Uniform Information

BFA Uniform Policy

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BFA Uniform Standards

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Why Do BFA Students Wear Uniforms?

School uniforms create a level playing field among students and reduce peer pressure and bullying. They also help students to focus on their studies, not their clothes. Uniforms enhance school pride, unity and community spirit and decrease discipline issues. The uniform policy establishes a ‘business-like’ climate in school that indicates BFA students are serious about learning. BFA students make a positive first impression both at school and in the community.

When Do BFA Students Wear Uniforms?

Students must wear their uniform every school day and must be compliant with the uniform standards. The only exceptions are approved Dress of Choice Days, Accelerated Reader Dress of Choice Days, Spirit Days and other special days approved by the principal. The Formal Uniform is tan pants, shorts, skirt or a skort with a navy polo embossed with the BFA logo. Formal Uniforms must be worn on the first day of school, the first Wednesday of every month and on every field trip (unless explicitly told otherwise).

Why Not a Dress Code?

Dress codes leave too much room for interpretation from student-to-student. Uniform policies save valuable teacher and class time because they are easy to understand and enforce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Click on our FAQ Document to see answers to Frequently Asked Questions.

Purchasing the Correct Uniforms

BFA has three approved uniform vendors. Students must wear uniform pieces from these three vendors and can mix and match pieces as long as the item numbers are on the approved list.  There are many sales throughout the year.  We will post them on our Social Media & Newsletters.

Approved Uniform Vendors

 

  • Educational Outfitters
    • View their 'uniform menu' of uniform offerings.
    • Visit their local store at C470/Broadway at 159 W County Line Rd, Littleton, CO 80129 to try on uniforms or order online. If you visit their local store, their staff can help ensure you choose approved items. If you order online, select 'school uniforms' then 'Ben Franklin Academy' to be directed to approved BFA uniform pieces.

  • French Toast
    • Use School Code QS5FLWM to ensure you are purchasing approved items; or review the Uniform Standards for All Students document on the policy webpage.
    • Alternatively, you can use this French Toast link to connect directly with the BFA Store at French Toast.

  • Tommy Hilfiger
    • See the How to Order Document.
    • Use School Partner Number BENF01 to ensure you are purchasing approved items; or review the Uniform Standards for All Students document on the policy webpage.
    • This vendor often has Flash Sales, so be sure to look out for their current promotions.

 

Educational Outfitters
French Toast
Tommy Hilfiger

BFA Spirit Wear

On every Friday throughout the year, students can wear BFA tshirts, sweatshirts and other tops.  TOPS ONLY are allowed on these days. Uniform bottoms are required on these days.  

These can be any BFA Field Day, Summer Camp, Fun Run and certain items from the PTO Spirit Wear Store (Items are identified).

Spirit Wear Guidance

Themed Spirit Wear

Throughout the year, we have themed Spirit Wear days.  On these days, students can wear tshirts, sweatshirts and other tops in that theme.  TOPS ONLY are allowed on these days. Uniform bottoms are required on these days.  

Themed Spirit Wear Guidance

Do Wear

  • Modest
  • In good condition
  • Neat in appearance
  • Meets appropriate length requirements
    (4 inch or longer from above knee)

Don't wear

  • No pajama items (unless it is a special spirit day)
  • Nothing that contains wording or images that could be interpreted as racial, vulgar, disruptive or offensive in any way.
  • No Revealing clothes - (e.g., tank tops, midriffs, sleeveless, etc.)

The final decision as to the suitability of DOC clothing will be up to the Principal.

who gets dress of choice?

Dress of Choice is a reward for those students who have not received two (2) Uniform Policy Violations between the previous DOC day and the upcoming DOC day.

when is dress of choice?

Dress of Choice days (DOC) shall be scheduled periodically.  See our Calendar for those dates.  Please note that dates are subject to change.

Dress of Choice

Halloween Guidelines

🎃 Keep it Spooky, Not Scary: NO costumes with violent or bloody images. It's okay to look "spooky," but nothing gruesome or revealing.

👁️ Masks, Makeup & Hair: NO MASKS, NO makeup or wigs as they will be in costume all day. Temporary hair color is okay. Remember, learning is still happening, so we try to reduce distractions.

🧥 Safe Costumes: Make sure your child’s costume doesn’t have anything hanging below the wrist or ankle to avoid tripping or getting things caught. If your child is wearing a Blow Up costume, please know they will only be allowed wearing it during Trunk or Treat and K-5 parties.

