2022-2023
Uniform Guidelines
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DRESS CODE
Staff and students are expected to model proper examples of Islamic dress. To ensure modesty and a disciplined academic environment, all students will acquire and wear the necessary uniform items appropriate for their grade level. Students must remain in uniform at all times while on the school grounds, as well as during all field trips and other such school activities, unless otherwise authorized by the administration and/or School Board. The school reserves the right to refuse admission into class and school to any student out of uniform. In addition, it is the school’s right to determine if an item being worn complies with uniform policy, including color of clothing (sweater, pants, jumper, socks, abaya/jilbab). Students who fail to comply with uniform requirements are subject to disciplinary action. Students are expected to follow the uniform policy. There will be no excuses as to why a student is not in the correct uniform on a daily basis from the first day of school until the last day. The uniform specifications are as follows:
PRESCHOOL BOYS & GIRLS
- There is no uniform required for preschool students. However, please make sure students have appropriate attire for Islamic School.
- No open-toed shoes, sandals, heels, boots, or flip flops are allowed during school.
- All girls must wear pants, leggings or shorts under skirts and dresses
- Hair must be pulled back or tied back
- Boys must keep hair above ear level and above neckline
BOYS UNIFORM SPECIFICATIONS
Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th grade & Middle School (grades 6th -8th) Boys/Hifz
-Navy blue trousers
-Light blue shirt (Oxford or Polo style only)
-Navy blue sweater (button or zipper) for climate control
-Sweaters and sweatshirts with the school logo can be purchased from Hometown Threads in North Olmsted and online at hometownthreadscleveland.com
-Simple thobe (Islamic attire) on Fridays- UNIFORM REQUIRED UNDERNEATH
-No jeans, sweat pants, athletic pants, tight pants, hoodies, hats, shorts, or t-shirts (without collar) are allowed during school hours.
GIRLS UNIFORM SPECIFICATIONS
Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd grade – Girls
-Navy blue jumper or Navy blue short-sleeve tennis dress (must be long enough to pass the knees)
-Light blue polo or button down shirt under jumper (short or long sleeves)
-Navy blue pants only under jumper
-Navy blue leggings are optional (no tights)
-2 piece solid white Al-Amira style hijab only (no exceptions) *for salaah only*
-Navy blue sweater (button or zipper) for climate control or covering arms
-Sweaters and sweatshirts with the school logo can be purchased from Hometown Threads in North Olmsted and online at hometownthreadscleveland.com
-No long skirts, short skirts, or skorts are allowed
-No jeans, sweat pants, athletic pants, tight pants, hoodies, hats, or t-shirts (without collar) are allowed during school hours.
3rd and 4th grade – GIRLS
Navy blue jumper only (must be long enough to pass the knees)
-Light blue polo or button down shirt under jumper (long sleeve unless wearing a sweater)
-Navy blue pants only under jumper (no tights)
-2 piece solid white Al-Amira style hijab only (no exceptions) and required to wear all day - no loose scarves or designs on caps
-Navy blue sweater (button or zipper) for climate control or covering arms
-Sweaters and sweatshirts with the school logo can be purchased from Hometown Threads in North Olmsted and online at hometownthreadscleveland.com
-Hair must be pulled back or tied back under hijab
-No long skirts, short skirts, or skorts are allowed
-No jeans, sweat pants, athletic pants, tight pants, hoodies, hats, or t-shirts (without collar) are allowed during school hours.
5th Grade – GIRLS
*Abaya/jilbab needs to be put on before entering the school driveway/parking lot *
Plain navy blue abaya and/or jalbab
-Girls are required to wear dark pants (black or navy blue) under abaya/jalbab
-2 piece white Al-Amira style hijab only (no exceptions) and required to wear all day - no loose scarves or designs on caps
-Hair must be pulled back or tied back under hijab
-No sweat pants, capri’s or pajamas are allowed under abaya/jalbab.
-No hoodies, hats, shorts, skirts (short), or skorts are allowed during school hours.
-Navy blue sweater (button or zipper) for climate control or covering arms
-Sweaters and sweatshirts with the school logo can be purchased from Hometown Threads in North Olmsted and online at hometownthreadscleveland.com
-Jeans, yoga pants (black or navy blue), and leggings (black or navy blue) are acceptable under the abaya/jalbab only if the garment is long and one cannot see the jeans/yoga pants/leggings.
-If any girl chooses to wear an abaya/jalbab that has buttons, she must wear regular trousers/pants underneath (no jeans, yoga pants or leggings allowed).
-Gym Days: Gym uniforms must be worn under the abaya throughout the school day except during gym time.
Middle School (Grades 6th and up) - GIRLS
*Abaya/jilbab needs to be put on before entering the school driveway/parking lot *
- PLAIN NAVY BLUE ABAYA (purchased from east essence website)
-2 piece solid white (no designs) Al-Amira style hijab only (no exceptions) and required to wear all day – no loose scarves or designs on caps
-Tuesdays they may wear any hijab of their choice (must be appropriate)
-Navy blue sweater (button or zipper) for climate control or covering arms
-Sweaters and sweatshirts with the school logo can be purchased from Hometown Threads in North Olmsted and online at hometownthreadscleveland.com
-No sweat pants, capri’s or pajamas are allowed under abaya/jalbab.
-No hoodies, hats, shorts, skirts (short), or skorts are allowed during school hours.
Jeans, yoga pants (black or navy blue), and leggings (black or navy blue) are acceptable under the abaya/jalbab only if the garment is long and one cannot see the jeans/yoga pants/leggings.
-If any girl chooses to wear an abaya/jalbab that has buttons, she must wear regular trousers/pants underneath (no jeans, yoga pants or leggings allowed).
