Dressed to Learn

Marion Carson School is committed to being a school of character. “Dressed to learn”, for us, means that we choose clothing that is appropriate for learning in a school setting. In light of the above, the following are examples of unacceptable dress at Marion Carson School:

• Clothing with violent images and/or disrespectful, rude or profane slogans/words
• Belly shirts or tube tops
• Visible underwear
• Short shorts, skirts and skorts that are shorter than mid-thigh
• Slip-ons, flip flops, heelies, cleats or platform shoes
• Hats or head coverings worn in indoor classroom settings excluding those worn for religious purposes
• Strongly scented perfumes or body sprays
• Unsafe jewelry such as dangling or large hoop earrings, long necklaces or chains that may get caught on play equipment
• Unsafe clothing such as extremely baggy or ripped clothing or clothing with strings that may get caught on play equipment

Dressing for the Weather

Proper dress for students in cold weather during the winter is very important, as students will be outside for recess as often as possible if weather permits. Students go outside in weather as cold as -20°C. As a minimum guideline, students should be sent to school with a winter jacket, mitts or gloves, a toque, and boots.

Your support in this matter is greatly appreciated.

Shoes

To ensure safety during daily activities (including physical education), students must have a pair of non-marking inside running shoes that are kept at school, as well as an outdoor pair of shoes. Having a pair of inside shoes helps to keep our school clean, and keeps students safe during indoor movement activities. Please ensure your student can tie laces if these are the type shoes you are sending.