Student Dress Code

The intent of our Dress Code is to ensure that students present a neat appearance while at school.

The official school clothing colors for Collegiate Academy are as follows:

  • White/Off White
  • Navy Blue
  • Gray
  • Black
  • Beige Khaki

Shirts

  • Must have a collar and short, long, or 3/4-length sleeves.
  • All shirts must be tucked in.
  • No colored undershirts are to be seen through official school clothing.
  • Shirts must be buttoned.
  • Shirts with decorative buttons are not permitted.

  • Colors: navy, white, off white, black, gray

Sweaters and Sweatshirts

  • Sweaters may be crew neck, v-neck, cardigan, or turtleneck.
  • May be worn only with a collared shirt or turtleneck underneath.
  • Hooded sweatshirts: Only Collegiate Academy Hooded Sweatshirts are acceptable.
  • Fleece jackets or shirts are not acceptable.

  • Colors: navy, white, off white, black, gray

Pants

  • Dress pants only
  • Length: not to touch the floor
  • Pants may not be oversized.
  • Must be secured at the waist

  • Colors: navy, beige khaki, black, gray

Shorts and Capris

  • Shorts and capris cannot be worn after October 9 or before May 4.
  • Cannot be shorter than four inches above the knee

  • Colors: navy, beige khaki, black, gray

Dress and Skirts

  • Solid colors only
  • Dresses and skirts cannot be shorter than four inches above the knee (this includes slits). Leggins are not considered part of the dress or skirt.
  • Leggings must be approved colors.

  • Colors: navy, beige khaki, black, gray

Shoes

  • The only acceptable shoes are dress shoes or sneakers.
  • Not permitted are high heels, sandals, open-toed shoes, or slippers.
  • All shoes must have hard soles.

Logos

  • Sweaters and sweatshirts with school logos are acceptable.
  • All other logos may not exceed two inches and may be on the left breast only.

Non-Dress Code Days

These days usually occur once per month. The following are not permitted: pajama pants, open-toed shoes, and sweatpants. Shorts must meet the four-inch rule and may be worn only before October 9 and after May 4.


School officials reserve the right to make a judgment about any ambiguity in style, color, length, and/or fit of school dress. Students are not permitted to attend classes with a dress code violation.