Edison dressCode

							                     Mandatory Uniform Dress Code
Purpose: The Thomas Edison Middle School Uniform Dress Code has been established to instill
pride, promote a business atmosphere, enhance discipline and learning, promote safety, and prevent
disruption.

Appropriate Attire: Students are expected to be in the mandated uniform each school day.

      ID badge
      Navy blue or khaki cotton twill pants
      Dockers or Slacks
      Pleated style walking shorts
      Skirts or jumpers
      6th Grade students will wear WHITE button-up cotton oxford or polo type shirts or blouses
       with collars and sleeves. Shirts must not have logos or any other markings.
      7th Grade students will wear LIGHT BLUE button-up cotton oxford or polo type shirts or
       blouses with collars and sleeves. Shirts must not have logos or any other markings.
      8th Grade students will wear BLACK button-up cotton oxford or polo type shirts or blouses
       with collars and sleeves. Shirts must not have logos or any other markings.
      Undershirts must be solid white
      Appropriate leg wear consists of standard male and female hosiery (socks) in navy, white,
       natural skin tone hose or tights for female students
      Appropriate footwear includes dress or tennis shoes
      Belts must be worn daily
      All clothing must be appropriately sized
      Inclement water attire will consist of sold navy blue or white sweaters or sweatshirts

ADDITIONAL CRITERIA
   All shirts must be tucked in at all times.
   Absolutely no blue jeans, denim, overalls, cargo pants with leg pockets, capri pants,
      baggy or form fitting pants will be allowed.
   No color undershirts may be worn at any time.
   Open-faced shoes or sandals are strictly prohibited.
   No flannel shirts will be allowed as outerwear. NO EXCEPTIONS.

Violations: Students violating the mandatory uniform dress code will be referred to the
assistant principal’s office and subject to the following consequences:
      1st Offense – Warning letter
      2nd Offense – Warning letter + Saturday School
      3rd Offense – Parent Conference
      4th Offense – Suspension


                                         Derrick Spurlock. • Principal
                      2940 Singleton Blvd • Dallas, Texas 75212 • Telephone (972) 794-4100