🎒 Easy-to-Carry Props: If your child has props or something that detaches, KEEP IT AT HOME. If they forget them, you will not be able to come back and get them once school is closed.

🚫 No Weapons: Please don’t include any toy weapons in the costume. This includes fictitious weapons.

🏃 PE and 🚽Bathroom-Friendly Costumes: If your child has Physical Education on the 31st, pick a costume that’s safe and easy to move in. Please make sure a student can go to the bathroom while wearing their costume to avoid going in the costume.

Student Council Spirit Days

Throughout the year, the Student Council announces special Spirit Days*.  These are NOT Dress of Choice Days.  Please read the list of what is allowed for each day.   

*Students who are out of compliance with that day's theme will receive a dress code violation.

See specific dress code guidelines for each type of special spirit days below.

🛌 PJ Day – What’s OK to Wear

Pajama pants, pajama sets, or sleepwear (regular pajamas are okay)

  • Dress-like pajamas must have accompanied leggings or bottoms
  • All clothing must adhere to the Uniform policy.  For example, all bottoms must be 4 inches above the knee or longer.  

Not Allowed:

  • Slippers, crocs or "slipper" Uggs.
  • Robes
  • Stuffed animals (unless otherwise communicated by teachers)
  • Inappropriate images or wording
  • Blankets or pillows (unless otherwise communicated by teachers
  • Any pajamas that cover the student’s face (hoodies that are masks)
  • Nothing that contains wording or images that could be interpreted as racial, vulgar, disruptive, or offensive in any way.
  • No Revealing clothes - (e.g., tank tops, midriffs, sleeveless, etc.)
  • No holes, sheer or see-through PJ. 

Charity Shirt:

Students may wear the current-year Charity Shirt in lieu of a polo shirt for the rest of the school year.  Shirts go on sale around February each year.  Uniform bottoms are required when wearing the Charity Shirt, except on Charity Shirt Spirit Day or Dress of Choice Days. All bottoms must be 4 inches above the knee or longer.  

Themed Tops:

Students may wear a themed top for that day. Uniform bottoms are required, except on Dress of Choice Days. All bottoms must be 4 inches above the knee or longer.  

Clothing and shoes must adhere to the Uniform Policy. All bottoms must be 4 inches above the knee or longer.  

Not Allowed:

  • Inappropriate images or wording
  • Nothing that cover the student’s face (hoodies that are masks)
  • Nothing that contains wording or images that could be interpreted as racial, vulgar, disruptive, or offensive in any way.
  • No Revealing clothes - (e.g., tank tops, midriffs, sleeveless, etc.). 

Students can wear items in that theme, including tops, bottoms, accessories and socks/shoes.  These are not Dress of Choice days, and students who wish to participate are expected to be in the theme.

For example: Tropical Day

Students can wear tropical tops, bottoms, accessories, and socks.   Clothing and shoes must adhere to the Uniform Policy. All bottoms must be 4 inches above the knee or longer.  

Not Allowed:

  • Slippers, Crocs, flip flops
  • Robes
  • Distracting accessories that prevent or disrupt learning
  • Inappropriate images or wording
  • Nothing that covers the student’s face (hoodies that are masks)
  • Nothing that contains wording or images that could be interpreted as racial, vulgar, disruptive, or offensive in any way.
  • No Revealing clothes - (e.g., tank tops, midriffs, sleeveless, etc.). 
  • No face paint; no hats or sunglasses, unless specifically stated.

Elementary Dos & Don'ts

These are to help parents navigate our Uniform Policy.  There are different standards for Dress of Choice Day.  All this information can be found in our Uniform Policy and Uniform Standards.

DOs

  • Can wear vendor-approved pants, jumpers, skirts, shorts & skorts.  Can be khaki or navy blue.  Jumpers, skirts, and skorts can also be the BFA plaid. 
  • Jumpers, skirts, skorts, and shorts must be 4 inches or longer above the knee.  
  • Pants can be pleated or flat.
  • Pants must be at the natural waistline, fit neither too loose nor too tight, not visibly flared, cannot be longer than the sole of the shoe, and must be no shorter than 2” above the ankle bone.
  • Jumpers must be worn with a polo or peter pan blouse

Additional Items 

  • BELTS: Starting in 3rd grade, all pants and shorts must be accompanied by a belt.  Approved colors are single colored in black, brown, or navy.  Can be fabric or leather, braided or flat.  
  • LEGGINGS OR TIGHTS: Can be single-colored in red, white, navy blue, gray, or black and worn underneath approved skirts, shorts, or skorts.

