GVA North Dress Code
At Global Village Academy North (GVA-N), we are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and academically focused environment for all students. A simplified, distraction-free dress code supports a positive school culture where students can focus on learning. Our dress code is designed to be affordable, inclusive, and easy to follow. This is not intended to burden any family, and arrangements have been made to assist those in need. Our goal is to work collaboratively with families to ensure understanding and consistency, while keeping students focused on academic success.
When a student is not in compliance with the dress code, the following steps may be taken, depending on the frequency and severity of the violation:
- A verbal warning may be issued.
- The school may contact guardians to better understand any barriers to compliance or to inform them of the concern.
- The school may ask the student to change into a gently used dress code approved item provided by GVA North.
- Detentions may be assigned for repeated violations. Students may also become ineligible for certain extracurricular activities such as reward days, dances, and other non-academic events.
- In cases of continued non-compliance, further disciplinary action, including potential suspension, may be considered.
GVA North Shirt Purchases
- Parents can purchase GVA North tops directly from GVA and conveniently pick them up once payment is complete. Please complete your purchase here and bring your receipt to the school to collect your shirts.
Approved Dress Code Attire
Students are expected to wear clothing that aligns with the following guidelines:
Tops
- Any GVA logo T-shirt or sweatshirt
- Includes any spirit wear or event-specific shirts.
- GVA North t-shirts are available for purchase at school.
- Any solid-colored shirt, dress, long-sleeve shirt, polo, sweatshirt, sweater, etc.
- All tops are acceptable as long as they are solid colored and free of patterns, graphics, and logos.
- All sweatshirts and jackets/coats that are worn inside the building should be solid colored and free of patterns, graphics, and logos.
- Jackets/coats worn just for recess or outside can have graphics, patterns, and logos.
Bottoms
- Leggings, skirts, dresses, rompers, shorts, dress pants, and sweatpants are all acceptable bottom attire, but they should be navy blue, black, or khaki.
- Leggings or tights under skirts/dresses/shorts should be only navy blue, black, or khaki.
- Skirts, dresses, and shorts must be fingertip length or longer
- Jeans are not acceptable attire under the dress code policy, except on Free Dress Fridays.
Footwear
- Closed-toed and closed-backed shoes are required for safety.
Attire NOT Permitted
- Hats or sunglasses (except during recess or for medical/religious reasons)
- Baggy pants or shorts that sag or hang below the waist
- Ripped, torn, or distressed clothing
- Low-cut or midriff-exposing tops
- Spaghetti-strap shirts or blouses
- Denim jeans or denim pants (except on Free Dress Friday)
- Open-toed or open-backed shoes (e.g., sandals, slides, Crocs)
Religious Dress Considerations
Global Village Academy North respects and honors all religious beliefs. If your religion dictates a certain type of dress (ex: head cover, scarves, etc.), please contact the GVA North school administration for further guidance.
Free Dress Fridays
At GVA North, every Friday is a Free Dress Day, during which students may wear clothing of their choice, as long as it remains school-appropriate:
- No midriff-exposing tops or excessively short skirts/shorts
- No clothing with inappropriate images, language, or messaging
- Clothes should not interfere with the educational process or interrupt learning
- Students who violate Free Dress expectations may lose this privilege
Graduation Attire
While students are free to wear objects of cultural or religious significance during commencement, they are prohibited from wearing or displaying an adornment that is likely to cause substantial disruption of or material interference with a graduation ceremony. The prohibition must be the least restrictive means necessary and must be based on evidence of disruption.