Dress Code
At Yeshivat He’Atid, we take pride in educating students who are both Torah learners and engaged in a contemporary society. While we understand that current fashion trends may differ from our values, as an institution of Torah, we uphold a dress standard that reflects dignity and respect. Educators have found that well-groomed children have a more positive attitude towards school, perform better academically, and contribute to a more conducive learning environment.
The administration has discretion over enforcing the Yeshivat He’Atid dress code. The following rules are not an exhaustive list and may be adjusted without notice accordingly.
Throughout the year, we celebrate Rosh Chodesh and other chaggim by wearing blue and white. Students should have two to three white shirts and blue bottoms for those days.
Additionally, there are also occasional dress-up days. The following rules apply to all clothing and costumes: kippah, tzitzit, shoes, sleeve length, skirt length, and no shorts. Students not in costume must follow the regular dress code.
Early Childhood Students (Toddler-Kindergarten)
Children should wear comfortable clothing that allows them to fully participate in all school activities. Students are exposed to various art and play materials and should not have to be afraid of getting dirty or messy.
Boys and girls may wear pants and shorts.
Girls may wear skirts and dresses.
Sleeveless tops (e.g., tank tops, sundresses) are not permitted.
If your child is newly toilet-trained, please dress them in clothing that can be easily taken on and off. Overalls and one-piece outfits are usually frustrating for children trying to get to the toilet as quickly as possible.
Once toilet-trained, boys must wear a kippah or cap and tzitzit daily.
Sneakers or closed-toe shoes are recommended for school, and sneakers are required for gym class. Sandals, Crocs, and open-toe shoes are not permitted.
Please dress children appropriately for the changing seasons, as we go outside for recess most days.
Parents are encouraged to label their children's coats, jackets, school bags, rain and snow gear, and other belongings to prevent them from getting lost.
Elementary and Middle School Students
Please remember that your children are growing students, and their wardrobe should align with the dress code guidelines throughout the entire school year.
All students
Shirts
Shirts can be any solid color
All shirts (including sweaters and sweatshirts) must be solid. No patterns, graphics, or words are allowed. Bar and Bat Mitzvah sweatshirts are not allowed.
Small logos are allowed at the discretion of the administration
Shoes
Sneakers with embedded roller blades (wheelies), Crocs, flip-flops, soft-bottom slippers, open-toed shoes, and other similar footwear are not permitted.
Please wear sneakers on gym days.
Miscellaneous
Hair must be original colors; dyed hair is not permitted
Hats, hoods, and bandanas are not allowed indoors, but may be worn during outside recess
Boys’ Dress Code
Shirts
Boys must wear collared shirts
Boys must wear a kippah and tzitzit (under their shirts)
Sweatshirts and sweaters may be worn over a collared shirt
Pants
Pants may be black, navy, khaki, or gray
Jeans, sweatpants, or track pants are not permitted. Pants must look more like school pants than track/sweatpants.
Shorts are not allowed
Miscellaneous
Hair should be neatly groomed, kept at its natural color, and worn at a moderate length.
The Torah is very specific in forbidding boys to "round off the hair on one's head." Specifically, shaving off the sideburns and the lower portion of one's hair is not acceptable
Long hair is not permitted
Shaved designs are not permitted
No piercings allowed
Girls' Dress Code
Shirts
Shirts must be short-sleeved or long-sleeved
Cap sleeves, sheer tops, off-the-shoulder styles, low-cut necklines, and crop tops are not permitted.
Shirts must reach the skirt at all times
Skirts and Dresses
Skirts and Dresses can be black, navy, khaki, or gray
Denim is not allowed
Skirts and Dresses must cover the knee when sitting, walking, and standing
It is strongly recommended that leggings or bike shorts be worn underneath skirts
Pants, sweatpants, and pajamas are not allowed
Leggings may be black, navy, khaki, or gray
Miscellaneous
Piercings are only permitted in the ears
Kavod Hamakom
We value your partnership and kindly request that you and your guests follow these guidelines when visiting our school:
All females must wear knee length skirt & shirts with sleeves
All men must wear a kippah or a hat