Mariner Middle School

Triton Student Uniformed Dress Code (Semester 2, Updates HIghlighted)

Shirts

Solid, striped, polka dot, floral or plaid Polo or Oxford style collared shirts. T-shirts or other shirts may not be worn over the collared shirt.  The collared shirt cannot be worn unbuttoned even with a t-shirt underneath.  All buttons must be fastened save the top button, and buttons cannot be removed.  Shirts must have sleeves and may not be tied up. Mariner Middle t-shirts are permitted on any day.

Pants/Shorts/Capris/Skirts

Bottoms must be worn at the waist, above the hip/pelvic bone. Wearing pants with a “sag” is out of dress code.  Bottoms must fit properly (No tight pants/leggings or overly baggy pants).  Bottoms must be of sturdy material, such as cotton or denim.  Jeans are permitted. Jeans may NOT have holes, tears, or tatters, even if this is the style in which they were purchased.  Length of skirts and shorts must be at or below the knee in the standing position. 

Jackets/Sweaters

A button up or zip up jacket/sweater is permitted, but jackets or sweaters may not have a hood.   The jacket/sweater must be worn with a shirt that meets the dress code requirements.

Belts

Belt buckles may not display names, logos, flags, or other emblems. Oversized buckles are prohibited.

Footwear

No slipper-type shoes, backless shoes, flip flops, slides, beach-type shoes, “Croc” type shoes, or shoes made of mesh or plastic.

Miscellaneous

• Bandanas, hats, caps, headgear, gloves, and sunglasses are NOT permitted in the building. 

  • There may be exceptions for medical conditions (with a doctor’s note). The administration will determine these exceptions. 

  • Physical Education classes being held outside do permit sunglasses and hats.

• Tattoos must be covered at all times. 

• No mouth apparatus are permitted unless prescribed by a dentist or physician for a medical condition. 

• Any necklace should be worn under the shirt.

• Wallet chains are prohibited.

• Hoop earrings larger than a half-dollar are prohibited

These dress code requirements are aligned with the School District of Lee County Student Code of Conduct.  All dress code issues not addressed above will be subject to administrative discretion. Adjustments to this dress code may occur and will be communicated on the school website and through the Parent Update.  The Principal and staff may designate special event days permitting alterations to the Student Uniform Dress Policy. Administration will provide information on those alterations for those days.

Any dress code issue not addressed above is subject to administrative discretion.