DON'Ts

  • Excessive holes or tears.
  • Shorter than 2 inches above the ankle for pants.
  • Shorter than 4 inches above the knee for jumpers, skirts, skorts, and shorts.
  • Longer than the sole of the shoe.
  • Any other color of belt not listed above.
  • Tights or leggings without a uniform bottom.  Cannot be lace or multi-colored.
  • Jumpers must be worn without a polo or peter pan blouse

DOs

  • Can wear current year Charity Shirts, in lieu of polo, on any day of the week for the rest of the school year.  Sales of the shirts typically occur in February, with delivery in March. 
  • Must wear approved uniform bottoms (see below for details).
  • Older Charity Shirts become Spirit Wear after that school year.

DON'Ts

  • Wear old Charity Shirts except on Spirit Wear days
  • Dress of Choice bottoms (except on Student Council Charity Week Spirit Day).

DOs

  • Matching pairs.
  • Laces must be a single color and matching.
  • All shoes must have durable soles and a heel no higher than 1".
  • All shoes must stay on heels when walking.
  • Must be a closed-toe with a closed heel, and no part of the toe shall be exposed.
  • Athletic shoes are required for PE.
  • Socks must be white, navy blue, red, tan, gray or black. Lace, embroidery, or ruffles are permitted.  (Small brand logos or single-color stripes in red, white, navy, tan, gray or black are permissible.)

DON'Ts

  • Heel shoes higher than 1 inch.
  • Crocs, slippers, wheelies, cleats or light up shoes.
  • Multicolored laces are not allowed.
  • Boots should not be covered in fur.
  • Multi-colored or patterned socks

DOs

  • Can wear BFA special club tops on competition days, in lieu of polo.  (Elementary approved club is Battle of the Books.) 
  • Organizational uniforms, such as Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts uniforms, may be worn in place of polo on meeting days.
  • All BFA club or elective shirts are considered Spirit Wear and can also be worn on Spirit Wear Days.
  • Must wear approved uniform bottoms (see below for details).

DON'Ts

  • Wear the shirt on non-competition or non-meeting days
  • Dress of Choice bottoms

DOs

  • Can wear BFA spirit wear every Friday. (see Spirit Wear Tab)
  • Can wear any socks every Friday.
  • All BFA athletic, club, or elective shirts/tops are considered Spirit Wear and can also be worn on Spirit Wear Days.
  • Must wear approved uniform bottoms.

DON'Ts

  • Wear Spirit shirts on other days, unless on the calendar
  • Wear crazy socks on other days
  • Dress of Choice bottoms

DOs

  • Can wear vendor-approved sweaters, sweatshirts, and cardigans throughout the school day.  
  • Must wear a BFA polo underneath

DON'Ts

  • Non-BFA sweaters, sweatshirts, and cardigans cannot be worn inside the building.  They may wear them in lieu of a coat at recess or carpool, but cannot wear them any other time in any part of the building, including the classroom.
  • HOODIES: Elementary students cannot wear ANY hoodies inside the building.  They may wear hoodies in lieu of a coat at recess or carpool, but cannot wear hoodies any other time in any part of the building, including the classroom.
  • A sweater, etc, without a polo top underneath.

DOs

  • Can wear vendor-approved polos in the classroom.  They may wear polos with or without an embroidered logo, except on Formal Uniform Day, which must be the blue polo with the Red B.
  • Navy and white polos can only have the Red B logo.  Red polos can only have the White B logo.
  • Peter Pan Blouse (K-5 only) to be worn under any jumper only.
  • Parents can only purchase an embroidered shirt from one of our vendors at the time of order.  
  • All shirts must be tucked in. 

DON'Ts

  • Elementary students cannot wear light blue polos.  No non-vendor-approved polos.  Please refer to the uniform standards for item codes.
  • After-market embroidery.  BFA has no approved vendor for embroidery after purchase.
  • Peter Pan Blouse (K-5 only) without the jumper.

Middle School Dos & don'ts

These are to help parents navigate our Uniform Policy.  There are different standards for Dress of Choice Day.  All this information can be found in our Uniform Policy and Uniform Standards.

