2026-2027 Parent Handbook - Flipbook - Page 20
School Uniforms
Philosophy, Purpose, & General Expectations
The Carden Conejo School uniform is an integral part of our academic culture and reflects the traditions and
standards of our School community. It promotes unity, modesty, discipline, personal responsibility, and
school pride while reducing distraction and social comparison and helping maintain an environment focused
on learning rather than appearance. Students are expected to wear the uniform with dignity and care,
recognizing that they represent Carden Conejo School while on campus and at school-sponsored activities
and events. Compliance with the uniform policy is mandatory. Students must arrive on campus each day in
complete and proper uniform unless the School has designated a school-approved Free Dress or Spirit Day.
Uniform clothing must be clean, properly fitted, in good repair, and worn as designed. Clothing that is faded,
torn, frayed, excessively tight or loose, altered beyond its original style, or otherwise unkempt does not meet
School standards. Uniform pieces should have a traditional, polished appearance consistent with the
approved Carden Conejo School uniform. Families are highly encouraged to purchase uniform pieces from
the School's official uniform providers or authorized resale program, as these items have been selected to
ensure consistency in color, fabric, fit, and appearance. We recognize that comparable and more costeffective options may be available through other retailers. Families may purchase basic uniform pants and
shorts from other stores provided the items closely match the color, style, fabric, fit, and overall appearance
of the School-approved uniform pieces. School-specific items, including pieces bearing the Carden logo or
crest, designated plaid, or other custom elements, must be purchased through an approved uniform provider
or the School's authorized resale program. Uniform compliance is considered part of a student’s
responsibility and citizenship. Students who arrive out of uniform may receive a verbal reminder, parent
notification, requirement to change clothing, or loss of privileges.
Spirit Wear Monday
We’re excited to introduce Spirit Wear Monday this year! Students, parents, faculty, and staff are invited to
show their Cavalier pride by wearing official Carden-branded spirit wear on campus. What a great way to
begin the week together and proudly celebrate our Cavalier spirit! Approved Spirit Wear Monday attire
includes official Carden spirit wear shirts, athletic spirit wear shirts, and Carden team jerseys. Approved
casual bottoms include Carden-branded basketball shorts and Carden- branded joggers. For students, Spirit
Wear Monday is not a free dress day. Students may not wear jeans, leggings, non-Carden branded athletic
shorts, sweatpants, or other free-dress bottoms. If a student chooses not to wear Carden-branded basketball
shorts or pants, they must wear their regular uniform bottoms. All spirit wear should be official Cardenbranded apparel and should be clean, appropriately fitted, and suitable for the school day.
Daily Uniform & Assembly Uniform
Students in Kindergarten through Sixth Grade wear designated classroom uniforms Tuesday through
Thursday and a formal Assembly uniform on Fridays or other designated formal occasions. Assembly
uniform days require full compliance with blazer, tie, dress shoes, and appropriate socks or tights as
prescribed by grade level. Assembly attire reflects the School’s tradition of formality and respect for
ceremony. Students who are out of compliance on Assembly days may be removed from Assembly or
required to change clothing if feasible.
BOYS K–5 Tuesday–Thursday
Navy blue walking shorts or slacks
Red, blue, or white school polo shirt
Plain navy, white, or black socks (ankle length)
Black tennis shoes (all black or black with white accents)
BOYS 6th Grade Tuesday-Thursday
Navy or khaki shorts or pants
Red, navy, baby blue, or white polo shirt with Carden logo
Black socks
Tennis shoes of choice
