YJUHSD Dress Code


Expectations regarding student dress at Yosemite High School are driven by community values of modesty, school safety, and preparation for the world of work (BP 5132, AR 5132).

The following are to be considered as general guidelines on the Yosemite High School campus and at all school activities:

  • Clothing shall be sufficiently modest in order to reduce distractions to student learning.
  • Clothing should be neat and fitted to the student.
  • All apparel shall be safe and appropriate for the classroom.
  • A student’s dress should contribute to a positive self-image and a productive learning environment.

The following are specific requirements for all students (Ed. Code 35183, 48907):

  • Footwear and shirts are required at all times.
  • Chains, collars, or bracelets with spikes or studs, or any other injurious objects necessary for the academic purpose of the pupil are prohibited on school grounds (Ed Code 49330).
  • Clothing and personal items are to be free of writing, pictures, or any other insignia which are profane, sexually suggestive, or which bear drug, alcohol, or tobacco advertising, or which advocate racial, ethnic, religious prejudice, or are gang-related.
  • Hats, shirts or any other items with individual nicknames or with gang-related affiliation are not acceptable.
  • Clothing shall be sufficient to conceal undergarments at all times. See-through or fish-net fabrics, tank tops with oversized armholes, halter tops, low-cut tops, bare midriffs, or skirts or shorts shorter than mid-thigh are not acceptable. Skirts, shorts, slits should be at or below the fingertips when standing in a relaxed posture.
  • Bike shorts or gym shorts are unacceptable attire outside of physical education classes.
  • Pants must fit and be worn at the natural waist. All belts worn by students should be properly fitted, and any excess belt should be worn in the belt loops so that it does not hang down from the waist.

The administration will gladly answer any questions you or your student may have about appropriate dress for school. Students who are dressed inappropriately will be required to modify their dress or they will be sent home to change, and parents will be contacted. Repeated incidents will be treated as defiance of the school's authority.

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