King Dress CODE

At King, we work to prepare students to thrive in a rapidly changing world.


We recognize that one's attire is a method of expressing and exploring personal identity.

Simultaneously, our dress code acknowledges the fact that attire is also a function of space and time and reflects one's connection to the community. As such, we offer multiple standards of dress that mirror various environments that students may encounter.

King School has a reasonable, appropriate Dress Code that fosters individuality, respect, and a sense of community.
 

Lower School Middle School Upper school


 

Choices are provided, allowing for important expressions of individuality without encouraging excessive display of fads.
 

We want to encourage our students to respect the learning environment and the work that we do here. Our Dress Code also takes into consideration children’s sensitivities to fit and types of textiles.

Exceptions to the Dress Code may be requested based on cultural, medical, or religious grounds at any time.


Dress Code Vendor

With the exception of the plaid kilt, plaid jumper, and navy/khaki skirts (access Lands' End purchase store here), families are free to purchase any brand of clothing, provided they meet the standards outlined by division.


Lower School Dress Code

Please note: The dress code below is for all Grades 1-5 students. Prekindergarten and Kindergarten students do not have a dress code; however, students are encouraged to wear official King-branded tops, available through our school store.

Overall Guidelines for Dress
  • Any extremes in hair or jewelry are unacceptable.
  • No makeup.
  • Simple jewelry and accessories are acceptable.
  • Flip-flops, sandals, and open-toed footwear are unacceptable on Relaxed Standard days as well.
Daily Standards of Dress
Top
  • White or navy polo shirt.
  • White button-down shirt or blouse.
  • White or navy turtleneck.
  • Any official King polo shirt, sweatshirt, or fleece.
  • Sweater: Navy (with or without King logo)
  • Pullover with King logo, 1/4 zip.

On Fridays
Lower School students may choose to wear a King t-shirt with the daily standard uniform bottom.
Please note: All shirts must be tucked in at all times. No embellishments are allowed on sweaters.

Bottom
  • Khaki tan or navy, tailored slacks; khaki tan, tailored capris; khaki tan or navy skorts; or khaki tan, tailored woven slacks. Plaid jumper.
  • King belt or classic style belt of simple design.
  • Khaki tan, tailored Bermuda-style shorts. (Shorts are acceptable September-October and April-June only.)
  • Solid navy or white tights or leggings; white or dark, solid-colored socks.

Please note: No drawstring, cargo, or jean style pants are allowed. No embellishments areallowed on socks, tights, or leggings.

Shoes
  • Sneakers.
  • Black or brown “Merrell” style shoes or traditional shoes.
  • No other colors of shoes.
  • No shoes with platforms or heels over one inch.
  • No sandals or open-toed/back footwear.
  • No fashion boots of any kind.
  • Snow/rain boots may be worn to/from school. Students must change into their shoes upon entering the classroom.
  • Shoes should be a matching pair.
Formal Standards of Dress

The following guidelines apply to the occasional formal dress days during the school year:

Top
  • White blouse or collared button-down shirt with sleeves
  • For Grades 1-3: Navy crew or cardigan sweater with or without King logo - Optional (Blazers may NOT be worn.)
  • For Grades 4-5: Navy Blazer (Blazer is not required on hot days, September-October and April-June, except for Moving Up Days.) Please note: All shirts must be tucked in at all times.
Bottom
  • Khaki tan or navy, tailored slacks with a King belt or a classic style belt of simple design.
  • Khaki tan, tailored woven slacks with a King belt or a classic style belt of simple design.
  • King plaid skort
  • Plaid Jumper
  • Solid navy or white tights or leggings; white or dark, solid-colored socks.

Please note: No drawstring, cargo, or jean style pants are allowed. No embellishments are allowed on socks, tights, or leggings.

Shoes
  • Black or brown Merrell-style shoes or traditional shoes.
  • No other colors of shoes.
  • No sandals, open-toed or backless footwear.
  • No fashion boots of any kind.
  • No shoes with platforms or heels over one inch.
  • Snow/rain boots may be worn to/from school. Students must change into their shoes upon entering the classroom.
Physical Education Dress

PreK-Grade 3 Requirements

  • Sneakers
  • Slip-on Merrells, sandals, and boots will not be allowed.
  • Recommend bringing a pair of sneakers to keep in your child’s cubby for PE.

Grades 4-5 Requirements

 

  • Sneakers
  • Slip-on Merrells, sandals, and boots will not be allowed.
  • Recommend bringing a pair of sneakers to keep in your child’s cubby for PE, King Branded T-Shirt, Shorts, Sweatpants, and Sweatshirts
  • Students must have a proper PE uniform for each class, even during dress-down days.
  • All items can be purchased from the School Store. For hours and more information visit th School Store website.
  • All clothing should be labeled with your child’s name.
  • Gym bag

 

Middle School Dress Code

Overall Guidelines for Dress
  • During the school day, all students must be in dress code.
  • Students are expected to wear shorts or pants near or on their natural waistlines.
  • Tights, leggings, or spandex may not take the place of the length of a skirt or shorts.
  • Sandals or backless shoes are not permitted.
  • Students may wear team uniform tops when the team on which they participate has a scheduled game.
  • Students may not wear t-shirts over collared shirts.
Daily Standards of Dress

The Daily Standard of Dress is to be observed 8:00 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. The expectation is for students to arrive on campus dressed appropriately for school as indicated in the following chart.

