+ Parent Uniform Committee April 30, 2015 - Lindop School

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Parent Uniform Committee April 30, 2015

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School Uniform Checklist (www2.ed.gov)

n Involve

Parents (Survey)

n Involve

Students (Survey)

n Determine n Select

if Mandatory

Attire (Committee)

n Protect

Rights of Expression

n Protect

Religious Beliefs

n Fiscally

Responsible

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Committee Norms Equal Voice Respect Time (Start & End on Time) Agenda (meeting objectives) Decisions are made based on research or rationale •  Students First (what’s best for them) •  •  •  • 

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Reflection Parent, Student & Staff Surveys (2013-2014) Community Town Hall Mtg. April 10, 2014 Parent, Student & Staff Surveys (2014-2015) Community Town Hall Mtg. March 5, 2015 Parent Uniform Committee Meeting March 24, 2015 Parent Uniform Committee Meeting April14, 2015 BOE Uniform Fashion Show April 21, 2015 Parent Uniform Committee Meeting April 30, 2015

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Meeting Objectives

ª How will we promote our brand? ª How will we inform parents? ª How will Lindop enforce uniforms? ª Finalize “look” of uniforms (rules)? ª When/How purchase polos or ties?

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Brand Promotion

ª  Create belief statement and slogan for communicating WHY uniforms (i.e. “Dress for Success”) ª  Flyers, Website, Newsletters ª  Mannequin at Registration ª  Student Incentives (see slide #11) ª  Student Fashion Show during lunches ª  Advertisement Banner on gate w/ student images in uniform

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Informing Parents ª Blackboard Connect ª Parent Handbook (merge CoC) ª Registrations ª Flyers & Website ª Newsletter ª Flyers

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Enforcing Uniforms Committee reviewed SAMPLE CONSEQUENCES from other high performing school districts with uniforms. ª DeKalb, GA ª Flagler County, FL ª Holy Trinity, CHS

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Lindop Consequences

ª  1st Offense Offer change of clothing Contact parent/guardian Verbal warning of dress code violation ª  2nd Offense Offer change of clothing Contact parent/guardian Mail written warning Student reflection with parent signature

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Lindop Consequences

ª  3rd Offense Offer change of clothing Conference with parent/guardian Mail written warning Social probation (loss of recess, activities) ª  4th Offense Offer change of clothing Conference with parent/guardian Mail written warning Detention (after school)

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Student Ownership

Grades Kindergarten -2nd •  Teachers highlight on Friday Flyers etc. •  Students receive points for wearing uniforms •  Students receive Tiger Paws for RESPONSIBLE

Grades 3rd – 8th •  Connect uniform compliance with SEL/GPA period •  Students receive letter grade on report card •  Students complying will

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Uniform Incentives

Friday Dress Down Days •  Kindergarten – 4th wear navy bottoms •  5th – 8th wear khaki bottoms •  ALL students may wear spirit wear shirts, jerseys

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Finalizing “Look”

Committee reviewed SAMPLE RULES from other high performing school districts with uniforms. ª DeKalb, GA ª Richmond, IN ª Birmingham, AL

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Not Acceptable

n No

jogging pants, jeggings n No T-shirts n No Hoodies n Multi-colored shoes n No pictures or symbols on socks

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nd 2

Navy Bottoms Light Blue Polo + Orange accessories Black or Brown Shoes

+ Primary (K – 2): Boys & Girls Bottom - Navy Color Navy Cargos (yes) pants, shorts, skirts, skorts, jumpers Tops – Light Blue Girls – Polos Boys – Polos Long or short sleeve collared and buttons Shoes Dark Shoes (black, brown or navy) Gym Shoes (Solid Colored) (black, white or navy) Socks or Tights – White, Navy, Light Blue, Black Sweater/Cardigans/Vests – Navy

rd 3

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th 4

Navy Bottoms Royal or Orange Polo No Cross Ties or Ties Black or Brown Shoes

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+ Intermediate

(3rd – 4th)

