JFK Dress Code

SY 2022-2023

Commencing SY 2021-2022, The Guam Education Board has reinstated Board Policy 401: School Uniforms. Students are expected to comply with the dress code requirements.

The official uniform vendor Moda Gino’s located in Tamuning. Contact number is: 477-8945/7139.

The intent of the JFKHS Student Dress Code is to maintain a positive learning environment that: promotes unity and pride; fosters safety and security of all; minimizes socio-economic distinction; and creates an environment free of harassment.

Students, whose personal attire distracts the attention from the learning process or might be hazardous to themselves or others in the course of school operation, will be required to male the appropriate adjustments that the school administrator may deem necessary to maintain social standards appropriate to a positive and safe learning environment.

The following points address the dress code and school attire:

1. The school will make every effort to be diligent and consistent in enforcing the dress code policy.

2. All students are required to enter the campus in attire that complies with the dress code, with the exception of students changing into appropriate PE attire.

3. If and when field trips are allowed, students are expected to follow the dress-code policy.

4. Repeated refusals to follow the dress code will warrant progressive student disciplinary action, including parent conference, lunchtime detention, and denial of privileges.

5. Pregnant students must be cleared by the school nurse and administrators to be able to deviate from the dress code policy.

6. Pullovers, jackets and sweaters are allowed. Hoods should not be used in the hallways.

The following specific points address the Dress Code Policy:

PANTS, SLACKS, & ATHLETIC PANTS

● Pants must be worn at the natural waist above the point of the hip.● Pants/shorts must not be excessively tight or constrictive.● Proper undergarments must be worn and not visible.● NOT ALLOWED: pants with holes or ripped that exposes skin, tights, or leggings worn underneath.

SHORTS

● Shorts must be worn at the natural waist above the point of the hip.● Shorts must be worn no higher than 3 inches above the knee.● Wraps may be worn around the waist, however, long shorts must be worn underneath.● NOT ALLOWED: shorts with holes or ripped that exposes skin, and short shorts.

SHIRT & BLOUSES

● Shirts/tops should allow for reasonable movement without inappropriate exposure.● NOT ALLOWED: spaghetti straps, tank tops, bare or low midriffs, open backing, clingy tops, low-cut blouses or low necklines, mini-skirts, dresses, or skirts.

JFKHS SPIRIT SHIRTS

● Students are encouraged to wear their club/organization/class T-shirts or JFKHS team jersey (team tank tops may be worn as long as a short/long sleeve shirt is worn underneath).● Spirit shirts from previous school years are allowed.● Chartered JFKHS club/organization or official team should design shirts that prominently bear the words, “JFKHS,” “John F. Kennedy High School”, the likeness of John Kennedy, or the JFKHS logo. Principal approval is required.

FOOTWEAR

Closed-toe shoes with enclosed backing must be worn at all times.

FACEMASK

Face Mask must be worn at all times.With the many styles and fabrics to choose from, students are to wear face masks that are comfortable and breathable.

Prohibited Items

● Any clothing that shows obscene words or pictures, sexually suggestive statements or images, images/language depicting illegal activities, or drug/alcohol illustrations, including those that are visible on underclothes.● Hair or head clothing, such as headbands, hats, beanies, bandannas, watch caps, etc.● Any clothing related to gang-affiliated activities.● Sunglasses unless proper medical certification is provided.● Any type of clothing or accessories that may be related to a group or gang which may provoke others to violence or be intimidated by fear of violence is not permitted.
School Year 2020.pdf