Lands’ End and French Toast are providers of school uniforms that are in keeping with the WCA dress code. Catalogs are also available on line and in the school office.
Lands’ End: 800-469-2222
www.landsend.com/school
Preferred School # 900088386
French Toast: 800-373-6248
www.FrenchToast.com
IMPORTANT DRESS CODE NOTES
- Each student must have at least one shirt or blouse with a WCA logo for field trips. Lands’ End is the only vendor with our logo artwork, so shirts with a logo must be purchased from them.
- Dress code pants are straight leg or boot cut chino style only (no pencil fit). All pockets are inside (NO pockets stitched onto the outside of the pants). Seams are single stitched. No ornamentation of any kind. Refer to the Lands’ End website for chino style pants.
- *Cobalt Blue and *Maize Yellow are specific to Lands’ End and cannot be purchased through any other vendor.
- We recognize that the same styles may also be available from other sources. Only items that identically match in color and style from other sources are acceptable.
- The only sweaters and sweatshirts that students may wear in class are from the dress code list.
- Be sure to use the school’s Preferred School Number (900088386) when ordering and Land’s End will donate 3% of our net sales back to Westlake. However, ONLY the products in our Dress Code are approved for school use.
- Each summer Westlake makes used uniform clothing available for a very reasonable cost.
TOPS
Item Colors Notes
Polo shirts White, Navy, Lt Blue, Cobalt Blue* or Maize* long, short, or ¾ length sleeves
Button-down shirts White, oxford blue long, short or ¾ length sleeves
Turtlenecks White, Navy, Cobalt Blue* or Maize* regular or mock turtleneck
Sweaters White, Navy, Maize* Lands’ End ‘Drifter crewneck, -neck, cardigan, vest, or fine gauge crew /cardigan twinset
Hoodies Navy Order only through WCA or L.E. with logo
Polartec fleece Navy or Cobalt Blue* vest or jacket
BOTTOMS
Pants Navy or Khaki Chino Style (No pockets stitched on outside, no pencil fit)
Capri pants Navy or Khaki Chino Style (NO pockets stitched on outside, no pencil fit)
Shorts Navy or Khaki Chino Style / length: mid-thigh or longer, no pencil fit
Jumpers and Skirts Navy, Khaki, hunter/classic plaid (L.E.) or green plaid (French Toast) length: at the top of the kneecap or longer
Skorts Navy or Khaki length: at the top of the kneecap or longer.
UNIFORM DRESS CODE GUIDELINES FOR BOYS AND GIRLS
- Shirts and blouses that have straight-cut hems may be un-tucked. If the shirt or blouse has tails then it should be tucked in.
- Acceptable footwear would be athletic shoes, dress shoes, clogs or dress sandals. Flip-flops, Crocs, or bedroom slippers are not acceptable.
- Socks, tights, or stockings are to be worn with all styles of shoes except for dress sandals.
- Socks, leggings, and stockings should be plain, one color, complement the school uniform, and match. Leggings must be ankle length.
- Every student should have at least one shirt with a WCA logo. Shirts with a logo are to be worn on field trips and school events that take place away from the school unless otherwise directed.
- Clothing should be neat and clean. Clothing which is ill fitting, tight, baggy, saggy, patched, faded, tattered, frayed or torn is inappropriate.
- Clothing must keep midriffs covered at all times.
- The outer garment should be the only visible garment. Garments worn underneath should not be visible; (i.e. multi-layered clothing).
Undergarments are not to be visible (e.g. boxer shorts, bra straps, underwear). White T-shirts maybe seen by leaving only the top button of a shirt unbuttoned. - Outerwear, such as jackets, coats, non-dress boots, ski pants, is not to be worn in the classroom. Skirts may not be worn with pants underneath. Styles, extremes or fads, which draw undue attention to oneself are not acceptable. This would apply to hair, clothing or jewelry.
- Hats, caps, bandanas, sunglasses are not appropriate in the classroom during the school day.
- Symbols, slogans, illusions, pictures, words, etc., which promote behaviors, lifestyles, philosophies, or principles which would be illegal, in poor taste, unwise or in opposition to Biblical standards are not acceptable.
- The wearing of tattoos or tattoo type artwork, permanent or temporary (henna, ink pen, marker), is not acceptable once enrolled. The addition of tattoos during school breaks, including summer break, is not acceptable. Permanent tattoos already in place upon enrollment of a new student must be kept covered during the school day and for all school activities both on and off campus.
- Body piercing for guys or girls, other than earrings for girls (one per ear), are not acceptable.
The administration reserves the right to restrict any clothing or style which it considers inconsistent with the dress code, biblical principles or is not conducive to an academic atmosphere.
GUIDELINES SPECIFIC TO GIRLS AND BOYS
- Hair is to be kept clean and well groomed.
- Hair color is to be of a natural hair color.
FOR GIRLS
- Skirts or dresses must be no shorter than the top of the kneecap.
- No skin-tight clothing (tops or bottoms).
FOR BOYS
- Boys’ hair must be cut so that it is
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- off the collar
- off the eyebrows
- no longer than mid-ear
- Sideburns should be neatly trimmed and must be no longer than the bottom of the ear.
- Male students must be clean-shaven.
- Pony tails are not acceptable.
ELEMENTARY MODIFICATIONS
- Elementary students may wear Crocs or sports sandals which include a heel strap.
- Elementary girls are to wear shorts under skirts and jumpers.
DRESS FOR PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Students in grades 5 – 12 are required to wear a WCA PE shirt for physical education classes. Socks and gym shoes with non-marking soles are also required. A specific short is not required though shorts should be loose enough for flexible activities and long enough to be modest.
DRESS FOR FIELD TRIPS
For most field trips regular school dress is required. Shirts with a school logo are expected. Only when other attire is more appropriate will students receive specific instructions from the teacher.
DRESS FOR PUBLIC PERFORMANCE OR PUBLIC LEADERSHIP
Students who are performing or leading in a public setting are expected to have an appearance commensurate with their role. In these instances, the faculty member, advisor or administration will provide specific instructions regarding appropriate dress for the event. These standards would apply to events such as special assemblies, chapels, performances on or off campus, and awards ceremonies. In general:
- Appearance should be neat and professional
- Casual attire, such as jeans, t-shirts, and sneakers would not be appropriate
- When a student is a part of a group, the appearance should be as uniform as possible
DRESS FOR FORMAL EVENTS
Special events (e.g. Spring Fling, Homecoming Court) deserve special forms of clothing in order to help set them apart from the ordinary. The following special guidelines are designed to help create an appropriate atmosphere with a Christian distinction for such events.
- Gentlemen would wear a dress shirt, dress slacks, dress shoes and a tie or sport coat. Suits or tuxedoes may also be acceptable.
- Ladies would wear a dress or skirt and blouse. Formal dresses must be modest. Designs, which are see-through, sheer, low-cut, backless or short (above the top of the knee), are not appropriate wear. Students may be requested to bring their attire to school for approval before the event.
