Our dress code has real-life implications. In the future, our scholars will go on interviews in architecture firms, law firms, medical facilities, political buildings. We want them to already have a sense of professionalism. Perhaps our WALIPP-TSU scholars may want to start their own construction company and have to present a proposal for a business loan to million dollar investors. Either way, we want them prepared. Additionally, we want our parents and scholars to feel that their school’s culture is different, exceptional, and ahead of the curve. Thus, our dress code policy is non-negotiable. Furthermore, a scholar’s dress, grooming, and appearance must reflect the following principles.

Boys and girls are expected to be clean, neat and appropriately dressed each day. Hairstyles and fashions which cause or may cause a distraction are unacceptable. Appropriate undergarments are expected.

BOYS Dress Code

• Long sleeved white oxford dress shirt
• Gray dress slacks
• Solid black belt (should not feature metal studs or any other embellishment)
• Black dress socks
• Solid black dress shoes
• School-issued grade level tie
• Black sweater or sweater vest featuring the WALIPP-TSU Academy patch

GIRLS Dress Code

• Long or short-sleeved white oxford dress shirt
• Plaid uniform skirt
• Dress socks
• Solid black dress shoes
• School issued plaid tie
• Black sweater or sweater vest featuring the WALIPP-TSU Academy patch

 

Pants and Skirts

Grey dress slacks and plaid uniform skirts must be neatly pressed daily
Black belts must be worn with pants. No exceptions.
No studded belts or shiny shaped buckles
Pants must be pulled up on the waist — no sagging in any manner.

Shoes

Must wear solid black leather shoes that present a professional, business-like appearance. Tennis shoes are allowed for P.E. only.
Soles may be soft or hard, but the soles must be solid black.

Examples of shoes that are NOT acceptable:
Prada soft-bottom sneaker/shoes.
Mauri soft-bottom sneaker/shoes.
Nike All-Condition Gear boots/sneakers.
Coach soft-bottom sneaker/shoes.
Gucci soft-bottom sneaker/shoes.
Diesel soft-bottom sneaker/shoes.
Black sneakers.
Sandals.
Chucks or soft top shoes.

Examples of shoes that ARE acceptable:
Solid black leather shoes with black soles.

Shirt & Tie

Male Scholars must wear white button up shirt with the appropriate color tie. Scholars must wear the WALIPP-TSU t-shirt during P.E. everyday. Shorts in P.E. must be solid black. Scholars wear a WALIPP tie (burgundy for 6th graders, burgundy/grey for 7th graders, burgundy/gold for 8th graders) each day. Gold ties are awarded to scholars that demonstrate the values of WALIPP.

Jewelry

Necklaces and chains must be tucked inside the shirt, along with any charms, medallions, or name plates that may be on a necklace or chain.

P.E. wear

Scholars must wear the WALIPP-TSU t-shirt during P.E. everyday. Shorts in P.E. must be solid black. Tennis shoes are allowed for P.E. only.

 

Winter wear

Scholars are to wear a solid black sweater over their white shire and black tie.
Black WALIPP TSU Fleece or Solid black bomber jackets or overcoats may be worn. Multi-colored, logo, striped, flannel, or jackets other than solid black are prohibited.

Scholars who violate the Uniform/Dress Code Policy will face disciplinary action.