Clothing
Our uniform consists of red, white, or navy blue polo shirts with our school logo emblazoned worn with navy blue bottoms. Bottoms may consist of shorts, skirts, pants, or tunics. Our seniors have the distinct privilege of wearing khaki bottoms. Uniform tops and bottoms may be purchased through GIA’s business office. Alternatively, uniform style polo shirts may be purchased and brought in to us to have the logo embroidered. Every student is required to own a red GIA polo shirt for field trips and a white button-down GIA shirt for formal occasions such as graduation and awards ceremony. Students are not permitted to wear jackets or sweaters in class other than those bearing the school’s logo.
Footwear
For safety purposes, students must wear flat, closed-toed shoes, with a rubber or other non-skid sole. These may include rain boots when appropriate. Students must wear sneakers, track shoes, or court shoes during physical education classes and activities. Please note that GIA’s office does not sell footwear; parents are responsible for acquiring footwear for their children that meets these safety requirements. Students are not permitted to wear shoes with skate wheels on school property or at any school-sponsored event. Sandals, flip-flops, and similar footwear are not permitted unless the student has an injury or condition that requires special consideration. In such cases, the parent must present written notification to the School Counselor or Principal.
Lab Attire
For safety purposes all students in Grades 6-12 must adhere to the following regulations when doing science labs:
Long pants and closed-toe shoes are required
Lab coats are required. Note: lab coats must be made of cotton or cotton blend fabric since 100% polyester can melt and burn the skin. Uniforms and lab coats must fit the student appropriately. Loose clothing and coats can brush against Bunsen burners or chemicals whereas clothing that is too tight does not provide the space for a protective small air layer
Long hair must be tied back in a ponytail and medium length hair must be pinned back and secured properly.
Watches and small earrings may be allowed depending on the type of lab, but may not be worn as they present a potential burn hazard
Grooming
Students are expected to emphasize safety, respect, neatness, and consideration of others. Thus, students are required to adhere to the following rules:
Parents are expected to ensure that their children practice excellent hygiene habits that include regular bathing and dental habits, as well as the age appropriate use of antiperspirant and feminine hygiene products.
Any jewelry or cosmetics that a student might wear must be minimal and non-distracting. Students will be required to wash off heavy colognes and visible eye makeup. Jewelry is limited to watches, small earrings, moderate chains or pendants, and/or small bracelets that do not make noise.
On school property or at school-sponsored events, students are not permitted to have bags, folders, attire, jewelry or any other item that promotes drug, alcohol or tobacco use, violence, discrimination, sex, etc.