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NONCOMPLIANCE WITH DRESS CODE

The student dress code shall apply to all students in all schools in St. Mary Parish. The approved disciplinary procedures for all students (Pre-K-12th grade) who are in noncompliance with the mandatory dress code shall be in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct. A student enrolled in grades prekindergarten through five shall not be suspended or expelled from school or suspended from riding on any school bus for a uniform violation that is not tied to willful disregard of school policies. A student's clothing must be the appropriate, standard school uniform as determined by the School Board and as interpreted by the principal. The principal shall make the determination regarding the acceptability of a student's uniform dress, accessories, and appearance. The following are approved disciplinary procedures for students (Pre-K - 12th grade) who are in noncompliance with the mandatory dress code policy:

• First Offense: A telephone call will be made by the principal to the parent/guardian to attend a conference with principal concerning the dress code policy. Parent/guardian should also bring appropriate change of clothing to school.

• Second Offense: A telephone call will be made by the principal to the parent/guardian to alert parent that the child is being referred to two (2) hours in the student adjustment center for appropriate disciplinary action as determined by the principal. Parent/guardian should also bring appropriate change of clothing to school and will be required to attend a conference with the principal prior to the student returning to class.

• Third Offense: A telephone call will be made by the principal to the parent/guardian to alert parent that the child is being referred to four (4) hours in the student adjustment center for appropriate disciplinary action as determined by the principal. Parent/guardian should also bring appropriate change of clothing to school and will be required to attend a conference with the principal prior to the student return to class.