Uniforms

All DSHA students are required to abide by the following uniform regulations. Lands’ End is our exclusive vendor. All items must be clean, in good repair, and of appropriate length and fit. Uniform pieces may not be creatively altered in any way; this includes the skirt, pants, shorts, and shirts.

Uniform Specifications

List of 8 items.

  • Skirts

    • Skirts must reach or exceed your fingertips when both arms are extended straight down.
    • Uniform skirts
      • Freshmen/Sophomores: gray with narrow plaid pattern
      • Juniors/Seniors: gray with wide plaid pattern
    • Athletic shorts underneath uniform skirt (must not be visible)
    • Solid black or navy blue tights or leggings (no flared leggings, patterns, textures, sheer designs/cut-outs, or additional colors of any kind or size permitted)
    • Students may not wear pants of any kind (including yoga pants, athletic pants, joggers, or sweatpants) or mid-calf length tights/leggings underneath the uniform skirt.
  • Shirts

    • Burgundy, navy blue, or white collared polo shirts, short-sleeved or long-sleeved, with the DSHA logo
    • White, Navy Blue, Burgundy, black or gray undershirts under DSHA polos
    • A DSHA polo must be worn at all times, including under sweaters (vests, cardigans, pullovers), fleeces (jackets, pullovers), and sweatshirts.
  • Sweaters, Sweatshirts, and Fleeces

    • Sweaters, jackets, cardigans, or sweater vests in navy blue or burgundy with the DSHA logo 
    • All sweaters on the DSHA Lands’ End page meet uniform policy requirements.
    • Crewneck long-sleeved sweatshirts in navy blue or burgundy with the DSHA logo
    • Half-zip long-sleeved sweatshirts in navy blue or burgundy with the DSHA logo
    • Half-zip long-sleeved fleeces in navy blue or burgundy with the DSHA logo
    • Fleece jacket in navy blue or burgundy with DSHA logo
  • Blazer

    • Navy blue blazer with the DSHA crest
  • Pants

    • Full-length navy blue or tan khaki, chino, or dress pants (no denim, leggings, stretch pants, cargo pants, sweatpants, or capri pants)
    • Pants may be purchased from the vendor of your choice, department store, etc. The pants on the DSHA Lands’ End page meet uniform policy requirements.
  • Shorts

    • Navy blue or tan khaki, chino, or dress shorts (no denim, athletic/spandex shorts, or cargo shorts)
    • Shorts may not be more than four inches above the knee.
    • Shorts may only be worn during August, September, October, November, April, and May.
    • Shorts may be purchased from the vendor of your choice, department store, etc. The shorts on the DSHA Lands’ End page meet uniform policy requirements.
  • Shoes

    • Clean and without holes
    • Shoes must be worn at all times.
    • Flip-flops, slippers, high heels over 2”, and/or other shoes that may pose a safety hazard are not allowed.
  • Fitness

    During all Fitness classes, students must wear the following DSHA approved uniform pieces. The fitness uniform is not acceptable to wear during any other class period other than fitness. Likewise, school uniform pieces are not acceptable fitness wear.

    Bottoms
    • DSHA fitness shorts or sweatpants purchased from the Lands’ End website (black or red mesh, mesh athletic or piped athletic shorts)
    • DSHA club, co-curricular, sport, or spirit wear shorts or sweatpants
    • School appropriate sweatpants
    • Fitness shorts of appropriate length
    Tops
    • DSHA fitness t-shirts available from the Lands’ End website
    • DSHA club, co-curricular, sport or spirit wear short- or long-sleeved t-shirts
    • DSHA sweatshirts from the Lands’ End website
    • DSHA club, co-curricular, sport, or spirit wear sweatshirts
    Shoes
    • Students must wear an appropriate athletic shoe in order to participate in class.
    • Fashionable shoes that do not support feet/ankles are not acceptable (e.g., Chuck Taylors, Keds, Vans).

Questions? Contact:

Rachel Fredricks
Dean of Student Affairs

Why DSHA Has a Uniform Policy

DSHA has a uniform policy for many reasons. Research has shown that improved attendance and academic achievement are associated with school uniforms. Additionally, DSHA values uniforms for the school community because wearing them accomplishes the following:

  • Encourages school pride and unity
  • Serves as a symbol of DSHA and its commitment to academic achievement and service to the community
  • Creates a sense of belonging and identity
  • Prepares students to select and wear professional attire in their future careers
  • Minimizes peer pressure and social conflict related to clothing, appearance, and status
  • Lowers clothing costs for families
  • Emphasizes a focus on academics without the distraction of appearances
  • Prevents bullying related to clothing as a status symbol
  • Eases the stress of daily routines
  • Fosters better behavior through greater respect for the learning atmosphere
  • Promotes creativity through personality and academic achievement as opposed to material possessions

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