Baird Middle School
Standard Dress Policy
***For the purpose of fostering a professional and academic school culture, below is the Baird standard of dress policy. Please read through every category. Students not in the Baird Standard of Dress will be provided loaner clothes or parents can bring something for students to change into.
| Acceptable | Unacceptable | |
|---|---|---|
| ID AND LANYARD: | All students must wear a picture student ID attached to a Baird Lanyard. Only a Baird lanyard is acceptable. | No defacing ID, or ID holder. No stickers. No toys or trinckets attached to lanyard (hand sanitizer is ok) |
| SOLID BAIRD COLORS | Black Brown Blue Khaki Beige Green Yellow Gray White Denim | Red Burgundy Orange Pink Purple Two-toned Checkered patterns |
| PANTS: SOLID BAIRD COLORS | Must be fitted and worn at waist and not below hip bone Must have pockets Must be hemmed Elastic waist acceptable | No baggy style, no sagging No sweats or jogging styles No more than one size bigger or smaller No holes or tears No spandex, stretch pants or leggings No frayed cut-offs or hems |
| SHORTS/SKIRTS: SOLID BAIRD COLORS | Capris are acceptable Pleated Skorts Cargo shorts Must have pockets | Shorts should not be longer than the bottom of the knee cap Not shorter than “4 fingers” above the knee No frayed cut-offs or hems |
| SHIRTS/BLOUSES: SOLID BAIRD COLORS | Must have collar or turtleneck and sleeves Must be tucked in at all times Trim must be in solid Baird colors only Brand name Logos must be in Baird colors only Small logos acceptable Undershirts must be Baird colors Vests ok: must have collared shirt underneath | No lace or sheer material No cleavage or midriff exposed |
| JACKETS/SWEATSHIRTS: SOLID BAIRD COLORS | Department store purchased or Baird purchased Hooded, zip-up, or pullover Small logos acceptable | No two-toned jackets, no stripes, etc. |
| BACKPACKS: SOLID BAIRD COLORS | Small logos acceptable | No writing on outside, put name on inside No logo other than brand name label |
| BELTS: SOLID BAIRD COLORS | Solid buckles only Solid belt with no studs or decorations | No excess longer than to first belt loop (no hanging belts) |
| HEADWEAR HAIR ADORNMENTS: SOLID BAIRD COLORS | Such as ribbons/scrunchies Hoods ok; worn outdoors only in cold weather Hats may be worn for sun protection purposes only. Small logos only. | No multi-colored/multi-print No objects attached to head bands; example cat ears |
| HAIR COLOR AND/OR STYLE: | Hair styles are a matter of personal choice. | Bangs must not obstruct or interfere with vision at any time. Excessive hair style that obstructs the view of others will not be allowed. The school shall be concerned only when this impacts the health and safety of students and staff. |
| SHOES/SOCKS/LACES: BAIRD SOLID COLOR | Sandals must have a back strap Socks, laces and shoes should be in Baird colors only. Tights may be worn under skirts or shorts. | No high heels, no platform shoes, no steel-toed shoesNo thigh highs or leggings allowed No words, designs or patterns of any kind on socks. |
| LOGOS: | Small logos acceptable. | Solid Baird colors only |
| JEWELRY: SOLID BAIRD COLOR | Earrings are to be worn in ears only | No jewelry with chains, spikes and/or studs is allowed NO writing |
PE Dress Policy
| Tops | Shorts | Pants | Shoes | Hats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baird P.E. shirt; short or long sleeve; hooded, zippered, or pullover sweatshirts; solid Baird colors only | Baird P.E shorts., basketball shorts, solid Baird colors only, 4″ inseam (no running, volleyball, or yoga type shorts allowed) | Athletic sweatpants, solid Baird colors only | Athletic shoes ONLY | No hats allowed during PE |
NOT ALLOWED: No logos, tank tops, cut-off sleeves or shorts, see thru pants or shirts, no altered clothing, no running type shorts (must adhere to Standard of Dress for short length) , no leggings, yoga pants, etc.
NON-DRESS STEPS: Step 1: Change clothes — Step 2: Call Home — Step 3: Office Referral ​