Shorts ARE ALLOWED at BHS. (Girls and Boys) Holding your arms down by your side, your shorts must be longer than your finger tips.
· Leggings ARE ALLOWED at BHS. (Girls) T-Shirt or Sweatshirt worn with leggings MUST come down past the waist.
The following specific items of apparel or accessory will NOT be permitted:
· Tube tops, halters, tank tops, fishnet shirts/tops or shirts that show any part of the stomach
· Spandex or leotard-type pants or shorts.
· Clothing that advertises drugs, alcohol, or have obscene/inappropriate printing (objectionable language or innuendos).
· Head coverings (caps, hats, nets, bandanas) DO NOT WEAR IN THE BUILDING
· Sunglasses
· Low-riding pants
· Ripped or torn clothing above knee
· Pants with belts/buttons unbuckled/unbuttoned
· Clothing that is too revealing (modest is best)
· Apparel from other high schools will not be worn at BHS.
Safety, health, and individual dignity provide the basis for the dress code. If clothing is disruptive to the learning process or if it is embarrassing to others, other items may be excluded.
AN ATTEMPT WILL BE MADE TO REMEDY THE DRESS CODE INFRACTION; HOWEVER, IF THE STUDENT REFUSES OR THERE IS NO REMEDY, THE STUDENT WILL BE ASKED TO CALL A PARENT TO BRING DIFFERENT CLOTHING.
As stated in the Tipton County Board of Education Policy Manual, (page 11) students shall dress and groom in a clean, neat, and modest manner so as not to distract or interfere with the operation of the school. Any form of dress or hairstyle which is contrary to good hygiene or which is disruptive or detrimental to the orderly educational progress of other students will not be permitted. When a student is attired in a manner, which is likely to cause disruption or interference with the operation of the school, the principal shall take appropriate action, which may include suspension.
The list above is not all-inclusive. For orderly and efficient operation of the school, the school administration may determine other attire inappropriate as situations arise. If there is a question as to whether an article of clothing is appropriate for school wear, the school administration should be contacted prior to wearing.