Solid black or dark brown dress shoes without any embellishments of any kind (no shoes no boots, no sandals, no with stripes, no multi-colored or two-toned shoes, no Heelys, moccasins). Shoelaces must be tied at all times. Optional: Sweater: Green V-neck cardigan sweater (no fleeces, no sweatshirts; dress shirt must be worn under sweater). Students may not wear jackets inside the building. Undershirt: White undershirt If you are concerned about wear and tear on your son’s uniform, we suggest you purchase multiple sets from Cookies Department Store. Clothing must fit appropriately. Excessively pants, shirts, etc. are not allowed. Students may not wear jewelry. Students must remove all hats, head-wraps, bandanas, kerchiefs, and other head-coverings upon entering the building unless it is worn in accordance with a religious observation. Whenever any element of physical appearance or grooming—even if it is allowable the school’s current rules—becomes a distraction to one’s self or to others, it is no longer acceptable and steps will be taken to remove the distraction. Family Involvement Policy Excellence Boys Charter School is a partnership between the school leadership, teachers, scholars, and scholars’ families. Although the job of making decisions about school policy belongs to the Board of Trustees, Principal, and Director of Operations, family involvement is not only welcome, but absolutely critical to the success of the school (see page 42 for our Title 1 Parent Involvement Policy). Excellence Boys families are asked to: Reinforce Excellence Boys’ academic and behavioral standards at home Establish a routine for students Provide a quiet space for students to study Provide positive reinforcement of student progress and success Discuss academics and student work family members Help students with Life’s Work Ensure that students complete all of their Life’s Work every night Serve as reading and academic tutors before and after school Chaperone field trips and volunteer at the school Provide links to summer enrichment opportunities Assist with student recruitment Support other Excellence Boys families Excellence family-school relationships are maintained through:
Solid black or dark brown dress shoes without any embellishments of any kind (no shoes with stripes, no multi-colored or two-toned shoes, no Heelys, no boots, no sandals, no moccasins). Shoelaces must be tied at all times. Optional: Sweater: Green V-neck cardigan sweater (no fleeces, no sweatshirts; dress shirt must be worn under sweater). Students may not wear jackets inside the building. Undershirt: White undershirt If you are concerned about wear and tear on your son’s uniform, we suggest you purchase multiple sets from Cookies Department Store. Clothing must fit appropriately. Excessively pants, shirts, etc. are not allowed. Students may not wear jewelry. Students must remove all hats, head-wraps, bandanas, kerchiefs, and other head-coverings upon entering the building unless it is worn in accordance with a religious observation. Whenever any element of physical appearance or grooming—even if it is allowable the school’s current rules—becomes a distraction to one’s self or to others, it is no longer acceptable and steps will be taken to remove the distraction. Family Involvement Policy Excellence Boys Charter School is a partnership between the school leadership, teachers, scholars, and scholars’ families. Although the job of making decisions about school policy belongs to the Board of Trustees, Principal, and Director of Operations, family involvement is not only welcome, but absolutely critical to the success of the school (see page 42 for our Title 1 Parent Involvement Policy). Excellence Boys families are asked to: Reinforce Excellence Boys’ academic and behavioral standards at home Establish a routine for students Provide a quiet space for students to study Provide positive reinforcement of student progress and success Discuss academics and student work family members Help students with Life’s Work Ensure that students complete all of their Life’s Work every night Serve as reading and academic tutors before and after school Chaperone field trips and volunteer at the school Provide links to summer enrichment opportunities Assist with student recruitment Support other Excellence Boys families Excellence family-school relationships are maintained through:
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