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UNIFORM POLICY 2026-2027
Philosophy & General Policy Providence Classical Academy’s Uniform Policy is founded in a desire to cultivate a professional culture that is neat, orderly, and honors God in our attire. We recognize that humans are both physical and spiritual beings made in the image of God, and the way we dress is an expression of stewardship of our bodies and regard for others. Our uniform policy exists to foster: A Respectful and Focused Learning Environment Humility and Modesty, Making Appropriate Gendered Distinction Reduction of Peer Pressure and Social Stratification Sense of Identity and Unity The school administration will determine if there is a violation of the Uniform Policy, either in fact or attitude. Non-compliant students will be expected to correct their appearance quickly.
General Uniform Requirements Apparel: Formal Days will be announced through ClassReach. Formal Day attire is listed on pages 4-7. Students’ clothing must be clean, free of holes or tears, and be appropriately sized. No visible undergarments. Hair & Accessories: Students will keep their hair clean and well-groomed. No visible tattoos are allowed. Watches are allowed; they cannot make noise, have smart technology, or be cumbersome to wear. If watches becomes a distraction the teacher has the discretion to request it be removed.
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Uniform Requirements General Uniform Requirements apply to all students. Gender-specific uniform requirements follow: Gentlemen Hair must be kept in a traditional boys haircut, above collar and neatly groomed. No unnatural hair coloring. No makeup, nail polish, earrings, body piercing jewelry or visible tattoos. Shirts must be tucked in. Belt must be worn. Ladies Hair must be a natural color and feminine. Hair accessories must be fitting to the style of the uniform, which is modest and conservative. Modesty is required; bike shorts are strongly suggested under jumpers. Primary students: no makeup or artificial nails. Nail polish color must be classy and fitting to the uniform, and manicured to a natural length and shape. Earrings are allowed and must be classy and fitting to the uniform; no body piercing jewelry. If hair accessories or jewelry become a distraction, the teacher and adminstration have the discretion to request they be removed.
Purchasing Information We hope that our uniforms can save families both and time and money. By de-emphasizing the social impact of dress, the uniform helps focus the students on character and academic issues. It strives to level the playing field for every student, regardless of economic context. French Toast carries our preferred plaid (pictured to the right) and other items. You may purchase other items on Lands’ End, Amazon, Target, Old Navy and similar retailers. When purchasing from an outside retailer, please consult the images and links we have provided to ensure continuity.
The approved plaid is “Green Plaid” from French Toast.
PRIMARY & SECONDARY LADIES Category
Regular Uniform
Tops
White fitted oxford - short or long sleeve; white or green polo; pullover, cardigan, or sweater vest (green); green plaid cross tie (for dress days)
Any Regular Uniform top or PCA Spirit Wear
Bottoms
Green Plaid, Navy or Khaki Skirt; Navy or khaki twill pants (not tight-fitting)
Any Regular Uniform bottoms or jeans (not tight-fitting or holes)
Footwear
Navy or white tights or socks; black, gray, or brown closed toed shoes
Regular Uniform shoes
(Tuesdays-Thursdays)
Casual
(First Friday or as announced)
Dress Day Attire (as announced): white oxford, plaid cross tie, plaid or navy skirt and green cardigan; dress shoes (no sneakers)
PRIMARY & SECONDARY GENTLEMEN Regular Uniform
Casual
(Tuesdays-Thursdays)
(First Friday or as announced)
Tops
White oxford shirt - long or short sleeve; White or green polo; v-neck sweater vest (optional); outwear: green vneck sweater
Any Regular Uniform top or PCA Spirit Wear
Bottoms
Khaki or Navy Pants; black belt
Regular Uniform pants or gray shorts (no mesh) or jeans (no holes)
Footwear
Navy or white socks; neutral closed toed shoes
Regular uniform shoes
Category
Formal Day Attire (as announced): white oxford, v-neck sweater vest (Lands’ End), green plaid tie, and navy pants