Ocali Charter High School believes every student should have a positive and productive learning environment, without distraction from the latest styles, trends, or designs of clothing.

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Furthermore, in an effort to curb negativity, bullying, or feelings of insecurity due to clothing, we have adopted a specific school dress code that will help foster a learning environment, free from clothing-related issues.

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Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday:  OCHS Dress Code 
Tuesday:  Professional Dress Uniform
Friday:  Spirit Day Uniform

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It is expected that students wear to school or school functions neat, clean, appropriate clothing (as listed below) that meets the standards of this educational environment. Any extreme in clothing, cosmetics, jewelry, or appearance that may disrupt the normal operation of the school will not be acceptable. It is not the intention of these guidelines to usurp the authority of parents in determining what appropriate dress is and grooming for their children in accordance with the age and grade of those youngsters. The school will work with parents in encouraging our young people to assume this responsibility and to execute it sensibly as they mature. The purpose of the home and school working together should be to help students accept and cooperate with the guidelines.

1. Students shall wear shoes for foot protection and for hygienic reasons while on school grounds or school transportation.  For safety reasons, shoes with wheels and/or skates may not be worn on the school campus/bus. It is recommended that students wear closed toe/closed heel shoes to school. Flip flops, slides, or bedroom slippers are not allowed.  

2. Students must not wear clothing and accessories which are harmful, disruptive, or hazardous to health or safety. Undergarments should not be visible at any time. 

3. Students (male and female) are not to wear hats of any kind within the school building unless approved by the school administration for special occasions and specific locations. "Hats" should be interpreted literally as "hats" or head-coverings and will include bandanas, berets, beanies, knitted caps, hoods (such as attached to sweatshirts), caps, sweatbands, visors, and similar hat-like apparel. 

4. Students are not to wear T-shirts or other garments, or other items with pictures, logos, phrases, decals, patches, emblems, or words printed on them that are obscene or disruptive in the judgment of the school administration. This will include, but not be limited to: nude/semi-nude figures; figures in sexually suggestive postures; or logos of alcoholic beverages, tobacco products, or prohibited substances; or gang identification. A tattoo that is obscene or disruptive in the judgment of the school administration needs to be covered. 

5. Tops must be long enough to clearly overlap the belt line or stay tucked in during the course of normal movement throughout the day. Shirts falling below mid-thigh length will be tucked in. No bare-midriff shirts/blouses, sleepwear, muscle shirts, or tank tops will be worn. No sleeveless shirts allowed.  

6. Garments will be secured at the waist. Shorts and skirts are permitted at all grade levels and will be no more than 4 inches above the top of the knee cap or longer. 

7. Jewelry and accessories shall be worn in a way that does not present a safety or health hazard or cause a disruption to the education process.

8. High school students must display a current school-issued identification badge at all times while on campus. This badge must be clearly visible and worn above the waist. Failure to wear this ID will result in a dress code violation and students will be required to purchase an ID before entering a classroom on campus.  

9. Leggings, jeggings, gym shorts, sweat pants, or biker shorts are not permitted.  Clothing made of spandex is not permitted.