DRESS CODE

Philosophy
The key words in describing what is acceptable as school clothing are MODESTY, NEATNESS, and IDENTIFICATION.
Dressing appropriately is a part of the disciplined life that God desires of each of us.
God desires for His children to dress ​modestly​. I Timothy 2:9 speaks directly to the need for modest apparel for
both males and females. Because the purpose of dress is to clothe rather than to expose, attention must be given
to the cut and fit of the outfit chosen. Students should focus on those styles of dress that are modest and
conservative.
Similarly, we should dress ​neatly​. The Word of God describes us as examples, as lights that shine in a dark world so
that men might be challenged to glorify God. I Samuel 16:7 states that “​man looketh on the outward appearance,
but God looketh on the heart.”​ As such, CCS students are expected to honor God by maintaining a neat,
conservative, clean, and healthy appearance.
The Word of God has much to say about our ​identification​. Proverbs 4:23 commands the Christian to “​keep ​[his]
heart with all diligence for out of it are the issues of life.​" No single area says as much about us and our associations
as the area of dress. Romans 12:2 tells us not to be ​"conformed to this world but to be transformed."​ It is clear that
Christians must avoid the temptation to look and act like the world in the area of dress. The principle of avoiding
the appearance of evil can be applied to dress styles that are patterned after ungodly groups and individuals.
Because CCS students are being trained to be spiritual leaders in the world in which we live, standards of modesty,
neatness, and identification will be applied to both dress and hair styles for both males and females in the student
body.
In addition, the CCS dress code is not just about how students look; it is about how students behave, achieve, and
unify. Proper attire is the first step in creating a classroom environment that enables students to develop a sharp
focus on instruction and learning, rather than on fashion and fads.

School Uniforms
Parents are responsible to purchase all school uniforms from the official CCS Uniform & Spirit Wear Store at
ccsindy.org. Students are to be dressed in approved school attire purchased from the CCS Store from the first day
of the school year until graduation, from morning drop-off until afternoon pickup. It is the parent’s responsibility
to make certain that uniforms comply with CCS modesty guidelines at all times.

Non-Compliance
If a student’s attire displays an overt violation of these expectations/guidelines, the administration (or those
appointed by the administration) reserves the right to ask a student to wait in the school office while the parent is
contacted to bring the required clothing items for the student to wear.

Disclaimer
CCS is not liable for any lost revenue caused by a parent’s failure to follow the dress guidelines when making
uniform purchases. CCS also reserves the right to make minor adjustments to dress guidelines throughout the
school year as necessary to maintain the clarity, simplicity, and unity that is desired for our students in this area.
Any adjustments will be announced in a timely fashion so that parents and students have adequate notice to make
adjustments before updates take effect. Students are responsible to comply with current guidelines at all times.

General Dress Guidelines for All Students

1. From the time they arrive until they leave the parking lot after school, students are permitted to wear only
items that are sold on the CCS Store.
2. It is the parent’s responsibility to ensure that students’ uniforms fit properly throughout the year. Parents
will be asked to retire a uniform item if it no longer meets the modesty guidelines.
3. Navy tops and khaki bottoms are required on Mondays​ and on special days as announced.
 4. Students may opt to wear the ​official uniform jacket​ (available on the CCS Store) as outerwear in the
classroom, regardless of indoor/outdoor temperatures. Previous years uniform jackets are still approved.
Other outerwear items that are not part of the official uniform may only be worn during arrivals and
departures or for outdoor activities as planned by the teacher.
5. Any uniform item that contains holes, is severely stained, or has a ragged hem is not permitted.
6. Shirt buttons (when present) must be buttoned with the exception of the one at the top.
7. A solid color short-sleeved or long-sleeved tee worn under the polo is permissible. If worn, black, white or
the same color as the polo are preferred for a sharp look.
8. Students are not permitted to wear vests or scarves over their polos or oxfords.
9. The senior high uniform sweater may be worn only with the oxford shirt.
10. Grades 5-8 are required to wear ​PE attire​ purchased from the CCS Uniform Store.
11. On ​spirit wear days​ (typically home game days), students may wear spirit wear tops with uniform pants or
skirts. No spirit wear or team hoodies may be worn over the head while indoors.
12. No exposed midriffs even when arms are raised.
13. No see-through fabrics are permitted (formal attire, Sunday attire, etc.).
14. At athletic events, spectating students must wear uniform polos or spirit wear tops accompanied by uniform
skirts/pants or loose-fitting athletic pants.
15. Athletic shorts, when announced for a special event, must be at least knee length.
16. During athletic practices, athletes must wear their assigned practice uniform. Those not in uniform will be
asked to sit out.
17. After games, athletes must change into long pants and sleeved shirts, or a team warmup if one is provided.
18. Students may change into a work ​uniform​ immediately before leaving campus.

