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DRESS CODE

The School Council of Dampier Primary School in consultation with parents has established a dress code for all students attending the school.

Knowing this, it is concluded that in enrolling your child at this school you too accept this policy.

PURPOSE OF A DRESS CODE POLICY:

The School Decision Making Group believes a school dress code:

* Gives the students a sense of unity, belonging and pride in their school, which assists in building school and team spirit.

* Ensures that students are safely dressed for school activities and the environment.

* Minimises competition between students to wear more expensive or fashionable clothing and the pressure on parents to purchase this type of clothing, whilst encouraging equity among students.

* Clearly identifies Dampier Primary School students from other students who may come into the school.

* Fosters and enhances the public image of the school.

MODIFICATION TO THE DRESS CODE:

Parents of students who for religious, cultural or health reasons may need to modify the school dress code are required to make an appointment with the Principal. Staff members will be informed of any student granted a modification to the dress code.

SANCTIONS FOR NON-COMPLIANCE:

Students not following the dress code will receive:

1. Counselling by the Principal or Principal's nominee on the benefits of a dress code.

2. Assistance/support to obtain suitable clothing if necessary; and

3. A pass for an agreed length of time in order to modify dress.

4. If these measures fail then the Parents/Guardian will be contacted by the Principal whereby parents will be asked to comply with the Dress Code.

AVAILABILITY OF DRESS CODE ITEMS:

* Items in the school colours and bearing the school logo may be purchased from the Uniform Shop run by the P& C.

* Second-hand clothes may also become available at the Uniform Shop.

* Parents/guardians having financial difficulties regarding the purchase of a uniform should contact the Principal to discuss the situation.

DAMPIER PRIMARY SCHOOL REQUIREMENTS CLOTHING

Summer Dress Code

* Blue Polo type shirt (No slogans, except for school logo.) T-shirts are expected to be tucked in.

* Navy blue shorts (not bike shorts, board shorts, football shorts, brief, long, baggy or denim shorts).

* Dress as supplied by the Uniform Shop.

* Oversized clothing is not acceptable.

Winter Dress Code

* Blue Polo type shirt or T Shirt (no slogans except for school logo).

* Plain Royal blue track suit pants. (No slogans or logos.)

* Royal blue track suit tops. (No slogans except for school logo.)

* Royal blue zip jacket in school colours and logo.

Sports Dress Code

To be worn only on the day your child has phys-ed or sport and to special sports events. Faction coloured shirts are available with school logo and faction name.

Gold - Lewis

Red - Enderby

Green - Malus

*Bike shorts are to be worn at Athletic Carnivals only.

**Joggers and socks to be worn with sports uniform.

FOOTWEAR AND HEADWEAR

Appropriate footwear (no thongs, massage sandals or Ugg boots, reefs or high platform shoes). Particular activities such as cooking or excursions may necessitate enclosed footwear.

In the interest of health and safety, caps or hats are compulsory for all outdoor activities. A wide brimmed hat is preferred. This includes recess and lunch breaks. (It is preferable that students wear the style of hats sold in the Uniform Shop).

JEWELLERY

Students become very distressed when they lose or break jewellery. Jewellery can also be an item that is a fashion statement or can cause inequity amongst the students. It is therefore preferred that no jewellery or valuables be worn or brought to school. If jewellery is worn to school the following dress codes should be complied with:

* In the interest of safety, earrings should be of the small sleeper or stud variety.

* Only a single stud or sleeper in each ear is permissible.

* Only inexpensive wrist watches should be worn then if they do get lost or broken they are easily replaced.

* It is preferred that chains, necklaces and bracelets (hand and ankle) not be worn as they are easily broken. (Medic-alert bracelets are of course acceptable.)

MAKE UP AND/OR COLOURED NAIL POLISH is not appropriate.

HAIRSTYLES Hair should be neatly groomed and kept out of the eyes. Shoulder length or longer hair should be kept tied back from the face. Extremes of hair styles are not acceptable.