5511 - DRESS AND GROOMING

The Governing Board recognizes that each student’s mode of dress and grooming is a manifestation of personal style and individual preference. The Governing Board shall not interfere with the right of students and their parents to make decisions regarding their appearance, except when their choices interfere with the educational program of the schools. The Governing Board authorizes the Superintendent to establish a reasonable dress code in order to promote a safe and healthy school setting and enhance the educational environment. The dress code shall be incorporated into the Student Code of Conduct or Discipline Code.

Accordingly, the Superintendent shall establish such grooming procedures as are necessary to promote discipline, maintain order, secure the safety of students, and provide a healthy environment conducive to academic purposes, and shall establish the dress requirements for members of school groups when representing the ESC at a public event.

Students who violate the foregoing rules shall be subject to disciplinary action and may be suspended from school.

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