Dress Code
As a Christian educational organization, we have a responsibility to create an atmosphere which enhances and adheres to the purposes we have established. Student appearance should be modest and in good taste so as not to offend or draw undue attention to oneself. The neat appearance of our students helps to create a positive learning environment and reflects the philosophy and standards of WMHFA. The following dress code requirements assist in achieving the goals mentioned above.
Shirts – All students are required to wear a WMHFA shirt. Shirts should not be altered in any way without permission. New students will receive a sport shirt for no additional cost. Returning students may purchase a new shirt for $17 or exchange last year’s shirt for a different size. Exchanged shirts must be clean! Most exchanges will be for a gently used shirt.
Pants/Slacks – Dress or casual pants only. Pants must be neat, and not torn, ragged or faded. They should be of the correct size, not too tight or too baggy and must fit at the waist. No “jean” styles, denim fabric, hip-huggers, tight or sagging pants. Leggings do not qualify as pants/slacks. (Jeans may be worn during Marching Band.)
Shorts – The length of shorts must be obviously lower than mid-thigh. In other words, the length needs to fall closer to the knee than to the crotch. Shorts must be neat, and not torn, ragged or faded. They should be of the correct size, not too tight or too baggy, and must fit at the waist. No “jean” styles, no denim fabric, and no athletic shorts except during Marching Band. If the shorts are loose enough to expose underwear when sitting on the floor, then spandex shorts that go below mid-thigh must be worn underneath. Please remember that the goal is modesty.
Skirts – The length of skirts, including slits, must cover the knee or be longer. Skirts must be neat, and not torn, ragged or faded. They should be of the correct size, not too tight, and must fit at the waist. No “jean” styles, hip-huggers, or tight skirts. Appropriate length skirts must be worn over leggings.
Sweaters/Sweatshirts – Sweaters and Sweatshirts must be modest and loose fitting, but not oversized. Sweatshirts must be plain or WMHFA apparel. There must be a WMHFA shirt beneath sweaters or plain sweatshirts. Logos or designs on sweatshirts should be no bigger than the WMHFA shirt logo.
Colorguard – WMHFA sport shirt or modest, loose fitting plain T-shirts tucked into modest, loose fitting athletic pants. Shirt must not come un-tucked when arms are raised above the head. This clothing is permitted only during Colorguard rehearsals. If Colorguard students are at the building outside of class, they must change into appropriate clothing.
Hats – Caps, hats, bandanas, dew rags, sunglasses, etc. may not be worn in the building. The hoods of sweatshirts should stay down in the building. If necessary, students may apply for a medical or religious exemption.
Jewelry/Hair – No earrings, chains, bracelets, nail polish, feminine makeup, or excessive/unusual dyed hair on boys. Boys’ hair may be no longer than the eyes , the bottom of the ears, and the collar. No body piercing jewelry or exposed tattoos on anyone. Faddish, radical or unkempt hairstyles and unnatural hair colors are to be avoided by all students (boys and girls).
Violations – Students violating the Dress Code may be given appropriate clothing at the cost of the family or will not be allowed to attend classes or other functions. Unless otherwise approved, this policy will be in effect during all WMHFA activities. Students, parents and teachers who have questions about the specific guidelines should check with the Executive Director. It is the responsibility of the Executive Director to determine what is permissible.
Marching Band - During marching band, t-shirts and jeans are allowed. Our dress code can be summed up in three words: clean, neat, and modest. We really want to stress the importance of modesty and hope you will stress this with your children as well. With hot weather comes the desire to wear as little as possible. However, your students will be on the floor doing calisthenics (think leg lifts) and other stretching exercises. We have had some of our young men come to us quite upset, saying that it is difficult to find a safe place to look when doing exercises like this because of what some of the young women are wearing. We realize that our families have a variety of different standards when it comes to what their children are allowed to wear. Please err on the side of caution to protect young eyes and minds that want to stay pure.
Shirts – All students are required to wear a WMHFA shirt. Shirts should not be altered in any way without permission. New students will receive a sport shirt for no additional cost. Returning students may purchase a new shirt for $17 or exchange last year’s shirt for a different size. Exchanged shirts must be clean! Most exchanges will be for a gently used shirt.
Pants/Slacks – Dress or casual pants only. Pants must be neat, and not torn, ragged or faded. They should be of the correct size, not too tight or too baggy and must fit at the waist. No “jean” styles, denim fabric, hip-huggers, tight or sagging pants. Leggings do not qualify as pants/slacks. (Jeans may be worn during Marching Band.)
Shorts – The length of shorts must be obviously lower than mid-thigh. In other words, the length needs to fall closer to the knee than to the crotch. Shorts must be neat, and not torn, ragged or faded. They should be of the correct size, not too tight or too baggy, and must fit at the waist. No “jean” styles, no denim fabric, and no athletic shorts except during Marching Band. If the shorts are loose enough to expose underwear when sitting on the floor, then spandex shorts that go below mid-thigh must be worn underneath. Please remember that the goal is modesty.
Skirts – The length of skirts, including slits, must cover the knee or be longer. Skirts must be neat, and not torn, ragged or faded. They should be of the correct size, not too tight, and must fit at the waist. No “jean” styles, hip-huggers, or tight skirts. Appropriate length skirts must be worn over leggings.
Sweaters/Sweatshirts – Sweaters and Sweatshirts must be modest and loose fitting, but not oversized. Sweatshirts must be plain or WMHFA apparel. There must be a WMHFA shirt beneath sweaters or plain sweatshirts. Logos or designs on sweatshirts should be no bigger than the WMHFA shirt logo.
Colorguard – WMHFA sport shirt or modest, loose fitting plain T-shirts tucked into modest, loose fitting athletic pants. Shirt must not come un-tucked when arms are raised above the head. This clothing is permitted only during Colorguard rehearsals. If Colorguard students are at the building outside of class, they must change into appropriate clothing.
Hats – Caps, hats, bandanas, dew rags, sunglasses, etc. may not be worn in the building. The hoods of sweatshirts should stay down in the building. If necessary, students may apply for a medical or religious exemption.
Jewelry/Hair – No earrings, chains, bracelets, nail polish, feminine makeup, or excessive/unusual dyed hair on boys. Boys’ hair may be no longer than the eyes , the bottom of the ears, and the collar. No body piercing jewelry or exposed tattoos on anyone. Faddish, radical or unkempt hairstyles and unnatural hair colors are to be avoided by all students (boys and girls).
Violations – Students violating the Dress Code may be given appropriate clothing at the cost of the family or will not be allowed to attend classes or other functions. Unless otherwise approved, this policy will be in effect during all WMHFA activities. Students, parents and teachers who have questions about the specific guidelines should check with the Executive Director. It is the responsibility of the Executive Director to determine what is permissible.
Marching Band - During marching band, t-shirts and jeans are allowed. Our dress code can be summed up in three words: clean, neat, and modest. We really want to stress the importance of modesty and hope you will stress this with your children as well. With hot weather comes the desire to wear as little as possible. However, your students will be on the floor doing calisthenics (think leg lifts) and other stretching exercises. We have had some of our young men come to us quite upset, saying that it is difficult to find a safe place to look when doing exercises like this because of what some of the young women are wearing. We realize that our families have a variety of different standards when it comes to what their children are allowed to wear. Please err on the side of caution to protect young eyes and minds that want to stay pure.