase clothes that meet our guidelines, set students up for success by reinforcing the importance of our dress code, and understand and support teachers when they need to take actions to correct choices that are out of dress code.
Regular Day Dress Code (Monday - Thursdays)
Clothing must be neat and clean. Clothing must be in good repair; no rips, frayed edges, tears, or holes.
Shirts
● Any short or long-sleeved collared shirt, blouse, or polo shirt in any solid color. No logos are permitted.
● Shirts may not reveal stomach/midriff
Pants
● Any solid navy blue, gray, evergreen, black, or khaki colored pants (not athletic, denim, or sweatpants)
Shorts
● Any solid navy blue, gray, evergreen, black, or khaki colored (non-athletic) shorts. Shorts must reflect modesty and be appropriate in length.
Skirts/Dresses
● Any solid navy blue, gray, evergreen, black, khaki, or black watch plaid of appropriate length. Length must be no shorter than three inches above the top of the kneecap, no longer than three inches below the bottom of the kneecap (for modesty as well as providing movement in PE classes).
Sweatshirts/Sweaters
● Any solid colored sweater/sweatshirt may be worn during the school day, no writing or logos are permitted other than BCD.
Accessories
● Socks/Tights/Leggings: Any solid color socks, anklets, knee socks, footless tights, or tights. ○ If leggings and tights are chosen to be worn, they must be under dresses/skirts/shorts
● Socks/Tights/Leggings: Any solid color socks, anklets, knee socks, footless tights, or tights. ○ If leggings and tights are chosen to be worn, they must be under dresses/skirts/shorts
● Shoes: Athletic shoes are encouraged. ○ For students who cannot yet independently fasten and unfasten their own shoes, velcro or elastic shoe laces are strongly encouraged
○ Other shoe styles may be worn if they are flat and without a heel. All shoes must have a closed toe and heel and may be any color. Boots must follow the same flat requirement and may not extend above the knee. Flip flops, sandals, even if strapped, and Crocs, are not permitted.
○ Other shoe styles may be worn if they are flat and without a heel. All shoes must have a closed toe and heel and may be any color. Boots must follow the same flat requirement and may not extend above the knee. Flip flops, sandals, even if strapped, and Crocs, are not permitted.
● Jewelry/Accessories/Makeup: All should be minimal and should not distract from learning.
Regular Dress Restrictions (Monday - Thursday)
● Hats and hoods may not be worn in the building.
● Open toed shoes are not permitted.
● High heeled shoes are not permitted.
● Denim of any color is not permitted Monday-Thursday.
● Logos and writing are not acceptable on clothing (outdoor jackets excluded).
● Clothing that contains inappropriate messages of any kind are not permitted.
● Pajama pants, sweatpants, yoga or athletic shorts/pants are not part of our Regular Dress Code.
● Hats and hoods may not be worn in the building.
● Open toed shoes are not permitted.
● High heeled shoes are not permitted.
● Denim of any color is not permitted Monday-Thursday.
● Logos and writing are not acceptable on clothing (outdoor jackets excluded).
● Clothing that contains inappropriate messages of any kind are not permitted.
● Pajama pants, sweatpants, yoga or athletic shorts/pants are not part of our Regular Dress Code.
Friday Dress - Spirit Wear
● Students should wear a BCD branded shirt to show school spirit.
● Athletic shorts/pants, yoga pants, and denim can be worn on Friday only.
● All clothing should reflect modesty.
Physical Education
● Students must have athletics shoes at school on the days they have PE class.
Dress Code Infraction Protocol
1. Using our Parent Association Dress Code Closet, the student will change clothes and the teacher will email home to notify parents/guardians.
2. Using our Parent Association Dress Code Closet, the student will change clothes and the Division Head or Assistant Head will email home to notify parents/guardians.
3. The Division Head/Assistant of Elementary will call home and require parents to bring change of clothes to the student and pull them out of class so that they may change clothes.
4. If infractions continue, we will repeat Step 3 and require a parent meeting with the Division Head. ***There are circumstances where a student’s needs may require an accommodation to the dress code. This will be discussed in conversation with the student’s homeroom teacher, the learning center, and the Division Head..***