U N I F O R M P O L I C Y
All students are required to be in uniform Monday through Friday. On Fridays however, students may wear spirit wear and appropriate jeans. If a student is out of dress code, they will be sent to the office and the parent will be called.
Periodically we will sell our own spirit wear offerings.
Please refer to the uniform guideline down below to ensure your child in compliant with our dress code policy.
Uniform items for boys
● Polo shirt or Oxford shirt in any shade of blue.
● Navy blue or khaki chino pants, or
● Navy blue or khaki chino shorts
● Elastic waistband chino pants are only allowed for elementary students only
● Belt (black or brown) – If uniform pants or shorts have belt loops, students must wear a belt
● Shoes: tennis shoes or dress shoes. They are to coordinate appropriately with the uniform, maintain a clean appearance, and not be a distraction
● Only TCA issued outerwear may be worn, this includes, sweaters, cardigans, pull-over sweaters, vests, jackets, blazers (optional), letter jackets, etc.
● Note: a TCA uniform shirt must be always worn under these items
Uniform Items for Girls
● Polo shirt or Oxford shirt in any shade of blue
● Navy blue polo dress (K-6th only)
● Navy blue or khaki skort, or
● Navy blue or khaki skirt, or
● Navy blue or khaki chino pants, or
● Navy blue or khaki chino shorts
● Any uniform item that is considered a skirt/short must be at an appropriate length (no shorter than 1 inch above the knee)
● Modesty shorts or leggings must be worn under all skirts/dresses
● Belt (black or brown) – If uniform pants or shorts have belt loops, students must wear a belt
● Shoes: tennis shoes, dress shoes, or dress sandals may be worn. They are to coordinate appropriately with the uniform, maintain a clean appearance, and not be a distraction
● Only TCA issued outerwear may be worn, this includes, sweaters, cardigans, pull-over sweaters, vests, jackets, blazers (optional), letter jackets, etc.
● Note: a TCA uniform shirt must be always worn under these items
Further Guidelines
● Shirts must be tucked in at all times
● No jacket that is not TCA issued is allowed in the building. In case of cold weather or rain, students may only use a non-TCA jacket outside the building
● At no time is it appropriate to wear the hood up on hooded sweatshirts inside the building
● Dress sandals with back strap for girls are permitted (no “flip-flops”) No sandals or “flip-flops” for boys
Never Permitted
● Attire that is revealing or immodest
● Attire that is not clean or is frayed or torn
● Attire judged by the administrator or principal as inappropriate
● Joggers or blue/black jeans to be used as uniform pants
● Crocs or slides
● Hats inside the building
Spirit Wear Fridays:
Every Friday, students may wear a TCA Spirit T-shirt and conservative jeans. If the jeans have holes, they must be below the thigh, and it must not be too revealing (holes should not be bigger than 1 inch). Shirts do not have to be tucked in. If any student fails to adhere to these simple guidelines, parents will be called to bring a change of clothes.
Grooming Guidelines for Boys
1. Hair should be trimmed evenly across the neck, and it should be no longer than the top of the shirt collar. Hair should be neatly combed and clean. Any hairstyle that is considered inappropriate or a distraction to the learning process by the head of school will be dealt with as a grooming violation. A flagrant violation can result in suspension for the student.
2. Boys may never wear earrings or piercings (this includes all school-sponsored activities on or off campus)
3. Pants must be worn at the waist
4. Boys must be clean shaven
5. Hats or hoods may not be worn inside the building
Grooming Guidelines for Girls:
1. Girls’ hair should be conservatively styled. Hair color that is too far off a student’s natural hair color is not allowed. Hair should not hang down in the face. Hair bows and headbands that coordinate with the uniforms are permissible.
2. Jewelry cannot be excessive. Small earrings and simple rings are permitted with the uniforms. Facial piercings are not allowed with the exception of small nose studs for High School girls.
3. Elementary girls may not wear make-up in school. Secondary girls should wear understated makeup and nail polish.
Note: The Head of School/principal reserves the right to make certain judgments concerning dress code that may not be covered in the handbook.
S T U D E N T C H A R A C T E R A N D C O N D U C T P O L I C Y
We are the Lions, God’s chosen people, we are Sons and Daughters of a mighty King. We are called to be a royal priesthood, as such, the standard of how a TCA Student ought to conduct themselves and lead has been raised.
Colossians 3:12 says: Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.
TCA students will be characterized by their kindness, compassion, soft heart, desire to seek the Lord, love, selflessness, humility, gratefulness, longing to live a righteous life, and their boldness to stand up for truth and what is right.
• All students are expected to honor the teaching faculty, staff, each other and this campus insubordination and disrespect will not be tolerated.
• Students are to speak life and not death – foul or unwholesome language will be addressed
• All students are expected to operate in self-control and excellence. Cell Phones and headphones are not permitted during school hours.
• We are called to build each other up – There will be zero tolerance for bullying. Language or actions that tear each other down is unacceptable.
• To ensure an equitable learning environment for all students, chronic misbehavior, constant disruptions, and lack of self-control will be addressed by school leadership.
• Lastly, all students are expected to follow the TCA Uniform Policy and comply with our dress code.
For more information on all student policies and procedures, please review the Student Handbook.