Gompers Charter Middle School

Uniform Policy

GCMS is a college preparatory school with high standards for dress, behavior, and academics. Therefore, all students at GCMS will wear uniforms. Uniforms may be purchased at Royal Blazers (toll free 888-477-8220, Royal Blazers or 1223 Harding Avenue, National City). Types and styles of acceptable garments are clearly described and shown in the Royal Blazers- GCMS Uniforms Brochure, the Royal Blazers website or at their retail location. Types, styles or articles of clothing not listed in the brochure are not permitted. Items purchased for wear below the waist through any other company or store must match the Royal Blazers uniform items exactly, including the material. All students are required to be in uniform at all school-sponsored activities, including field trips.

Purpose of Uniforms: Safety and Unity – Research has shown that students who dress alike also enjoy an increased sense of unity. The same evidence shows that uniforms will increase student safety, reduce violence, and make it much easier to identify persons who do not belong on campus. Students will dress appropriately for school and avoid styles of clothing that could be misinterpreted as gang-related, distracting, or immodest.

Scholarships/Assistance – Minimal assistance will be available for students and families in need through Family Services Center (FSC).

NO ITEMS OF CLOTHING WITH VISIBLE LOGOS, WRITING, OR BRAND NAMES WILL BE ALLOWED. The only exceptions are shoes and GCMS uniforms with GCMS logos or lettering.

Appearance - The students’ uniform must fit properly, not exceeding one size beyond the correct size and may not be modified in any way. This includes baggy or sagging pants and oversized shirts. Clothes may not have a ripped or torn appearance.

Below the waist – Students can wear slacks, shorts, skorts, skirts (tan or GCMS plaid), or Capri pants in solid khaki (tan). No stripes or plaid designs are allowed. * See skirt exception below

Long Pants: must fit the waist, being no larger than the student’s waist size with no sagging. Pants must not be altered sloppily or in a distracting fashion.
Shorts/Skorts: Must be worn from the waist to the knee. The shorts/skorts must not be form fitting. They must fit at the waist and again, no sagging.
Skirts: May be worn provided that the length of the skirt or any slit is to the knee. *An approved plaid skirt is available from Royal Blazers.

Above the waist – Students will wear a white collared short or long sleeve shirt with a navy blue or plaid tie every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Students can choose on Friday whether to wear a white, green, or navy polo shirt containing the GCMS embroidered logo or their oxford with or without the tie. Undershirts or turtlenecks must be plain white (no emblems or graphics). Undershirts CANNOT be red, blue, black or green. All shirts must be completely and properly tucked in at all times.

Winter Wear –Although San Diego has mild winters, parents should plan ahead by purchasing the appropriate GCMS winter wear for their student(s). Jackets / sweatshirts / sweaters / wind shirts must be solid navy with the GCMS embroidered logo or a neatly applied GCMS logo patch and cannot have a hood. A uniform shirt must be worn underneath any outer garments. All outerwear must be part of the GCMS “optional” menu items.

Shoes/Socks/Belts/Accessories

Shoes: Shoes must be dress shoes or tennis shoes and have closed toes and heels. They may be of any name brand as long as they are solid black, including the shoelaces. No slippers, boots, or high heels will be allowed.
Socks: Socks must be solid black or white. Girls may also wear navy blue or white knee high socks.
Belts: All belts must be navy, black, white or brown. They must match the waist size and have a simple buckle only. Buckles with initials are not allowed. Belts may not be of excessive lengths nor hang down.
Underwear: Undergarments may not be visible for any reason, including appearance through thin or transparent clothing. Undershirts or turtlenecks must be plain white (no emblems or graphics).

Jewelry/Hair Accessories

Jewelry: all jewelry worn at GCMS must be gold or silver in appearance. Accessories that prove to be a distraction will be handled on an individual basis.
Hair Accessories: Hair accessories or ties may be worn as long as they are navy, white, black, or khaki. Bandanas, scarves or rags are not allowed. If headwear for religious or medical reasons is required, contact your child’s TEAM teacher.
Hats: No hats of any kind may be worn on campus, including skullcaps.
Glasses: Non-prescription glasses or non-prescription sunglasses are not allowed.
Gloves: No batting gloves will be allowed.