Dress Code

It is the belief of Pickens County Schools that the purpose of a dress code is to promote an orderly learning environment in our schools while preparing all students for later success in the world of work. Students are expected to dress in a manner that is conducive to a positive learning environment. Additionally, administrators reserve the right to prohibit an item of clothing if that clothing creates a potential safety or injury risk to the individual student or others and if the item of clothing creates a reasonable disruption to the school environment. In matters of opinion, the judgment of the principal shall prevail.

Student who attend PACE are expected to comply with these dress code guidelines:

  • Clothing must be clean, neat, and worn properly. Clothing with holes is prohibited.
  • Clothing must be sized appropriately. Stretchy pants, dresses, or skirts are prohibited.
  • Trench coats are prohibited.
  • Shirts and pants must be free of designs, graphics, logos, etc.
  • Clothing must be modest. No revealing necklines or see-through material is allowed. Bare midriff is not acceptable.
  • No jewelry will be permitted. Belt buckles are also prohibited.
  • Hair may not cover the eyes. It must be clean, neat, and well groomed. Facial hair is not permitted.
  • No make-up or face paint is allowed.
  • Hats, sunglasses, and bandanas are not acceptable.
  • Pants must be worn at the natural waistline, belted, and must be hemmed or cuffed. Cargo pants are not allowed.
  • Shirts must be tucked in, and the belt must be visible (boys and girls).
  • No sleeveless shirts
  • Shorts for PE are appropriate, but must meet the Pickens County Schools dress code: Shorts should be no more than 5” inches above the knee.
  • Shoes must be worn at all times. Tennis (running) shoes are the only acceptable footwear.