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7. Dress Code

7. Dress Code

MCA takes a stand for modesty as taught in the Word of God. It is vital that proper dress code and personal care be upheld. The school requires uniform (and other dress code policies) to achieve neatness, consistency, and modesty. Administration reserves the right to disapprove of any trends in hairstyles, makeup, or any attire that is deemed inappropriate.

7.1 - Hair Care

Girls hair is to be conservative in style and consistent with a traditionally feminine appearance. No unnaturally dyed hair colors will be permitted.

Boys hair must maintain a traditionally masculine appearance. Hair must be cut in such a way that it does not touch the eyebrows, ears, or collar. Sideburns should be no longer than the earlobe. Hairstyles with lines or designs cut into the hair are not acceptable. Boys are not permitted to have dyed, bleached, or highlighted hair. Beards and moustaches are not permitted.

7.2 - Clothing & Uniforms

7.2.1 - General Clothing Policy

All students must wear clothing that is specific to the child’s gender (at birth).
  • A.
    Uniform Vendors.
    MCA has made arrangements with the following vendors for certain approved uniforms.
    1. Schoolbelles. 1751 Monmouth Street, Newport, KY 41071 (859–581–3111) schoolbelles.com | School Code: s3047
    2. French Toast. frenchtoast.com. Some French Toast uniform items may be purchased at local retail stores; however, items worn to school must be the exact items sold on the Milford Christian Academy page of the French Toast website.
    3. Wage War Apparel. wagewarapparel.com | 6746 Dick Flynn Blvd Suite E, Goshen, OH 45122
  • B.
    Preschool.
    Preschool Students are not required to wear school uniforms. Preschool students may wear comfortable play clothes that are appropriate for weather conditions, allow for ease in using the restroom, and do not disrupt the learning environment. Students may not wear tops that expose a bare midriff. All preschool students are required to be daytime potty trained. No diapers or pull-ups will be permitted at any time. A seasonally appropriate change of clothing placed inside a resealable plastic bag must be kept in the student’s backpack throughout the school year.
  • C.
    Kindergarten through sixth grade.
    School uniform polos and bottoms must be purchased from Schoolbelles (in store or online) or FrenchToast.com.
  • D.
    Seventh through twelfth grade.
    School uniform polos must be purchased from Schoolbelles (in store or online) or FrenchToast.com. Uniform bottoms may be purchased from Schoolbelles (in store or online) or FrenchToast.com. Students in seventh through twelfth grade may also purchase bottoms (skirts for girls or pants for boys) at any store/website, provided they meet the dress code requirements.

7.2.2 - Girls Clothing

  • A.
    Shirts (kindergarten through twelfth grade).
    Royal blue, heather gray, navy, or light blue Polo shirts are permitted. If an undershirt is worn, it must be either white or the color of the polo. Shirts must be buttoned, except for the top button.
  • B.
    Skirts/Jumpers/Shorts (kindergarten through sixth grade).
    Navy, black, gray, and khaki uniform jumpers, skirts, or shorts are permitted. Hemlines must touch the knee. A dark-colored belt must be worn with bottoms that have belt loops. Navy, black, or gray leggings may be worn under uniform bottoms and may be purchased from any store. Leggings must be solid in color and in construct of the fabric (no cut-outs, netting, sheer fabric, etc.). It is recommended that girls wear dark-colored bike shorts (may be purchased at any store) under jumpers and skirts.
  • C.
    Skirts (seventh through twelfth grade).
    Navy (no denim), black, gray, or khaki skirts are permitted. Hemlines must touch the knee. Skirt style may not be form-fitting. Slits in skirts may not extend past the top of the knee. A dark-colored belt must be worn with bottoms that have belt loops. Navy, black, or gray leggings may be worn under uniform bottoms and may be purchased from any store. Leggings must be solid in color and in construct of the fabric (no cut-outs, netting, sheer fabric, etc.).

7.2.3 - Boys Clothing

  • A.
    Shirts (kindergarten through twelfth grade).
    Royal blue, heather gray, navy, or light blue Polo shirts are permitted. If an undershirt is worn, it must be either white or the color of the polo. Shirts must always be tucked in. Shirts must be buttoned, except for the top button.
  • B.
    Pants/Shorts (kindergarten through sixth grade).
    Navy black, gray, and khaki uniform pants or shorts are permitted. Hemlines must touch the knee. Pants and shorts must be pulled up around the waist. A dark-colored belt must be worn with bottoms that have belt loops.
  • C.
    Pants (seventh through twelfth grade).
    Navy (no denim), black, gray, or khaki pants are permitted. Pants and shorts must be pulled up around the waist. A dark-colored belt must be worn with bottoms that have belt loops.

