El Sobrante Christian Students are required to wear school uniforms. The standards of dress and appearance for students of El Sobrante Christian School are based on good taste, modesty, cleanliness, comfort, safety and practicality. They are intended to encourage reverence toward God, to show respect for the school and faculty, to build school spirit, and to give priority to the development of the inner self over outward appearance.
Teachers and administrators have the responsibility and authority to apply these general guidelines when confronted with questionable appearance not covered specifically. Students are expected to arrive at school in dress code and stay in dress code until they are released from school supervision or need to change for a specific sporting event or activity.
Uniforms should be purchased from: Uniforms Direct Inc. 4330-B Clayton Road Concord, CA 94521 (925) 680-6953 www.uniformsdirectinc.com
Polo Shirts |
Must be two or three button. May be long or short sleeved. No writing or logos other than ESCS. (Boys shirts must be tucked in and belt worn.) |
White, Navy, Gold, Burgundy, Hunter Green |
Turtlenecks |
No writing or logos. (Boys shirts must be tucked in and belt worn.) |
White, Navy, Gold, Burgundy, Hunter Green |
| Oxford Shirts | May be long or short sleeved. No writing or logos.
(Boys shirts must be tucked in and belt worn.) |
White only w/button down collar. |
| Sweaters | Cardigan, crew, v-neck, or vest | White, Navy, Gold, Burgundy,Hunter Green |
| Sweat Shirts | ESCS Logos, Plain w/o logo | White, Navy, Gold, Burgundy, Hunter Green |
| Pants, Capris | Straight legged, Pleated or Flat front | Navy, Khaki |
| Shorts | Uniform, Pleated or Flat front | Navy, Khaki |
| Skirts | Uniform | Navy, Khaki |
| Skorts | Uniform | Navy, Khaki |
| Coats, Jackets | Classic styles – Solid colors, no logos | White, Navy, Gold, Burgundy, Hunter Green |
All clothing must be the appropriate size for the student.
Undershirts: Must be in dress code colors and may not hang below uniform shirt.
Belts: Leather, leather style, braided. Black or brown.
Shoes: Athletic, flat, lace up or slip on; shoes or boots with non-slip, non-marking soles are to be worn at all times. No sandals, jellies, flip flops or slippers. Feet are to be fully covered at all times.
Socks: Solid, dress code colored socks or tights are to worn.
Pants/Shorts: Pants/shorts must be classic style straight-legged, pleated or flat front in cotton or twill blend material. No drawstrings, no cargo style, no patched pockets, no baggy pants, no painter/carpenter style, no spandex style, no low cut styles. Pants/shorts are to be appropriately sized around the waist. Pants/shorts must be hemmed with no slits. Shorts are to be “walking shorts” (no cargo styles). Shorts and pants must be belted for boys and Shirts tucked in for boys.
Skirts/Skorts: Skirts/skorts length must be no more than 2” above the knee. Skirts/skorts are to be worn appropriately around the waist.
Coats, Sweatshirts: Classic styles, appropriately sized, no oversized. No logos. ESCS, sweatshirts and solid uniform colors are acceptable. Uniform shirts must be worn under sweatshirts. No hoods may be worn up at school.
Hats: NO hats may be worn at school.
Hair: Hair should be neat, clean and out of the eyes. Boys hair length should not cover the eyes, or be longer than the back of the collar. Tails of any kind are not permitted for boys. Extreme hair styles are not permitted.
Hair should be of natural color.
Jewelry: Moderate and modest in size and number. No chains or spiked jewelry. No visible tattoos.
Boys: No piercings allowed.
Girls: Earrings may not hang below chin.
Free Dress or Spirit Days: Free dress and Spirit days will be designated and announced by the administration, with the appropriate guidelines given.
Free Dress Guidelines: Clothing on free dress days can be non-uniform clothing which still follows the guidelines of good taste, modesty, cleanliness, comfort, safety. Examples of inappropriate free dress would be ripped, or torn clothing; baggy or oversized clothing; tight or revealing clothing; or clothing with inappropriate sayings or logos. Free dress is a privilege and may be revoked if the guidelines are not followed.
Dress Code Violations: If a student is inappropriately dressed, they will be referred to the administration.
1st Dress code violation: Parents will be notified and Administration will:
a) Have the student dress appropriately…i.e. tuck in shirt, pull up pants, wear clothing properly, or
b) Call the parent to bring appropriate clothing before the student will be admitted to class, or
c) Sell the student an appropriate shirt to be billed to the parents’ account ($25).
Kdg – 5th Grade
2nd Dress code violations will result in a 2nd notification of parents for support.
3rd Dress code violations will result in a parent, student, and administrator conference.
6th-12th Grade
2nd Dress code violations will result in a detention. Parents will be notified and Administration will: a, b, or c
3rd Dress code violations will result in parent, student, and administrator conference.
