Valhalla Elementary School

Mandatory Uniform Dress Code

We have adopted a mandatory dress code at Valhalla to increase school unity and spirit, improve student self-image, raise the level of focus on learning, and promote a sense of pride in the Valhalla community

When buying uniforms please keep in mind that not all clothing sold in the uniform department of stores is in line with Valhalla’s uniform policy.

Uniforms must be clean and in good condition.

Acceptable Uniform Choices

Not Acceptable Uniform Choices

Bottoms khaki or navy blue

·         Straight-legged pants/slacks or shorts –4 pockets (2 in front, 2 in back)

  • Hemmed, worn at the waist
  • Shorts hemmed no more than two inches above the knee
  • Belts-khaki/white/blue/black/brown
  • Girls also may wear skirts, skorts, jumpers, capris no more than two inches above the knee
  • Uniform standard shorts may be worn under skirts and jumpers

Tops white, navy blue, khaki

  • Collared Polo – 3 buttons with collar, long or short sleeves
  • May have a small amount of blue, white or khaki trim on polo collar
  • Oxford style – button front with collar – must be buttoned
  • Turtle neck or mock turtleneck

Sweaters/Sweatshirts – worn with uniform top underneath

  • Crew neck sweatshirts/sweaters – no zipper or hoods
  • Cardigan sweaters – button front
  • Sweater vests

Shoes/socks/shoelaces

  • Shoes- closed-toe and heels with no more than one-inch heels
  • Shoelaces must be tied
  • Socks - solid white, navy, or khaki
  • Socks must be worn.
  • Girls-white, navy or skin-tone tights
  • Pants’ waist more than one size too big.
  • Cargo pants or zippers on pant legs
  • Logos, emblems, or patterns on clothing, colored t-shirts not allowed underneath.
  • Over-sized or under-sized clothing
  • Bandannas
  • Denim, spandex, sweats, overalls
  • baseball caps or visors These are NOT allowed on school grounds
  • Athletic wristbands These are NOT allowed on school grounds
  • Make-up and jewelry standards follow guidelines in district handbooks
  • No sandals (closed toed shoes must be worn for safety and allow for active play at recess and P.E.)
  • "Heelys"- shoes with wheels
  • Holes on shirts and pants