7.2.4 - PE Uniforms (Seventh through Twelfth grades)

  • A.
    Loose-fitting, knee-length athletic shorts
  • B.
    Loose-fitting athletic pants
  • C.
    School spirit shirt
  • D.
    Gym shoes and socks

7.2.5 - Outerwear

  • A.
    Navy cardigan sweater (purchased at Schoolbelles or French Toast)
  • B.
    School spirit wear (purchased at Wage War or Schoolbelles)
  • C.
    Jackets and coats may not be worn during school hours unless permission is given by a particular teacher during that particular class.
  • D.
    Students in preschool through sixth grade will have outdoor recess when the weather is suitable for outdoor play (weather that is reasonably safe; absent lightning, rain, and ice; and free from pollutants or harmful ozone concerns). Students should wear clothing appropriate for varying weather conditions (coats, hats, gloves, boots, etc.).

7.2.6 - Footwear

Casual shoes, boots or gym shoes are permitted. Backless shoes, shoes with open toes, sandals, slippers, flip flops, slides etc. may not be worn to school. Socks or tights (girls) must be worn at all times.

7.2.7 - Makeup and Jewelry

  • A.
    Girls (Kindergarten through sixth grade).
    Makeup is not permitted to be worn nor may it be brought to school. Body and hair glitter is not permitted. Nail polish is permitted. No false fingernails are to be worn.
  • B.
    Girls (Seventh through twelfth grade).
    Makeup and nail polish may be worn in moderation. Body and hair glitter is not permitted. Jewelry may be worn in moderation (no more than two (2) pairs of earrings per ear in the lobe area only). Teachers and Administration reserve the right to ask a student to remove any jewelry that is distracting to the teaching environment.
  • C.
    Boys.
    No jewelry may be worn with the exception of a watch (medical alert bracelets or necklaces are permitted with medical documentation). No makeup or nail polish of any kind is permitted.

7.2.8 - Body Piercing and Tattoos

Only female students are permitted to have pierced ears or wear earrings; earrings may be in the lobe of the ear only. No more than two (2) pairs of earrings may be worn at one (1) time. Body piercings (seen or unseen) are not permitted for male or female students.

Students are not to write or draw on their bodies. Tattoos (temporary or permanent, seen or unseen) are not permitted.

7.3 - Clothing for Other Events

7.3.1 - Clothing during Extracurricular Activities

Modest and appropriate attire is expected when attending extracurricular activities. Attire that reflects inappropriate themes or images may never be worn by a student enrolled at MCA. Modest and appropriate attire is expected when attending extracurricular activities. Attire that reflects inappropriate themes, images or verbiage may never be worn by a student enrolled at MCA.
  • A.
    Young Ladies.
    Shirts should be loose-fitting and cover the midriff. Shorts, skirts, or dresses should come to the knee. Pants or capris should be modest and appropriate (no holes or pajama pants). Leggings may be worn under clothing such as skirts, shorts, or skorts, but may not be worn as pants for extracurricular activities.
  • B.
    Young Men.
    Modest shirts should be worn at all times. Pants or shorts that come to the knee should not have holes. Modest shirts should be worn at all times. Pants or knee-length shorts may not have holes (no pajama pants).

7.3.2 - Formal Events

Homecoming is a formal event for those in the court and requires a specific dress. Students not involved in the Homecoming court will abide by the extracurricular activities dress code outlined in the handbook. Persons who fail to meet the following dress code may be asked to leave the event.
  • A.
    Young Ladies.
    All dresses must be approved in advance at scheduled dress checks. The neckline of the dress must cover the chest area. The back of the dress must come to the middle of the back or higher and cover all undergarments. Shoulders should be covered, and dress straps must be the width of at least two (2) fingers. If the dress does not meet this requirement, wearing a covering such as a sweater or shawl over the dress is necessary. The bottom of the dress must come to the knee when sitting and standing. The same guideline applies to slits. Sleeves, sleeve openings and necklines must cover all undergarments. The dress may not be tight or form fitting. See-through material is not permitted to cover your person from shoulder to knee.
  • B.
    Young Men.
    Boys must wear dress pants, a dress shirt, dress shoes, belt, and tie. Shirts must be tucked in at all times. Ties must be tied and worn properly at all times.