Top
  • Any official King shirt, sweatshirt, or fleece.
  • Solid-color polo or button-down shirt.
  • Solid-color crew or V-neck sweater, half-zip fleece, or buttoned cardigan.
  • Please note: unless official King-branded attire, all should be graphic-free, pattern-free, and text-free.
Bottom
  • Khaki/Navy corduroy or chino pants or shorts.
  • Khaki/Navy chino skort or King plaid skort.
  • King plaid/Navy/Khaki skirts with spandex shorts or solid-color leggings.

Shoes
  • Any close-toed shoes with back and no elevated heel.
Formal Standards of Dress

The following guidelines apply to the occasional formal dress days during the school year:

Top
  • Navy blazer.
  • White button-down shirt.
  • Tie (optional)
  • Solid-color sweater optional on top of required shirt (No sweatshirts permitted on formal days.)
Bottom
  • Khaki/Navy chino pants or shorts.
  • Khaki/Navy chino skort or King plaid skort.
  • King plaid/Navy/Khaki skirts with spandex shorts or solid-color leggings.
  • Solid-color socks or tights (optional).

Shoes
  • Any close-toed shoes with back and no elevated heel.
  • Please note: Sneakers are permitted.
Relaxed Standard of Dress

The Relaxed Standard of Dress is to be observed from 8:00 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. on Dress-Down Days designated by the School and announced in advance.
Prohibited Items at Any Time
  • Clothing that does not cover the entire torso, shoulder, or upper thigh.
  • Shirts, sweatshirts, or pants with offensive or intolerant language or pictures on them, including references to drug and /or alcohol use.
  • Hats indoors.
  • Outdoor jackets and/or coats indoors.
  • Torn clothing, or clothing with holes in it.
  • See-through or gauze-like clothing.
  • Pajamas and/or loungewear.
  • Sandals, flip-flops, or open-toed shoes.
Athletics Standard of Dress

To ensure that students’ Athletics experience is as rewarding as possible, we ask that students be properly prepared for each practice and/or game. Students will need to be in the proper attire for each session, including dress down days and also be prepared to be outside as long as the weather permits.

King branded athletic wear, gym bags, and pants, and other athletic practice apparel are available at the School store, although students can wear any brand for athletics practices.

 

Upper School Dress Code

Overall Guidelines for Dress
  • During the school day, all students must be in dress code.
  • Students are expected to wear shorts or pants near or on their natural waistlines.
  • Tights, leggings, or spandex may not take the place of the length of a skirt or shorts.
  • Sandals or backless shoes are not permitted.
  • Students may wear team uniform tops when the team on which they participate has a scheduled game.
  • Students may not wear t-shirts over collared shirts.
Daily Standards of Dress

The Daily Standard of Dress is to be observed 8:00 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. The expectation is for students to arrive on campus dressed appropriately for school as indicated in the following chart.

Top
  • Any official King shirt, sweatshirt, or fleece.
  • Solid-color polo or button-down shirt.
  • Solid-color crew or V-neck sweater, half-zip fleece, or buttoned cardigan.
  • Please note: unless official King-branded attire, all should be graphic-free, pattern-free, and text-free.
Bottom
  • Khaki/Navy corduroy or chino pants or shorts.
  • Khaki/Navy chino skort or King plaid skort.
  • King plaid/Navy/Khaki skirts with spandex shorts or solid-color leggings.

Shoes
  • Any close-toed shoes with back and no elevated heel.
Formal Standards of Dress

The following guidelines apply to the occasional formal dress days during the school year:

Top
  • Navy blazer.
  • White button-down shirt.
  • Tie (optional)
  • Solid-color sweater optional on top of required shirt (No sweatshirts permitted on formal days.)
  • Please note: Seniors may wear their class polo shirts.
Bottom
  • Khaki/Navy chino pants or shorts.
  • Khaki/Navy chino skort or King plaid skort.
  • King plaid/Navy/Khaki skirts with spandex shorts or solid-color leggings.
  • Solid-color socks (optional).
Shoes
  • Any close-toed shoes with back and no elevated heel.
  • Please note: Sneakers are permitted.
Relaxed Standard of Dress
The Relaxed Standard of Dress is to be observed from 8:00 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. on Dress-Down Days designated by the school and announced in advance. During those days, students may exercise more freedom in their choice of dress, provided they are mindful of the following prohibited items.
Prohibited Items at Any Time
  • Clothing that does not cover the entire torso, shoulder, or upper thigh.
  • Inappropriate or offensive graphics or text.
  • Hats indoors.
  • Outdoor jackets and/or coats indoors.
  • Torn clothing, or clothing with holes in it.
  • See-through or gauze-like clothing.
  • Pajamas and/or loungewear.
  • Sandals, flip-flops. or open-toed shoes.
Athletics Standard of Dress

To ensure that students’ Athletics experience is as rewarding as possible, we ask that students be properly prepared for each practice and/or game. Students will need to be in the proper attire for each session, including dress down days and also be prepared to be outside as long as the weather permits.

King branded athletic wear, gym bags, and pants, and other athletic practice apparel are available at the School store, although students can wear any brand for athletics practices.