Dress Code Information.

A person’s outward appearance is a reflection of the condition of his heart and mind. Clothing, makeup, and hairstyles draw attention to the Lord or away from Him. The following four principles of dress will be taught and consistently enforced at GPCA:

1. Modesty of both boys and girls (I Tim. 2:9; I Pet. 3:2-4)

2. Distinction between boys and girls (Deut. 22:5; I Cor. 11:14-15).

3. Identification with the Lord and not with the world (I Timothy 4:12; Romans 12:1-2; John 15:16)

4. Appropriateness for the time/activity.

GPCA has established and will enforce these dress code guidelines for all students:

School uniform guidelines are below. GPCA uniforms can be purchased anywhere as long as the following guidelines are met. For the ease of our parents, we have an account set up with Land’s End. However, as long as the items purchased are similar, you are able to purchase through other stores. If you choose to purchase through Land’s End, our Preferred School Number for Greater Portland Christian Academy is: 9001-0229-4.  The contact information is: 1-800-469-2222 or online at: www.landsend.com/school.   

 Girls: Basic Guidelines

Special note on all uniforms…all items purchased should have no embellishments. Example: Tights, knee socks, sweaters, shirts… must be plain with no design, bows, jewels…etc.

1. Dress Shirts: short, 3/4 or full sleeves approved. The only color approved is white.

2. Polo Shirts: short or full sleeves approved. Colors approved: White, burgundy, or navy blue

3. Skirts: All skirts must be at the knee or below. The only colors approved are navy or khaki.

   *special note: If you wish to purchase any plaid items you will need to purchase the Classic Navy from Land’s End. The plaid will no longer be approved for wear during the 2025-26 school year.

4. Sweaters: Colors approved - White, burgundy or navy blue.

5. Sweatshirts: Spirit wear (purchased through the school) available in August 2024. Sweatshirts can be worn instead of a school sweater.

   *special note: no other outerwear is allowed in the classrooms on campus. Students must have a sweater or spirit wear sweatshirt.

6. Knee socks or full tights with feet (no leggings allowed). Colors approved: white or navy blue.

   *special note: no Nike/sport socks are approved for wear.

7. Only conservative hairstyles (no unnatural hair color), and jewelry may be worn during school hours. Girls may wear only one earring per ear, attached at the lobe. No other piercings are acceptable.

Boys:

1. Dress Shirts: short, or full sleeves approved. The only color approved is white.

2. Polo Shirts: short or full sleeves approved. Colors approved: White, burgundy, or navy blue (the light blue is now discontinued)

3. Sweaters: Colors approved - burgundy or navy blue.

4. Sweatshirts: Spirit wear (purchased through the school) available in August 2024. Sweatshirts can be worn instead of a school sweater.

   *special note: no other outerwear is allowed in the classrooms on campus. Students must have a sweater or spirit wear sweatshirt.

5. Sweaters worn over shirts with collars are acceptable. Shirts must always be tucked in and all buttons (except the collar button) must be buttoned.

6. Boys are required to wear dress slacks; jeans are not allowed. Colors approved: Navy Blue or Khaki

   *special note: skinny type pants or pants with elastic hems are not allowed.

7. Hairstyles must be in good taste. Long hairstyles are not permitted. Boys are required to keep their hair styled in a normal, regular hair cut (no sculptured, Mohawk, fauxhawk, spike-type, skater, new wave cuts, or any unnatural color). Hair should be properly thinned and trimmed around the ears. Hair is to be neatly combed at all times.

8. Boys may not wear necklaces, earrings, or any body piercing.

 Parents are expected to cooperate in helping their children meet the standards listed above. Students who do not meet dress code standards will be sent to the school office to call a parent to bring a change of clothing. Final decisions on questionable clothing will be made by the administration. Repeated infractions of the dress code may result in permanent dismissal from school (expulsion) if the staff perceives a student’s chronic negative attitude toward correction.

**All students are required to have non-marking athletic shoes for P.E. or gym play.

6th - 10th PE uniform requirements:

All students in grades 6th - 10th are required to “dress down” for PE. PE uniforms can be purchased through the school office. The amount per uniform is $25.00 per set.