The LCA Governing Board has adopted a uniform policy for all students in grades 4K-8th. The purpose of the policy is to:
- Provide an environment where students can focus more on learning.
- Reduce distraction and loss of self-esteem caused by teasing or competition over clothing.
- Minimize disruption from wearing inappropriate clothing or possessing inappropriate items at school.
- Create a greater sense of community and school pride.
Statement of Policy:
It is the policy of Lake Country Academy to regulate the attire of students during the school day. All students in grades PK-8 shall wear a school uniform. In addition, the uniform policy covers "head to toe" therefore all hair- styles, accessories and footwear must be in compliance.
Parent Responsibility:
It is the responsibility of parents/guardians to ensure that their child dresses in conformity with the requirements of this policy. It is the recommendation of the administration that parents/guardians hold their children to the highest standard in regards to school attire. Parents/guardians should support the Board's efforts to create a level playing field for all students at LCA and reduce many existing distractions, disruptions and safety concerns relating to student attire. Parents/guardians should further support the Board's effort to maintain a serious educational environment that is conducive to learning and that helps to prepare LCA's students for future success in the professional workplace.
Staff Responsibilities:
School personnel should serve as role models for proper attire in the educational setting. School personnel should ensure that all students adhere to the School Uniform policy. The administration reserves the right to make the final decision on any clothing, accessory or hairstyle that may challenge the Uniform Policy. All students shall wear selected Lands' End uniform clothing and follow all other guidelines outline in the Uniform Policy.
Lake Country Academy's uniform supplier is Lands' End. Click Here to Order.
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