-Gym Days: Gym uniforms must be worn under the abaya throughout the school day except during gym time.(
High School (Freshmen - Seniors) - GIRLS
*UPDATED*
*Abaya/jilbab needs to be put on before entering the school driveway/parking lot *
PLAIN BLACK ABAYA ONLY (must be long and loose) - NO BELTS OR DESIGNS
Hijab color of their choice (must be appropriate and pinned) if not pinned properly will be required to wear a 2 piece
BLACK SWEATER (button or zipper) for climate control or covering arms
Sweaters and sweatshirts with the school logo can be purchased from Hometown Threads in North Olmsted and online at hometownthreadscleveland.com
No sweat pants, capri’s or pajamas are allowed under abaya/jilbab.
No hoodies, hats, shorts, skirts (short), or skorts are allowed during school hours.
Jeans, yoga pants (black or navy blue), and leggings (black or navy blue) are acceptable under the abaya/jilbab only if the garment is long and one cannot see the jeans/yoga pants/leggings.
If any girl chooses to wear an abaya/jilbab that has buttons, she must wear regular trousers/pants underneath (no jeans, yoga pants, or leggings allowed).
Gym Days: Gym uniforms must be worn under the abaya throughout the school day except during gym time.
High School (Freshmen - Seniors) - BOYS
*UPDATED*
- KHAKHI TROUSERS
- BLACK SHIRT OXFORD OR POLO STYLE ONLY
- BLACK sweater (button or zipper) for climate control or covering arms
- Sweaters and sweatshirts with the school logo can be purchased from Hometown Threads in North Olmsted and online at hometownthreadscleveland.com
- Simple Thobe (Islamic attire) on Fridays- UNIFORM REQUIRED UNDERNEATH
No jeans, sweat pants, athletic pants, tight pants, hoodies, hats, shorts, or t-shirts (without collar) are allowed during school hours.
AL IHSAN HIFZ PROGRAM
Abaya/jilbab needs to be put on before entering the school driveway/parking lot *
-Plain navy blue abaya and/or jilbab
-2 piece solid white (no designs) Al-Amira style hijab only (no exceptions) and required to wear all day – no loose scarves or designs on caps
-Navy blue sweater (button or zipper) for climate control or covering arms
-Sweaters and sweatshirts with the school logo can be purchased from Hometown Threads in North Olmsted and online at hometownthreadscleveland.com
-No sweat pants, capri’s or pajamas are allowed under abaya/jalbab.
-No hoodies, hats, shorts, skirts (short), or skorts are allowed during school hours.
Jeans, yoga pants (black or navy blue), and leggings (black or navy blue) are acceptable under the abaya/jalbab only if the garment is long and one cannot see the jeans/yoga pants/leggings.
-If any girl chooses to wear an abaya/jalbab that has buttons, she must wear regular trousers/pants underneath (no jeans, yoga pants or leggings allowed).
-Gym Days: Gym uniforms must be worn under the abaya throughout the school day except during gym time.
Gym Uniform - ALL STUDENTS
GYM UNIFORM - shirts and gym pants with the school logo are mandatory for all students to participate in gym. Gym uniforms can be purchased from Hometown Threads in North Olmsted and online at hometownthreadscleveland.com
Shoes- ALL STUDENTS
- Plain black tennis shoes, oxford shoes or loafers (ballet slippers are allowed for girls)
- No multi-colored pictures, glitter, stripes, gems, designs, light ups, etc.
- No sandals, open-toed, high-heeled shoes, and/or skates are prohibited for all ages.
HAIR- ALL STUDENTS
Hair must be pulled back or tied back (Girls)
Plain white Al-Amira Hijab (Girls - 3rd grade and up)
Boys are NOT allowed to have long hair (please keep hair at ear level and above neckline no longer than 1 inch long), fancy hairstyles or hair designs are unacceptable at Al Ihsan School.
No hair color
General Uniform Guidlines
Uniforms must be kept neat, clean, and free from stains, wrinkles, holes, and bad odor.
For safety reasons, please keep all pants and garments at ankle length.
Hats, bandannas, jewelry, watches & other clothing/accessories in addition to the uniform are prohibited by students in all grades.
Make-up, nail polish, unconventional hairstyles, highlights in hair, designs in hair (boys and girls), fancy hair pins, perfume (females), and excessive cologne (males) are prohibited for all ages.
Alteration of uniform specifications for PE is at the discretion of the PE teacher and the administration.
Compliance with the uniform policy is judged by the administration of the school and/or teacher.
Non-compliance with the school uniform will be subject to disciplinary action as outlined in the school discipline policy.
Students not wearing the right uniform will be sent to the office with a call home and may be sent back home.
Reminder: Parents are requested to write the student’s name on every uniform garment. Al Ihsan School is not responsible for any lost or stolen uniform items. Uniforms with illegible names or no name will be disposed of at the school’s discretion.
Requirements for Physical Education/Outdoor Recess for All Grades
- Children will be required to participate in weekly physical education activities.
- Students must wear gym shoes on the days there is gym class.
- All students will be given extra time to change into and out of appropriate gym attire if needed.
- During the early spring and late autumn, all children should have a lightweight jacket or sweatshirt to use when physical education classes are held outdoors.
- A written excuse from parents is required if a child is unable to take physical education on a particular day. Recess activities will be limited.
- A doctor’s note is required for a prolonged absence from Physical Education.
Cold Weather Days
In cold weather, if children wear heavy boots to school, they should be prepared to change into normal uniform shoes. Clothing should be clearly labeled with the child’s name. Boots and winter clothing should be loose enough to allow the child to dress him/herself. Students can bring a navy blue sweater to class.