DOs

  • Can wear athletic jersey top on game days, in lieu of polo.  
  • Sleeveless tops must have a coordinating t-shirt underneath.
  • Must wear approved uniform bottoms (see below for details).

DON'Ts

  • Wear jersey on non-game days
  • A sleeveless jersey with no undershirt.
  • Jersey or Dress of Choice bottoms

DOs

  • Can wear vendor-approved pants, skirts, shorts & skorts.  Can be khaki or navy blue.  Skirts and skorts can also be the BFA plaid. 
  • Skirts, skorts, and shorts must be 4 inches or longer above the knee.  
  • Pants can be pleated or flat.
  • Pants must be at the natural waistline, fit neither too loose nor too tight, not visibly flared, cannot be longer than the sole of the shoe, and must be no shorter than 2” above the ankle bone.
  • BELTS: Starting in 3rd grade, all pants and shorts must be accompanied by a belt.  Approved colors are single colored in black, brown, or navy.  Can be fabric or leather, braided or flat.  

DON'Ts

  • Excessive holes or tears.
  • Shorter than 2 inches above the ankle for pants.
  • Shorter than 4 inches above the knee for skirts, skorts, and shorts.
  • Longer than the sole of the shoe.
  • Any other color of belt not listed above
  • Jumpers are K - 5 only

DOs

  • Can wear current year Charity Shirts, in lieu of polo, on any day of the week for the rest of the school year.  Sales of the shirts typically occur in February, with delivery in March. 
  • Must wear approved uniform bottoms.
  • Older Charity Shirts become Spirit Wear after that school year.

DON'Ts

  • Wear old Charity Shirts except on Spirit Wear days
  • Dress of Choice bottoms (except on Student Council Charity Week Spirit Day).

DOs

  • Can wear vendor-approved sweaters, sweatshirts, and cardigans throughout the school day.  
  • Can wear BFA vendor/athletic-approved hoodies throughout the school day.  
  • Must wear a BFA polo underneath.

DON'Ts

  • Non-BFA hoodies, sweaters, sweatshirts, and cardigans cannot be worn inside the building.  They may wear them in lieu of a coat at recess or carpool, but cannot wear them any other time in any part of the building, including the classroom.
  • A sweater, etc, without a Polo top underneath.

DOs

  • Matching pairs.
  • Laces must be a single color and matching.
  • All shoes must have durable soles and a heel no higher than 1".
  • All shoes must stay on heels when walking.
  • Must be a closed-toe with a closed heel, and no part of the toe shall be exposed.
  • Athletic shoes are required for PE.
  • Socks must be white, navy blue, red, tan, gray or black. Lace, embroidery, or ruffles are permitted. (Small brand logos or single-color stripes in red, white, navy, tan, gray or black are permissible.)

DON'Ts

  • Heel shoes higher than 1 inch.
  • Crocs, slippers, wheelies, cleats or light up shoes.
  • Multicolored laces are not allowed.
  • Boots should not be covered in fur.
  • Multi-colored or patterned socks

DOs

  • Can wear BFA special student club or elective tops on certain days, in lieu of polo.  (Middle School approved club/electives are NJHS, Battle of the Books, and Middle School Musical.) 
  • Organizational uniforms, such as Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts uniforms, may be worn in place of polo on meeting days.
  • All BFA club or elective shirts are considered Spirit Wear and can also be worn on Spirit Wear Days.
  • Must wear approved uniform bottoms (see below for details).

DON'Ts

  • Wear the shirt on non-approved days 
  • Dress of Choice bottoms

DOs

  • Can wear BFA spirit wear every Friday. (see Spirit Wear Tab)
  • Can wear any socks every Friday.
  • All BFA athletic, club, or elective shirts/tops are considered Spirit Wear and can also be worn on Spirit Wear Days.
  • Must wear approved uniform bottoms.

DON'Ts

  • Wear Spirit shirts on other days, unless on the calendar
  • Wear crazy socks on other days
  • Dress of Choice bottoms

DOs

  • Can wear vendor-approved polos in the classroom.  They may wear polos with or without an embroidered logo, except on Formal Uniform Day, which must be the blue polo with the Red B.
  • Middle School students can wear light blue polos. 
  • All shirts must be tucked in. 

DON'Ts

  • Non-vendor-approved polos.  (Please refer to the uniform standards for item codes).
  • Peter Pan blouses are K - 5 only.
Breakdown of what elementary students can wear