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VINAL STANDARDIZED ACADEMIC DRESS CODE: A STEP IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION December 2007 Dear Parents/Guardians, and Students, During the 2008-2009 school year, Vinal will have a Standardized Dress Code in academics. This Standardized Dress Code has been implemented in approximately half of the Connecticut Technical High Schools with positive results. It is supported by the Superintendent of Schools, the State Board of Education, the Principal’s Advisory Team and the Parent Faculty Organization. The technology uniforms will remain the same. Studies have shown that the adoption of a Standardized Dress Code policy can promote school safety, improve discipline, and enhance the learning environment. Many parents/guardians, teachers, and school officials have turned to a Standardized Dress Code as one positive and resourceful way to create a school climate that students feel is safe and conducive to learnimg. The Connecticut Technical High Schools that have instituted a Standardized Dress Code are enthusiastic about the positive changes that have been observed in improving school climate, helping the elimination of socio-economical barriers, helping students concentrate on their school work, helping students resist peer pressure, creating social harmony, and improving school safety. The Standardized Dress Code is designed to be reasonable and fair. Several different styles of shirts in a variety of colors will be available and reasonably priced. The designated pants will be “khaki’ or trouser style and will be available in several colors that can be purchased locally. Students will have an opportunity to select some of the garment colors and to design a custom Vinal logo for the shirt. The school has chosen to work with our Parent Faculty Organiziation who will serve as the liaison for the company that will provide the apparel. There will be several oportunities in the spring to order the appropriate clothing. More detailed information regarding the Standardized Dress Code essentials and purchasing will be forthcoming. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns via e-mail, written communication, telephone, or attendance at an upcoming Parent Faculty Organization meeting. Your cooperation and support with this policy is appreciated. Sincerely,
Sheila Fredson |