At the discretion of the administration, “Casual Dress” (during which the HTLA uniform will be relaxed) may be given. There is no presumption of “Casual Friday” or relaxation of the dress code on any other day unless the students are notified by the administration by email and/or website.
Casual Friday is generally, but not solely dependent on whether or not the school campus is clean all week and students have been in compliance with the school uniform all week. Students will be notified of “Casual Friday” via the HTLA website and/or via email.
The following items are prohibited during Casual Friday (or at any other time on campus):
- Clothing, jewelry, accessories, or hairstyles which are, or include, a picture, writing, or insignia
which is: (1) gang related; (2) presents a safety hazard to the wearer or others; (3) advertises
or symbolizes any type of alcohol, drugs, tobacco, or gambling; (4) includes weapons or acts
which are illegal, violent, obscene, or hazardous to one's health; (5) sexually suggestive, crude,
vulgar, profane; discriminatory, obscene, contain threats, libelous; or (6) offensive or degrading
to students or staff on the basis of gender, cultural, religious or ethnic values.
● Tops that are sheer or expose undergarments. No shirts may be worn that expose bare midriff.
● Hats, hoods, or bandannas inside the building, except for religious headwear.
● Open-toed shoes (including flip flops or sandals)
● Any clothing that in the determination of the teachers or administration causes a distraction to
the education of others.