Uniform Policy

ISI has an established uniform that meets the Islamic dress code requirements. Information about the uniform is given to the parents at the time of registration. The school policy states that all students must comply and adhere to the school uniform. Full compliance and cooperation is required from all students and parents. Specifically, the Islamic school of Irving has decided to adopt the following dress code for all boys and girls:

Overview:

The Islamic School of Irving Board believes that a mandatory school uniform policy will provide a more secure school environment, promote an atmosphere for greater discipline, and increase learning opportunities for students by removing many of the distractions and connotations associated with various types of clothing. All ISI Students are required to wear uniforms to class. Parents are responsible for ensuring that their children wear the designated school uniform clothing as outlined below.

Appearance:

Students shall be expected to maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance at school. Shirttails must be tucked in. Undergarments must not be visible. No article of clothing shall be bizarre in style, unsuitable for school activities, or of a nature to call undue attention to the wearer.

Since school life prepares students to take their place in adult life, these primary requirements are expected of all students. The first responsibility for maintaining proper standards belongs to the student and parents, or guardian. The school should deal with this responsibility when the student or parents fail to recognize this need.

Purchase:

School uniforms are available at a variety of stores in the metroplex. A+ School Uniforms, located in the Valley View Mall and Town East Mall will give ISI students a 15% discount off of the entire purchase.

Colors:

Pants–Navy Blue
Dress shirt or oxford shirt with collar –Light Blue
Jumpers (Girls Grades Pre-K through 5th) -Navy Blue
Abayas and jilbabs (Girls Grades 6 through High-School) - Black
Scarves-Solid, Plain White (KG-8th grade)
Light Blue (9th –12th grade)
Cold Weather Apparel-Navy Blue, or Black
Hose (Optional in place of pants for Girls Grades Pre-K through 5th)-White
Socks-Solid Light Blue, Navy Blue, Black or White (To match the uniform)
Shoes-Black or white (Dress shoes are recommended; white sneakers are acceptable.)

Boys' Uniforms:

Standard cotton navy blue pants (no stripes) with light blue collar oxford shirts must be worn. Polo shirts are not allowed. Belts must be worn on all pants designed with belt loops. Socks may be the same color as the shirt or pants with no visible logo. Socks must match the uniform and be in a solid color.

Girls' Uniforms:

Pre-K to 5th grade*
Navy blue jumpers with a light blue dress shirt must be worn with a white scarf. The scarf is optional for girls 2nd grade and below. The length of the jumper shall be mid calf or below knee length. Navy blue hose or navy blue pants (with no stripes) must be worn under the jumper. Girls may wear stud earrings only.

Exception: *For Fridays only, girls from Pre-K to 5th grade have the option of wearing a black abaya/jilbab with a white scarf.

6th-8th grade
Girls in middle school must wear a solid black abaya or jilbab (no embroidery and no Velcro side closure. Undergarments must not be apparent) with a solid white scarf. Jeans cannot be worn under the abaya or jilbab. Dress shoes are recommended. Girls may wear stud earrings. No other jewelry is allowed.

9th –12th grade
Girls in high school must wear a solid black abaya or jilbab no embroidery and no Velcro side closure. Undergarments must not be apparent) with a light blue scarf. Jeans cannot be worn under the abaya or jilbab. Dress shoes are recommended. Girls may wear stud earrings. No other jewelry is allowed.

Cold Weather Apparel:

• Outerwear coats, jackets, and windbreakers may be of any color, but may not be worn in class. They must be taken off once inside the classroom.
• Innerwear must be navy blue or black (sweaters, pullovers, cardigan or vests are the only accepted innerwear during cold weather).
• Cardigans, pullover sweaters, jackets, coats, wind breakers/zippered or buttoned shirt jackets must be in school shirt or pant colors in order to be worn in class.
• Leggings of navy blue may be worn in place of hose
• Visible brand-name labels, emblems, logos or designs are not permitted on winter apparel (Example: Tommy Hilfiger, Guess, Trench coats, Camouflage, etc.)
• Extremes in size, style or fit are not appropriate and will not be permitted.

School wide Physical Education Uniform Policy:

• During P.E., all students will wear the designated school P.E. Uniform from grades 4th and up.
• During cold weather, students are allowed to wear navy blue or black long, loose fitting sweatshirts/T-shirt, sweat pants or athletic jerseys over their P.E. uniforms.
• In cold weather, students may wear jackets, gloves, earmuffs, etc.
• Girls must wear hijabs
• Shorts of any kind are not allowed
• No ball hats
• Non-marking athletic shoes must be worn during P.E.
• As a safety precaution, all earrings, watches and rings must be removed during P.E.

Not Allowed:

The following are not appropriate attire for school and will not be permitted inside school.
• Extremes hairstyles
o No shaved, half-shaven designs or layered haircuts for boys
o Hair should not extend below the eyebrows or ears
• Extremes in style or fit of clothing.
o No polo shirts
o No Cargo pants (pants with pockets)
o No plastic pants
o No flared pants
o No Jeans (especially under abayas or jilbabs) or shorts
o No sweat pants, t-shirts, athletic jerseys outside of P.E.
o No tank tops
o No sagging, extremely oversized, or extremely tight fitting clothes
o No visible brand name labels, emblems, images, designs or logos EXCEPT the school logo
o No caps, hats or hoods from sweater sets
o No socks or hose with designs or lace
• No Jewelry of any type or during any school activities, with the exception of stud earrings for girls. Any kind of bracelet is not allowed.
• Girls may not wear make-up, perfume, artificial nails or nail polish
• No open-toed shoes ("flip flops", sandals, beach or house shoes)
• No high-heel or colorful fashion shoes
• No non-prescription sunglasses

Violations:

The principal or his or her designee(s) will determine if the uniform policy has been violated. Any prohibited items of clothing will be taken by school officials and returned to the parent or guardian only. On special school days, the principal may not require students to wear the uniform. During these times, students must wear attire that is in accordance with school policy and the Islamic dress code.

Consequences of Violations:

First Offense:
Student will receive a pink slip regarding the dress code violation for the parent to sign and return to the office.

Second Offense:
Contact parents or guardian and allow them the opportunity to bring the missing item(s) to school, or allow them to take the child home to dress in the proper uniform. Students will be assigned one day after school detention.

Third Offense:
Contact parents or guardian and allow them the opportunity to bring the missing item(s) to school, or allow them to take the child home to dress in the proper uniform. Student will lose recess and receive after school detention.

Fourth Offense:
Contact parents or guardian to pick up the student. The student will be suspended from school until corrective action is taken and the student arrives in proper uniform.