DRESS AND GROOMING
Effective the 2001-2002 school year, the Crandall Independent School District will require all students
in all schools to adhere to the following standardized student dress code:
Shirts, Blouses, Turtlenecks
Style: Collared, knit, buttoned polo or dress style buttoned shirts/blouses (long or short sleeved),
turtlenecks.
Color: Limited to White, Yellow, Red, Navy Blue, Black (solid single colors with no contrasting
trim).
All shirts, blouses, and turtlenecks must be tucked in at all times.
Crandall school logos only (no larger than 3 x 3 inches) - optional.
All shirts and blouses must be buttoned from the first button past the collar.
Shirts/blouses with cap sleeves are not allowed.
Slacks, Pants, Shorts, Skirts, and Skorts
Style: Pleated or flat front docker-style slacks or pants; walking-style shorts. All pockets must be
inset.
Color: Limited to Khaki, Navy Blue, Black (solid, single colors)
�� Slacks and pants must be worn at the waist, and be properly hemmed or cuffed.
�� Belts (black or brown) must be worn at all times - optional for grades PK - 5.
�� Logos or labels must be no larger than 1 inch x 1 inch.
�� Baggy style legged slacks or pants are not allowed.
�� Shorts, skirts, and skorts length must be no more than 3 inches above the top of the knee cap (in
both front and back).
�� No cargo or carpenter style pants.
�� Skirts may have a kick-pleat (no more than 3 inches above the top of the knee), but not a slit.
Jumpers
Style: V-neck, square neck, or round neck.
Color: Limited to Khaki, Navy Blue, Black (solid, single colors).
�� Jumpers must be no more than 3 inches above the top of the knee-cap (in both front and back).
�� Shirt, blouse, or turtleneck that adheres to standardized dress code must be worn under the jumper
at all times.
�� Kick pleats are allowed (no more than 3 inches above the top of the knee); slits are not allowed.
�� Dresses are not considered jumpers.
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Shoes, Socks, Hose/Tights, Belts
Color (socks): White, Yellow, Red, Navy Blue , Black, or Khaki (solid, single colors).
Color (hose/tights): White, Navy Blue, Black or Khaki, or Flesh-tone (solid, single colors).
Color (shoes): Brown or Black leather-like shoes (tie or loafer-type), or brown or black boots (no
para-military type boots), tennis shoes, or sandals with heel straps.
Color (belts): Brown or Black dress type.
Outerwear: Sweatshirts, Vests, Sweaters, Light Jackets, and Wind Breakers
Color: Limited to White, Yellow, Red, Navy Blue, Black, Gray (solid single colors).
�� Sweatshirts, vests, sweaters, light jackets, and windbreakers must be appropriately sized in the
shoulders, sleeves, and length; and must be worn over shirt, blouse, or turtleneck that adheres to
standardized dress code.
�� Crandall school logos only - optional.
Other Guidelines
�� Leather, suede, vinyl, corduroy, and denim materials are not allowed except for coats which must
be left in lockers.
�� Coats may be worn in accordance with appropriate weather conditions.
�� Spandex, nylon, or stretch-type materials are not allowed.
�� Clothing can be no more than one size larger than the student's measurements; nor may the
garment be too tight.
�� Caps, hats, and head coverings inside the building are not allowed.
�� Overall pants, overall shorts, and overall jumpers are not allowed.
�� Wind shorts/pants, athletic shorts/pants, sweat shorts/pants are not allowed except in
P.E./Athletics.
�� Students must comply with district standards for grooming and accessories as outlined in the
student handbook.
�� Clothing items cannot be worn in any way that reflects gang affiliation, conceals contraband, or
creates a distraction.
�� All clothing must be properly hemmed. Clothing that is torn, tattered, or with holes is not
permitted.
�� Dress code problems that arise will be addressed at the discretion of the campus principal.
Grooming
Hair (male/female): Hair style, length, cut, or color that is extreme or distracting may be
unacceptable. Excessive hairstyles not allowed: tails, designs, spikes,
mohawks, puffs, color that is not considered natural, etc.
Hair (male): Not to extend below the eyebrows in front.
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Not to extend below mid-ear on sides.
Not to extend below the top of the collar in back.
No ponytails (regardless of its placement on the head).
No sideburns below the ear and not wider than the cheek.
No mustaches, beards or goatees. (High School male students may wear mustaches, which are short
and neatly trimmed. Mustaches that extend beyond the upper lip will not be accepted.)
Body Piercing - No visible body piercing is allowed that displays jewelry, etc. except for female ear
piercing and earrings. Male ear piercing may not display any jewelry or other objects at any time.
Tongue rings/studs are not allowed. Any tattoos must be covered at all times. The policy for body
piercing will be enforced at any and all school activities.
Compliance
If a non-exempt student attends school in violation of the standardized dress requirements, possible
consequences are as follows:
• the student will be placed immediately in isolation on the campus, either until the parent can bring
appropriate clothing or for the entire day, whichever comes first;
• the student will be assigned an office detention;
• the student will be placed in in-school suspension (ISS) for one day;
• for more than one infraction, repeated infractions, or for blatant infractions, the student will be sent
to in-school suspension (ISS) for a minimum of 3 days;
• the student will be assigned one or more days of Saturday school;
• if the student has multiple infractions of the dress code, the principal may pursue due process for
AEP placement.
Special Dress Days
Administrator(s) shall have authority to waive the wearing of the standardized dress clothing for
certain days, parts of days, special events, or special activities as outlined in CISD Board Policy
FNCA (Local). Students who choose not to participate in the special days are expected to comply
with the standardized dress code.
Special Assistance
In case of severe financial hardship, parents may contact their child's school by phone, mail, or in
person to request assistance when financially unable to purchase the standardized dress clothing.
Special note--having a child on the free-reduced lunch program does not automatically qualify for
assistance.
Funding
Economically disadvantaged students whose parents cannot afford standardized dress clothing without
financial assistance will be aided through the CISD Clothing Closet, private donations or gifts by
individuals or businesses, or through contributions from activity funds or parent organizations.
Final Authority
Administrators will have complete and final judgment on all matters concerning interpretation of the
dress code. Matters concerning appearance and dress not specifically covered above shall be within
the discretion of the administration.