Our dress code is simple and easy, but also very Wyoming!  CCS embraces “modesty and honor, a crisp and clean” casual look.   Remember that the Dress Code tells you what you CAN wear.  It is not exhaustive of what you cannot wear.  If it is not specifically mentioned in the code as being allowed, it is not allowed.  Flamboyant or “Hey, look at me” attire or grooming is not permitted.

Modesty:   No form-fitting or flesh-revealing clothing is appropriate.  Tops should completely cover the clavicle and have discernible sleeves that cover the shoulder, though length may vary.   Modesty would also preclude “Hey Look at Me” items intended for gaining attention, such as mix-matched shoes, flamboyant color schemes, and extra attire and adornments, such as rhinestones, patches, patterns, and pictures.  

Honor:   Nothing should be worn that would cause anyone to question the authenticity of our devotion to the Lord.  This would include graphics, slogans, pictures, and slang that could in any way be controversial or misunderstood.    This is also where wearing clothing appropriate for church would apply.   ALL Band T-shirts are no longer allowed.

Crisp:   Nothing wrinkled, faded, or with rips/tears/patches/frays.   It also includes wearing items the way they are intended to be worn, such as no sagging pants and buttoning shirts that have buttons. 

Clean:   No stains, dirty, worn, or faded clothing.

We want our students to be comfortable in school, but we also want a certain decorum for all attire.  Therefore, no sweatpants, athletic wear, spandex of any kind, leggings, or pajamas are ever appropriate.

As one student put it, “We don’t want to show too much flesh or to look like we crawled out of a dumpster.”   That’s a pretty good summation.

Shoes or sandals with covered heels must be worn at all times. No flip flops or slippers.

Tattoos must be covered.

Boys:

• Body piercings and earrings may NOT be worn at school or school events.

• Hair length must be above the collar/shoulders and out of the eyes. No extreme hairstyles or unnatural hair colors.  No ponytails or buns of any kind.  Hair should be neat and tidy.

• Make-up and painted fingernails are NOT allowed.

Girls:

• Make-up is allowed. It must be tasteful, natural in color, and not distracting, e.g., brights and neons.

• Extreme hairstyles and unnatural hair colors are NOT allowed. Mixed natural hair colors are allowed, but as accents and highlights, not as unnatural patterns. Eyes should not be covered.

• Earrings are limited to 2 per ear. No spacers or gauges. Septum piercings are not allowed. A single stud or small, thin loop on the nostril is permissible.

• No spaghetti straps, strapless tops, or cleavage-revealing attire is ever appropriate at CCS, including school functions that are off campus or after hours. Violators will be prohibited from performing or participating and will be asked to change clothes or leave the event.

Outer Wear (Winter Wear)

• Hoodies are permissible provided they are devoid of slogans, advertisements, or symbols (other than church or Christian symbols). ALL Band Hoodies are no longer allowed. Brand symbols such as the Nike swoosh, Adidas three stripe, AND insignias of professional or collegiate sports teams are allowed, provided they can be covered by your hand.
• Hoodies must NOT be worn with hood-on inside the building. Habitual violators of this policy will lose the privilege of wearing hoodies.
• A crew neck shirt covering the clavicle (not a white t-shirt/undergarment) MUST BE WORN underneath any outerwear, including sweatshirts.  A hoodie does not have this requirement, as the hood serves as a collar. The student must have a crew neck shirt under it if they wish to discard the hoodie.
• Any winter jacket is acceptable, following the same spirit of style and humility as described above. No “hey, look at me” attire is acceptable.

Formal Occasions

Modesty is not situational. Dresses or gowns worn on formal occasions must display modesty and decency. Dresses should not reveal cleavage nor be shorter than three inches above the knee. These guidelines also apply to guests who attend formal CCS functions.

Friday Spirit Wear

Students can wear CCS Spirit Gear any day of the week.  Fridays are designated as days students are encouraged to wear CCS Spirit Gear and support our students in their activities and programs.

Consequences

Students will receive a single warning for the year for dress code mishaps.  After that, an infraction will be given out.  After two infractions for dress code, the student will receive in-school suspension.  If a student breaks the modesty code in attire, they will not be allowed to attend class until they are properly dressed. Either the parents will be asked to bring in a change of clothes, or the student will be sent home to change clothes. It will be an unexcused absence for whatever class time is missed.