Bottom – Navy Cargos (yes) Skorts, skirts, pants, shorts, jumpers Shirts must be tucked Students must wear belts Tops – color (orange or royal – tucked) Girls – Polos (w/ Lindop emblem) Boys – Polos (w/ Lindop emblem) Long or Short Sleeve Shoes Dark Shoes (black, brown or navy) Gym Shoes (Solid Colored) (black, white or navy) Socks or Tights – White, Navy, Black, Royal Blue or Orange Sweater/Cardigans/Vests - Navy

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th 6

Khaki bottoms Orange or Royal Polo Navy Cross-Ties and Ties

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(5th – 6th)

Bottom – Khaki Cargos, Skorts, skirts, pants, shorts, jumpers Shirts must be tucked & Students must wear belts Tops – color (orange or royal – tucked) Girls – Polos (w/ Lindop emblem) Boys – Polos (w/ Lindop emblem) Long or Short Sleeve Accessories – navy ties and cross over ties are optional Shoes Dark Shoes (black, brown or navy) Gym Shoes (Solid Colored) (black, white or navy) Socks or Tights – White, Navy, Black, Royal Blue, Orange or Argyle (w/school colors) Sweater/Cardigans/Vests - Navy

7th Grade

+Khaki Bottoms White collared Shirt Navy Blazer, Sweater Vests or Cardigans Orange or Navy Ties & Cross Ties

7th Grade

+ Khaki Bottoms White collared Shirt Navy Blazer, Sweater Vests or Cardigans Orange or Navy Ties & Cross Ties

+ Middle School (7th) Bottom – Khaki Cargos, skorts, skirts, pants, shorts Shirts must be tucked Students must wear belts Tops – Long or Short Sleeve Girls – White collar shirts with cross-ties Boys – White collar shirts with Ties - Solid Ties & Cross-ties for 7th – Royal Blue OR Orange Shoes Dark Shoes (black, brown or navy) Gym Shoes (Solid Colored) (black, white or navy) Socks or Tights – White, Navy, Light Blue, Black Sweater/Cardigans/Vests – Navy (w/ emblem)

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Grade

Khaki Bottoms White Collared Shirts Navy Blazer, Sweater Vests or Cardigans + Navy & Orange Tie Navy & Orange Cross Tie

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School ( 8th)

Bottom – Khaki Cargos, Skorts, skirts, pants, shorts Shirts must be tucked & Students must wear belts Tops – Long or Short Sleeve Girls – White collar shirts with cross-ties Boys – White collar shirts with Ties – Stripped Ties & Cross ties for 8th Shoes Dark Shoes (black, brown or navy) Gym Shoes (Solid Colored) (black, white or navy) Socks or Tights – White, Navy, Light Blue, Black Sweater/Cardigans/Vests – Navy

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Uniform Price Points ü Short

& Long Sleeve Polo – $5.75 - $8 ü White Collared Shirts – $5 - $9.75 ü Navy & Khaki Slacks – $7.75 - $11.25 ü Navy & Khaki Jumpers – $7.25 - $10.50 ü Navy & Khaki Shorts, Skirts – $7.25 -$10.25 ü Cross Ties - $3 - $5 ü Men’s Ties - $8 - $10 ü Sweaters, Vests - $10 - $18 ü Blazers - $35

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Uniform Shopping

Parents will be able to shop for the following items at any store of their choosing. Parents and stores will receive uniform rules for each grade level band. Bottoms: Khaki, Navy bottoms Tops: White button collared shirts & light blue polos

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Who’s the supplier?

Lindop will purchase in bulk:

•  Polos from Classroom School Uniforms located in Chicago, IL

$5.50 - $8.50 (Youth Small - Adult 2XL)

•  Ties from TieMart in Mundelin, IL $5.00 - $8.00 (Free Shipping)

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What will Lindop Sell?

Lindop will only sell: •  Orange and royal blue polos •  Men’s ties •  Ladies cross-ties.

(Ties are stripped and solid for 8th and 7th grade)

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When will Lindop Sell? ª Back to School Registrations ª Back to School BBQ ª PT Conferences ª School Days in Front Office

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Financial Assistance

ª Uniform Assistance Application ª Promote “Uniform Swaps” ª Broadview Lion’s Club ($30) ª Title I Grant Monies ª Pursue “Gifting” partnerships