Uniform and Apparel Policy
All students attending Hartman Middle School will be required to wear the Hartman School Uniform as defined in the following policy. All articles of the uniform are to be maintained and worn in a way that represents the individual student and the school in a positive way. All articles of the uniform are to fit properly without cuts, rips, or tears at hems or seams.

Shirts:

Shirts are available for purchase only at Hartman Middle School. There is a uniform store on campus (located in the concession room) where shirts will be available throughout the school year. The Uniform Store hours are as follows:

• Monday - Fridays: 7:30 – 8:00am for students (7:30 – 10:00am for parents)

Shirts are a 50/50 cotton & polyester blend polo type available in three colors (white for 6th grade, red for 7th grade and navy blue for 8th grade).

• Youth Sizes (L) $12.00 each
• Adult Sizes (S, M, L, XL) $12.00 each 
• Adult Sizes (XXL, XXXL) $12.00 ($2.00 more per X)
  

Uniform shirts must always be tucked in. Students who fail to comply will be in dress code violation and subject to designated consequences.

Jackets:

Only solid colored jackets with no designs, labels or markings are allowed. Hartman Jackets will be available in navy blue in youth and adult sizes. The Hartman jacket is optional and will cost $20.00 If the student’s name is embroidered there is an additional $3.00 charge per line.

• Youth Sizes (L) $20.00 each
• Adult Sizes (S, M, L, XL) $20.00 each 
• Adult Sizes (XXL, XXXL) $20.00 each($2.00 more per X)
  

Used Uniform Donations & Credits:

A $2.00 credit for each used uniform shirt is given per new shirt purchased at the time of purchase. Used uniform shirts (if available) may be purchased for $5.00 each.

Undershirts

Students are permitted to wear white undershirts only. The white undershirts must be plain, but may be long- or short-sleeved. No graphics or lettering can be visible. Students may wear the P.E. tee shirt under their uniform shirts. Students are not to wear any shirt or T-shirt (including P.E. uniform shirts) slung over the shoulder or covering the Hartman uniform shirt.

Pants/Skirts: Uniform apparel that meets Hartman's guidelines is available at the Fiesta stores located on Telephone Rd and Mykawa Rd. Any item purchased must meet the following qualifications:

Pants-

Pants must be uniform khaki or navy blue. No wide hems on the pant legs are permitted. The pants shall be cuffed or straight hemmed. The bottom of the pant leg cannot be frayed or split. The bottom of the pant leg cannot drag on the floor.
Pants must fit appropriately—pants which are too baggy or too tight are not permitted. Pants cannot sag; the inseam cannot hang low. Pants must fit at the waistline.
Capri pants (hem at mid-ankle) are not permitted.
Cargo pants (pants with pockets on the side are not permitted.
Corduroy pants, stretch pants, and khaki jean pants are not permitted.
The “club” look for girls (skinny pants) and the “baggin” look for guys (low mid-seam) are not permitted.
A belt must be worn at all times.
Skorts (combination shorts and skirt) are not permitted.
The “club” look for girls (skinny pants) and the “baggin” look for boys (low mid-seam) are not permitted.
A belt must be worn at all times. Buckles must not be too large.

Skirts-

Skirts must be uniform khaki or navy blue.
Skorts are not permitted.
Skirts must be no shorter than 3 inches above the top of the knee or no longer than 3 inches below the knee.
Skirts must fit appropriately at the waist and may not be fitted tight.
The waistband on the skirt must not be rolled up.

Head Coverings

Hats, do rags, scarves, hairnets, bandanas and other headgear that is deemed to be a distraction to the learning environment are NOT permitted.
Headbands may be worn in the building if their purpose is to hold the hair in place and they do not distract from instruction.

Hosiery and Tights

Hosiery, if worn, must cover the entire leg. No footless leggings are allowed.

Shoes

Shoes must allow for SAFE movement throughout the building, including the stairs.

• Shoelaces must be tied and all straps must be strapped
• High-heeled shoes, flip flops, house shoes/slippers, platform shoes and backless shoes are not permitted.
  

Backpacks

Only clear or mesh backpacks are allowed.

Make-Up, Body Piercing, Hair Color, Heavy Chains

Your appearance must not be such a distraction that it interferes with the educational process. Consequently, excessive makeup, body piercing other than appropriate earrings and hair color other than a natural shade, are not permitted. Excessive bracelets and bracelets with metal spikes are not permitted. Tattoos must not be visible. Heavy chains and dog collars are not permitted.

Club/Organization Shirts

Club/organization shirts may be worn on the day of the event or competition only. Club shirts must have administrative approval.

P.E. Uniforms

The P. E. Uniforms consists of plain black shorts and plain white t-shirts. These items may be purchased at any store and can be any brand as long as they have no designs, labels or markings. The P.E. uniform is to be worn only in P.E. class.
During cold weather, students may wear plain black sweatpants with permission from the P.E. teacher. Jackets and coats are not permitted.

CONSEQUENCES

Failure to comply with the uniform dress code will result in disciplinary action. The consequences for not meeting the expectations are as follows:
First offense is a referral to the grade level administrator and phone contact with the parent. The parent will be required to bring appropriate garments before the student may return to class.
Second offense requires the student to be assigned a one-day suspension in the SRC (In-house Suspension Classroom). Parent will be notified at least one instructional day in advance.
Third offense will result in a two-hour Saturday detention.
Fourth offense will result in a two-day suspension at home.
Subsequent violations will result in a three-day alternative school placement.

ADMINISTRATIVE DISCRETION

The administrators will determine if any issue related to student dress, including ones not listed above, are a violation of the student dress code. We encourage you to make wise choices!