GIRLS’ ATTIRE -- ITEM-SPECIFIC GUIDELINES

ITEM DESCRIPTION Grade Levels
Must be worn with socks or tights. K-5

Footwear Must have a secure back, such as tennis shoes, casual dress shoes, sandals, K-5
or boots (non-hiking/non-working); open back shoes are not permitted.
Conservative, non-athletic looking; dress shoes must be worn with skirts; 6-12
backless dress shoes are permitted; athletic-looking shoes permitted with
pants. Flip flops and slippers are not permitted.
Footwear
(cont.) High school students must wear dressy casual or dress shoes when wearing 6-12
the uniform dress slacks.
Non-marking athletic shoes are required on the gym floor at all times. K-5 6-12

Must be loose-fitting to avoid visible undergarments. K-5 6-12

Pants Must be worn on hips, not sagging, with no undergarments exposed. K-5 6-12

Pants are to be neat, properly loose-fitting and without holes. K-5 6-12

Pants should not be tucked or rolled at the bottom hemline. K-5 6-12

Shorts, tights, or leggings will be worn underneath. K-5

Skirts
Solid-colored leggings (black, white, navy, or skirt-colored) are permitted 9-12
when wearing the uniform skirt.
Must be worn to the bottom of the knee cap (front & back) when sitting or K-5 6-12
standing, without tugging, including all slits.
 See general guidelines above. K-5 6-12
Shirts
Necklines must be no more than four fingers below the collarbone with no K-5 6-12
cleavage visible (applies to uniform, formal, Sunday, concert, casual, etc.).
Make-up not permitted. K-5
Makeup
and Jewelry must be conservative, tasteful, not drawing undue attention to self. K-5 6-12
Jewelry
Earrings in earlobes only; other piercings or tattoos not permitted. K-5 6-12

Traditional, conservative, clearly feminine. K-5 6-12

Hair
Clean and neat, not dyed an unnatural color. K-5 6-12

Under Proper items worn at all times; not exposed; lines or colors not visible. K-5 6-12
Garments
Below-the-knee colorful Sunday dresses; no tennis shoes; sleeveless or K-5
Concert strapless dresses must have a jacket or sweater.
Attire
Black concert dress from CCS uniform store; black dress shoes; grades 6-8 6-12
accessorize with solid pink-colored scarf (any shade); grades 9-12 accessorize
with light-weight black scarf
Sunday Below-the-knee colorful Sunday dresses; dress shoes-no tennis shoes; K-5 6-12
Attire sleeveless or strapless dresses must have a jacket or sweater.
Formal Below-the-knee Sunday dress (formal tops/skirts, dresses); sleeveless or 6-12
Attire strapless dresses must have jacket or sweater; pants not permitted; dress
shoes required.
Casual Special events only (e.g. Field Day). Sleeveless T-shirts are not permitted; K-5 6-12
Attire athletic shorts must be knee length; all other modesty guidelines apply
(midriffs covered, appropriate necklines, no form-fitting garments, etc.).

BOYS’ ATTIRE -- ITEM-SPECIFIC GUIDELINES

ITEM DESCRIPTION Grade Levels
Appropriate socks are required. K-5 6-12

Must be closed-toe shoes with laces tied (when present). K-5 6-12
Footwear High school students must wear dressy casual or dress shoes when wearing 6-12
the dress slacks.
Non-marking athletic shoes are required on the gym floor at all times. K-5 6-12

Must be worn with a belt (exception K5). K-5 6-12

Must be loose-fitting to avoid visible undergarments. K-5 6-12
Pants Must be worn on hips, not sagging, with no undergarments exposed. K-5 6-12
Pants should not be tucked or rolled at the bottom hemline. K-5 6-12
Pants are to be neat, properly loose-fitting and without holes. K-5 6-12
 Shirts must be tucked in at all times (exception: spirit wear). K-5 6-12
Shirts
See additional general guidelines above. K-5 6-12
Traditional, conservative, clearly masculine. K-5 6-12
Clean and neat, evenly tapered from top to bottom. K-5 6-12
Hair Above and off the collar, ears, and eyebrows (even when wet). K-5 6-12
Braids, cornrows, or design cuts are not permitted. K-5 6-12
Clean-shaven, sideburns not below the middle of the ear. 6-12
Jewelry is not permitted with the exception of watches, rings, and/or K-5 6-12
physician-required medical ID.
Misc.
Piercings or tattoos of any kind are not permitted. K-5 6-12
Hats worn to school will be removed when inside the building. K-5 6-12
Under Proper items worn at all times; not exposed; lines or colors not visible. K-5 6-12
Garments
Colored turtleneck or a dress shirt and tie, alone or under a sweater; no K-5
Concert tennis shoes.
Attire Black dress shirt with solid colored tie (solid black tie for grades 6-8), black 6-12
pants/belt, dark socks, and dark shoes. No tennis shoes.
Sunday Dress shirt and tie, suit jacket, dress slacks, crew socks, and dress shoes. K-5 6-12
Attire
Formal Dress shirt and tie, suit jacket or tuxedo, dress slacks, crew socks, and dress 6-12
Attire shoes.
Casual Special events only (e.g. Field Day). Sleeveless T-shirts are not permitted; K-5 6-12
Attire athletic shorts must be knee length; all other modesty guidelines apply
(midriffs covered, appropriate necklines, no form-fitting garments, etc.).