Student Conduct
The O’Farrell High School Uniform Policy 2021-2022
O’Farrell requires that all students wear uniforms. Approved O’Farrell uniforms must be purchased at Mario’s Family Clothing. 7761 Broadway, Lemon Grove, 619-264-6081. Please DO NOT purchase anything that is not on the approved O’Farrell Uniform list (found below.)
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Purpose: Safety and Unity
Research has shown that students who dress alike also enjoy an increased sense of unity. The same evidence shows that uniforms will increase student safety, reduce violence and make it much easier to identify persons who do not belong on campus. Student uniforms ensure that we avoid styles of clothing that could be misinterpreted as gang-related, distracting, or immodest.
- Scholarships/Assistance
Assistance may be available for students and families in need through Family Support Services. Contact them directly for more information.
- Enforcement
Infractions will be routed to the Homebase teacher, who will then follow through with appropriate discipline actions. If a student is not in uniform, the student will remain in their homebase classroom for the remainder of the day or until the parent or guardian is able to bring them appropriate clothing. These additional consequences will be added with each infraction.
- First uniform violation - Uniform violation notice brought home and signed by the parent or guardian and returned to the Homebase teacher. Parent/Guardian telephoned by Homebase teacher.
- Second uniform violation - Uniform violation notice brought home and signed by the parent or guardian and returned to the Homebase teacher. Parent/Guardian telephoned by Homebase teacher and student assigned a 20 minute detention.
- Third uniform violation - Uniform violation notice brought home and signed by the parent or guardian and returned to the Homebase teacher. Parent/Guardian telephoned by Homebase teacher and student assigned a 40 minute detention.
- Fourth uniform violation - Uniform violation notice brought home and signed by the parent or guardian and returned to the Homebase teacher. Parent/Guardian telephoned by Homebase teacher. Student assigned to Friday Night School or Saturday School
- Fifth uniform violation - Uniform violation notice brought home and signed by the parent or guardian and returned to the Homebase teacher. Alternative Class Placement and conference with the parent/guardian
- Sixth uniform violation – Uniform violation notice brought home and signed by the parent or guardian and returned to the Homebase teacher. Parent Guardian telephone by the Homebase teacher and/or family leader. Saturday Diversion.
- Seventh uniform violation – Uniform violation notice brought home and signed by the parent or guardian and returned to the Homebase teacher. Parent Guardian telephone by the Homebase teacher and/or family leader. One day suspension.
- Continued Violations - Each further violation will result in a one day suspension.
The uniform must fit properly, not exceeding one size beyond the correct size and may not be modified, altered or changed in any way. This includes bagging or sagging pants, oversized shirts, skinny pants, safety pins, rubber bands, buttons etc. Clothes may not have a ripped or torn appearance. Rain gear, hats or other extreme weather, non-uniform items must be removed and put away upon campus entry
O’Farrell requires that all students wear uniforms. Approved O’Farrell uniforms may be purchased at Mario’s Family Clothing (7761 Broadway Lemon Grove, CA 91945). Mario’s has a copy of the uniform policy for each school that lists all of the approved O’Farrell uniform clothing. Please do not purchase anything that is not a part of this uniform policy as it will not be permitted on campus.
Purpose: Safety and Unity: Research has shown that students who dress alike also enjoy an increased sense of unity. The same evidence shows that uniforms will increase student safety, reduce violence and make it much easier to identify persons who do not belong on campus. Student uniforms ensure that we avoid styles of clothing that could be misinterpreted as gang-related, distracting, or immodest.
Scholarships/Assistance: Assistance may be available for students and families in need through Family Support Services. Contact them directly for more information.
Enforcement: Infractions will be routed to the student’s teacher, who will then follow through with appropriate discipline actions. If a student is not in uniform, the student will remain in their classroom for the remainder of the day or until the parent or guardian is able to bring them appropriate clothing. Additional consequences will be added with each infraction. Please refer to your school’s Student Handbook or the Parent Handbook for information about consequences for uniform violations.
Student uniforms must fit properly, not exceeding one size beyond the correct size, and may not be modified, altered or changed in any way. This includes bagging or sagging pants, oversized shirts, skinny pants, safety pins, rubber bands, etc. Clothes may not have a ripped or torn appearance. Rain gear, hats or other extreme weather and other non-uniform items must be removed and put away upon campus entry.
Thank you for carefully reviewing and adhering to O’Farrell’s uniform policy. In doing so, you are helping to create a safe and structured learning environment for all O’Farrell students.
The O’Farrell High School Uniform Policy 2021-2022 (cont.)
The following items do not have to be purchased at Mario’s, but must meet these guidelines:
Free Dress Day
Congratulations on earning a free dress day by having a clean campus, exhibiting non-violence, and maintaining the uniform policy throughout the week! We are so proud of you and your efforts. We want you to enjoy your reward but we also want you to be safe and look your best. Please follow the following guidelines when preparing your outfit. Your outfit will be checked at the entrance gate and by your teachers throughout the day.
Color Requirements
Your ENTIRE outfit cannot be more than 50% red, blue or green. If you wear a red shirt, do not wear red pants. If you wear green pants, do not wear a green shirt. A solid red/blue/green shirt is fine, as long as you wear different color pants and shoes. Gang association is not allowed. The school will determine if an outfit appears to be gang related.
Remember, students have earned this non-uniform day as a privilege. Problems arising from not being in uniform will result in disciplinary action for the students involved. We have tried to make adjustments to make this day as great as possible. Make this a safe, fun day!