At Capitol Heights Elementary School, we are committed to providing a safe, respectful, and focused learning environment. To support this goal, our school community approved a Mandatory School Dress Code Policy, which has been in effect since the beginning of the 2002 – 2003 school year.
All students are expected to follow the school dress code during the regular school day and while participating in school-sponsored activities. Adhering to the dress code helps promote school pride, minimizes distractions, and creates a positive learning environment for everyone.
We encourage all families to review the Student Dress Code with their child(ren) to ensure they understand and follow the expectations.
Religious Exemption: Students who are exempt from wearing the required school uniform for sincerely held religious reasons, with written documentation, may remain enrolled at Capitol Heights Elementary School or be reassigned to another school in accordance with Prince George's County Board of Education Policy 0600, Section V.C.
Thank you for partnering with us to help maintain a positive and respectful school community.
Students are expected to wear the following approved uniform tops:
Solid white, light blue and/or navy blue collared shirts, including:
Polo shirts
Dress shirts
Turtleneck shirts
Shirts may have long or short sleeves.
Solid navy blue sweaters may be worn over the approved uniform shirt, including:
V-neck sweaters
Crew neck sweaters
Cardigan sweaters
Clothing should be free of logos, graphics, or brand names (such as Nike, Guess, FUBU, etc.). The Capitol Heights Elementary School logo is the only approved logo that may appear on uniform tops or sweaters.
Our uniform policy helps create a positive, respectful learning environment while promoting school pride and a sense of community.
Students are expected to wear the following approved uniform bottoms:
Solid navy blue uniform-style pants or slacks (such as Dockers® or similar uniform pants).
Pants should be properly fitted and hemmed. Cuffed pants are permitted.
Solid navy blue skirts, culottes, jumpers, shorts, and skorts are permitted and must:
Be properly fitted and hemmed.
Be at least fingertip length when the student is standing naturally.
All uniform shirts should be tucked in so that the waistband or belt remains visible.
The following items do not meet the Capitol Heights Elementary School uniform requirements:
Spandex or leggings worn as pants
Denim or jeans
Nylon athletic pants
Sweatpants or jogging pants
Thank you for partnering with us to ensure that all students follow our uniform expectations. Your support helps create a safe, respectful, and distraction-free learning environment where every student can succeed.
Students should wear safe, comfortable footwear that supports learning and play.
Approved Footwear
Non-marking, soft-soled shoes or tennis shoes in neat condition.
Shoes may have soles and heels no higher than 2 inches.
Shoelaces must be tied at all times for safety.
Not Permitted
Western-style boots
Construction/work boots (such as Timberland®-style boots)
Sandals
Open-toed shoes
To maintain a respectful learning environment, hats, sweatbands, bandanas, and other head coverings may not be worn inside the school building, except when worn for religious or documented medical reasons.
Students may wear simple, non-distracting jewelry. However, excessive or distracting jewelry, large chains, body adornments, or other accessories that may interfere with the learning environment or student safety are not permitted.
