Dress Code

Tops (REQUIRED)

• Must be worn every day, all day
• Designs must be appropriate for an educational setting
• Blouses, button-down shirts, polo’s, short or long-sleeves
• We highly encourage students to wear Tulsa MET Spirit shirts!

Bottoms (REQUIRED)

• Must be worn Every Day, All Day
• Pants, slacks, shorts, joggers, cargos, jeans, skirts:
• Read the Board Policy 2601-R on length
  • Policy 2601-R: “Tights or leggings worn as outerwear, spandex, bike shorts, bathing/swimming wear, sleepwear (including pajamas), etc. are not permitted.”
• Leggings may be worn under bottoms
  • Never to be worn as a bottom covering alone
• Jeans with rips/tears must have leggings worn underneath
• Pajama bottoms are prohibited

Outerwear

• In addition to uniform top
• Designs must be appropriate for an educational setting
• Cardigans/Sweaters
• Hoodies/Sweatshirts
• Coats/Vests

Footwear

• All footwear will totally cover the heels/toes of students
• This is a student hygiene/safety concern

• Flip-flops, house shoes, sandals, slides, slippers, etc. are prohibited

Items of Special Notice

• See Policy 2601-R: Permitted garments shall be clean, in good repair, and shall have no holes, worn through, slashes or rips. This includes all clothing – tops, bottoms, and other gear are not to be cut, torn, tattered, shredded, or altered from the manufacturer’s design.
• Hats, caps, hoods, and headscarves are not to be worn in the building. This restriction does not apply to religious headscarves.

Pending TPS Decision – IF face masks are required to worn at any time during the 2021-2022 school year, all students are expected to follow all TPS policies and procedures regarding proper mask etiquette, etc.

ANY VISIBLE CLOTHING THAT IS ALTERED BEYOND THE MANUFACTURER’S PATTERN AND/OR IS STRETCH-TO-FIT IS NOT ALLOWED.

The fact that something is not specifically listed is not a valid excuse for dressing in a manner contrary, or is not complimentary to, or respectful of the intent outlined by this uniform code. Students who elect not to conform to the dress and grooming rules set forth by TPS Policy 2601-R, and the Tulsa MET JH & HS Uniform Code will be subject to disciplinary actions and/or sanctions as defined by the TPS Behavior Response Plan.

ADMINISTRATION RESERVES THE AUTHORITY TO DETERMINE ANY SPECIFIC INDIVIDUAL GARMENT OR ITEM NON-COMPLIANT WITH THE DRESS CODE