2026-2027 Parent Handbook - Flipbook - Page 22
School Uniforms
Material & Fit
Uniform pants and shorts must be made of a traditional chino or uniform-style woven fabric and have a
tailored, school-appropriate appearance. Cotton twill and cotton-blend chino fabrics are appropriate. Pants
and shorts must be solid in the approved uniform color with no visible logos, decorative stitching,
contrasting trim, embellishments, or fashion detailing. The following are not considered uniform pants or
shorts:
Sweatpants, joggers, track pants, or other athletic-style pants
Leggings, jeggings, yoga pants, or similarly fitted stretch pants
Velour, fleece, jersey, knit, sweatshirt, or other soft lounge-style fabrics
Cargo pants or shorts, including styles with oversized or exterior pockets
Drawstring or athletic-style shorts
Distressed, ripped, frayed, embellished, or excessively faded styles
Oversized, excessively baggy, excessively tight, or low-rise styles
Pants, skirts, or shorts with prominent branding, labels, patterns, or decorative elements
Shorts must be an appropriate school-uniform length and should closely resemble the cut and appearance
of those offered by the School's official uniform providers. Pants, shorts, and skirts should be worn at the
natural waist and may not be rolled, excessively cuffed, sagged, or otherwise altered from their intended
style. Skirts and dresses must be purchased from official uniform providers and must not be shorter than
fingertip length. Bike shorts must be worn under skirts and dresses. Tuesday-Thursday polo shirts do not
need to be tucked in; however, they must fit properly and maintain a neat, polished appearance. Shirts may
not be excessively baggy, long, tight, or otherwise improperly fitted. Polos should fall naturally at the hip and
must be long enough to fully cover the midriff during normal movement, including when sitting, bending, or
raising the arms. Cropped, shortened, or altered polos that expose the stomach or waistband area are not
permitted.
Grooming & Personal Appearance
Students are expected to maintain neat and modest grooming at all times. Hair must be clean, styled away
from the face, and in natural colors only. Unnatural dyes, extreme styles, shaved patterns, mohawks, or
distracting designs are not permitted. Hair accessories must be school-approved colors and modest in size.
Students may not wear visible tattoos (temporary or permanent), body art, or teeth gems while in uniform.
Body piercings beyond standard ear piercings are not permitted. Dangling earrings are prohibited for safety
reasons. Moderate and natural-looking makeup is permitted for middle school girls only. Thick/heavy
eyeliner and lipstick, as well as artificial eyelashes will not be permitted. Artificial nails, nail enhancements,
acrylics, or overly long nails are not permitted. Nail polish, if worn, must be conservative and free of chips.
Hair bows and bands may only be red, white, blue, or Carden’s official tartan design. Smart watches,
wearable technology, and jewelry of significant value are not permitted. The School is not responsible for
lost or damaged personal items. The Administration retains discretion in determining whether grooming
choices comply with School standards.
Outerwear
Outerwear worn during the school day must be official Carden Conejo items or be solid Carden colors (red,
white, and navy). Logos, commercial branding, large graphics, or non-approved jackets may not be worn.
Shoes
Shoes must comply with grade-level color and style requirements as outlined by the School. Athletic shoes
must be clean, tied or fastened securely, and appropriate for active play. Dress shoes on Assembly days must
reflect the formality of the occasion. High-heel shoes, open-toe shoes, platform shoes, and boots will not be
allowed.
