Dress Code

Updated July 2025

Students may still dress in uniform – that is optional!

As we transition from uniform to a free-dress policy, we want to maintain the safe learning environment that Tulsa Public Schools value.  Students should wear clean, well-fitting clothing that is appropriate for school activities and respectful of peers.

Students may choose uniform or free- dress policy: 

See the following rules for both:

• Clothing must not display profanity, drug, alcohol, or gang-related images or messages.
• Belts are not mandatory, but sagging will NOT be allowed.
• Jeans MUST be free of rips and tears
• Tights or non-see-through leggings worn as outerwear, spandex, bike shorts, bathing/swimming wear, sleep wear(including pajamas), etc., are not permitted.  Unless the note goes home about pajama day.

Tops:      

• Uniform Shirt or long sleeved collared, Polo style shirt in solid colors of NAVY BLUE, WHITE OR
• BLACK ONLY.
• Students may wear a long sleeved UNDER SHIRT under their Polo for added warmth.
• Tops must cover the torso, including midriff, back and undergarments.
• Straps need to be at least two-finger widths. No tank tops unless a T-Shirt are worn under it.
• MacArthur T-shirts or sport team shirt may be worn on Fridays for spirit day.

Pants:

• Jeans, pants, shorts, skirts, jumpers, or capris.  They must be properly fitted must reach mid-thigh or  
• fingertip length and be worn at the waist.
• Skirts and shorts must extend below the fingertips when the child is standing with hands to the side.

Accessories:                 

• All purses, sunglasses or distracting accessories will be in the locker and not allowed in the classroom.
• NO TOYS ARE ALLOWED AT SCHOOL.
• No Rolling Backpacks

Shoes:

• Shoes must be lace-up, buckle, zip or Velcro, have a closed heel or a heel strap. No open-toed, no boots with heels. Athletic-style footwear is encouraged for PE, outside activities, and safety.
• Flip­ Flops slippers & high heels are not allowed as per TPS School Board Policy. Heelys are considered dangerous in school and not allowed.

Outerwear items:

• Students must store outerwear (coats, hats, gloves, scarves, etc.) in their lockers upon arrival at school.
• Outerwear will not be permitted in classrooms, cafeterias, libraries, corridors or other areas of the  school buildings after arrival.
• A lightweight sweater, sweatshirt, jacket with a hood if it doesn’t have any inappropriate graphics or print on them.  Hoods must be off the head in common areas or students may be asked to remove them.

If you need additional help we will try to assist.

School Board Policy concerning appropriate student attire will be adhered to, including designated free dress.