Dress Code Policy
נוהל קוד לבוש
One of the hallmarks of Jewish behavior is modesty of dress. Part of being an ICJA student is an understanding that, as Jews, we need not adopt the fashions and lifestyles of the world at large—no matter how popular they may be. Our pride and positive self-image are reflected in how we dress.
The following dress regulations are in effect for the entire student body whenever entering the building during regular school hours, finals week, vacations, summer school, to watch extra-curricular activities, after-school classes, or committee meetings. In addition, at ICJA extra curricular events which take place outside of the building students (e.g. sporting events, events, etc.) are expected to be in ICJA “relaxed” dress code.
Teachers, Parents & Visitors to ICJA
In order to maintain the proper academic tone in our school, we ask that all adults (teachers, parents, visitors, etc.) entering our building conform to a modest mode of dress in keeping with our school standards.
Girls’ Dress Code
SHIRTS
Students may wear:
▪ Any solid-color crew neck shirt with 3/4-length or long sleeves
▪ Jewish organization sweatshirts
▪ College sweatshirts
▪ ICJA swag
Students may not wear:
▪ Any non-crew-neck shirt (V-necks, henleys, boat necks, or similar styles)
▪ Shirts with designs or patterns not in the approved categories (Jewish organizations, colleges, or ICJA swag)
▪ Shirts with inappropriate graphics or wording
▪ PJ pants or sweatpants under skirts
SKIRTS
Students may wear ICJA uniform skirts, or black, navy, or gray flowy skirts (BGDK or Miamod style). Skirts must cover the
knee while standing and while sitting.
Students may not wear pencil skirts, Mimu maxi (skirt-legging) styles, skirts with slits (front or back), torn or ripped skirts,
or skirts that do not meet length requirements. For athletics and physical activities, skirts or shorts must cover the knee.
Boys’ Dress Code
SHIRTS
Students may wear:
▪ An approved ICJA uniform shirt (black, navy, maroon, white, gray, or light blue) and have a visible collar at all times.
▪ Students may wear over their uniform shirt: solid-color sweaters, hoodies or sweatshirts; Jewish organization
sweatshirts; college sweatshirts; or ICJA swag.
Students may not wear:
▪ Clothing with inappropriate wording or graphics.
PANTS
Students may wear full-length black, gray, navy, or khaki pants.
Students may not wear blue jeans, sweatpants, pants with elastic at the ankle, or pants with drawstrings at the waist.
HAIR, HEAD COVERINGS & SHOES
For boys — Tzitzit and Kippah must be worn at all times. Hats or hoods may not be worn during school.
Hair must be neat, of appropriate length, and in consonance with halacha. Halacha requires that boys’ sideburns extend
below the upper juncture of the ear to the head. Students may not have extreme hairstyles or unnatural hair color.
Neither male nor female students may wear flip-flops.
RELAXED DRESS CODE EVENTS
▪ During school events and activities outside of the school day, maintain relaxed dress code.
▪ Relaxed dress code for girls: any top with sleeves reaching the elbow and neckline covering collarbone. Skirts must
reach the knee when sitting and standing.
▪ Relaxed dress code for boys: any appropriate t- shirt and any type of pants.
Please note: We have done our best to articulate the ICJA uniform policy. However, if there are any questions, please feel free to consult with a member of the administration.
Accountability
| If…. | Then… |
|---|---|
| A student violates dress code for the first or second time; or a female student is wearing a non-ICJA-approved skirt | The student is warned and asked to correct the issue. The student will be given an ICJA skirt to change into and charged $25. |
| A student receives a third dress code violation in a semester | The student receives a detention. |
| A student receives a fourth dress code violation in a semester | The student receives a detention. |
| A student receives a fifth dress code violation in a semesterA student receives a fifth dress code violation in a semester | A parent meeting will be scheduled, and the student cannot return to school prior to the meeting. |
Purchasing Dress Code Items
1. Lands End
Provides: Skirts, Polo Tops, Long Sleeve T-shirts, Sweaters, and Sweatshirts
How to purchase ICJA uniforms: The Ida Crown Jewish Academy page can be accessed on the Lands End website by following the link here to their website.
Our school ID number is 900172115.
Please Note: When purchased through the ICJA web page, all tops will come with the ICJA logo attached. Lands End has many coupons and sales available. All uniform items can be returned with a “no questions asked” policy, even those that are printed with the logo. Unfortunately, at this time we do not have samples available at any local stores and everything must be purchased online.
2. Uniform Resale Program
Provides: Gently used uniforms skirts and tops
How to Purchase ICJA uniforms: Contact Mrs. Alayna Angus at 847-529-7616 or via e-mail at alaynaangus@yahoo.com for more information.
3. Ida Crown Apparel
Our apparel can be purchased over the course of the year as part of school events and many items can be worn as part of the uniform.
How to Purchase ICJA uniforms: Click on the following link “Ida Crown Jewish Academy”