Uniform Guidelines

All students must wear the Ridgeview Charter Middle School uniform daily, as outlined below. Only items specified in the uniform policy are permitted.

Clothing should fit properly; when in doubt, avoid wearing it. Adherence to the dress code avoids disruptions to instructional time.

Uniform tops and select supplies are available year-round at The Panther Store near the gym. Parents/students will be informed of uniform exceptions for special events (i.e., Olympics, dress-down days, etc.).

School Colors: Red, Black, White, and Gray

Permitted Bottoms:

  • Color: Tan, khaki, or black

  • Type: Pants/slacks, skirts, or shorts; plain, solid black tights may be worn underneath skirts or shorts that adhere to the length restriction.

  • Length: Pants must be full-length; skirts or shorts should reach at least mid-thigh.

  • Material: Twill or dress pant material (e.g., cotton, twill, poly blend synthetic).

  • Fit: Bottoms should fit appropriately, be worn at the natural waist, and not be skin-tight.

  • Logos are not permitted.

Permitted Tops:

  • Type: Collared shirts, sweaters, sweatshirts, and T-shirts.

  • Collared T-shirts, Sweaters or Sweatshirts:

  • Plain in school colors: red, black, gray, or white.

  • RCMS collared t-shirts, sweaters, or sweatshirts purchased from The Panther Store may also be worn.

  • Only the RCMS logo is permitted; no other logos should be visible.

T-shirts:

  • Fit of the Tops:

  • Tops should fit appropriately and reach near the natural waist.

  • Tops should not be skin-tight or cropped.

  • Tops must not be worn inside out.

  • Only the RCMS logo is permitted; no other logos should be visible.

Shoes:

  • Only closed-toe shoes are allowed.

  • Not permitted: open-toe shoes, high heels, flip-flops, slides, or bedroom slippers.

Friday Dress Code:

In addition to the above guidelines, the following items are permitted on Fridays only:

  • Solid blue or black jeans

  • RCMS athletic or club shirts

  • Riverwood shirts

Not Permitted:

  • Denim, jeans, or cargo pants

  • Leggings, joggers, or athletic pants; workout attire is not allowed

  • Clothing with rips, tears, or holes

  • Hats or headgear, except for religious purposes


Uniform Infraction Consequences

  • First time: Change clothes; parent notified

  • Second time: Office referral; public detention; parent notified

  • Third time: Office referral; public detention; conference

  • Fourth time: Office referral; consequences for Insubordination; parent notified