Dear Mesquite Families,

I want to thank you for a wonderful first year here at Mesquite.  I can’t believe the school year is coming to a close. We have had so many great successes this year that the teachers and I are very proud of all of our students. We have seen so much growth in our children and look forward to see the changes they will have in the coming year.

As we are starting to prepare for next year there are a few things I would like for you to keep in mind.  As you begin to purchase school clothes we will be utilizing the District dress code for next year.  Please review below.  

In support of the educational environment, the following guidelines have been established. It is an expectation that volunteers working with students will adhere to this policy.These guidelines include, but are not limited to:

• Tops with 2 inch minimum strap-width on each shoulder
• Shirts and tops need to be long enough to cover midriff
• Hats are not to be worn in the building except special days
• Clothing must modestly cover under arm, back, cleavage, and chest area
• Clothing must cover the undergarments and buttocks
• Shorts, skirts and dresses must be modest in length (mid thigh)
• Shoes must be worn at all times
• Pants and shorts must be worn to fit, no bagging or sagging

Prohibited Items Include But Not Limited To:

• Fabric can't be see-through
• Tank top underwear
• Tattered and torn clothing
• Trench coats
• Clothing items identified by a school administrator and/or a law enforcement official as negative or gang affiliated and/or carry the potential to create intimidation and violence.
• Clothing that references drug/alcohol
• Clothing, backpacks, binders, jewelry, or tattoos that displays offensive symbols, inappropriate or negative messages
• Bare feet and slippers without rubber soles
• shoes with wheels (Heelys)
• Hairstyles considered disruptive to the educational process
• Hats that are altered from their original forms
• Hair nets, do-rags
• Bandanas worn in an inappropriate manner
• Jewelry or accessories that could present a safety hazard

We are asking that students not wear flip flops as they area safety issue at school. Tennis shoes are always the best option forelementary students. 

Thank you so much for a great year. If you have any questions feel free to give me a call.

Have a wonderful summer.

Mrs. Boomer

Principal Mesquite Elementary School