Dress Code – Al Andalus Institute of Pittsburgh

At Al Andalus Institute of Pittsburgh, we prioritize comfort and appropriateness in our dress code for Pre-K and Kindergarten students to support their active learning environment. Here’s a detailed guide to our dress code:

General Guidelines

Comfort: Ensure your child’s clothing is comfortable and allows for unrestricted movement. This helps them fully engage in play and learning activities throughout the day.
Modesty: Clothing should be modest, reflecting our values while being suitable for an educational setting.
Weather Appropriate: Dress your child in weather-appropriate clothing to ensure they are comfortable both indoors and outdoors.

Uniform Requirements

Tops:
Colors: Any color is acceptable.
Style: Tops can be long-sleeved or short-sleeved, depending on the weather and your child’s preference.
Fit: Tops should be loose and comfortable to allow freedom of movement.
Bottoms:
Colors: Any color is acceptable.
Options: Choose from comfortable pants, skirts with leggings, or other suitable options. Ensure that skirts are paired with leggings or tights for modesty and practicality.
Footwear:
Style: Closed-toe shoes are required for safety reasons. This helps prevent injuries during active play and ensures stability.
Comfort: Shoes should be comfortable and easy for children to put on and take off independently.
Outerwear:
Style: Weather-appropriate clothing is required. This includes jackets, coats, and rain gear as needed for various weather conditions.
Indoor Sweaters: Indoor sweaters can be any color and should be comfortable and appropriate for indoor wear.

Prohibited Items

Graphics: Clothing with inappropriate images, slogans, or language is not allowed. This ensures a respectful and focused learning environment.
Accessories: Accessories are not allowed to prevent disruptions during activities and maintain safety.

Additional Notes

Labeling: Please label all clothing with your child’s name to prevent mix-ups.
Practicality: Avoid clothing that requires special care or is difficult to manage independently. This helps children focus on their activities rather than adjusting their clothing.

At Al Andalus Institute of Pittsburgh, we believe that a dress code fosters a sense of community, minimizes distractions, and promotes a focused learning environment. All students are required to adhere to the following uniform guidelines:

General Guidelines

Neatness and Cleanliness: All uniforms should be clean, neat, and in good repair.
Hair: Hair should be clean, neatly styled, and of a natural color. Long hair should be tied back.
Footwear: Closed-toe shoes with socks are mandatory. No sandals, flip-flops, or heels.
Accessories: No accessories or jewelry are permitted.
Modesty: Uniforms should be loose and covering.

Boys’ Uniform

Tops: Yellow or dark green (spruce or hunter) polo shirts, long or short sleeves.
Bottoms: Black or khaki trousers. No jeans or cargo pants.
Sweaters: Black or white sweaters are permitted.
Headwear: Optional plain white or black kufi
Footwear: Closed-toe shoes with socks are mandatory. No sandals, flip-flops, or heels.

Girls’ Uniform

Tops: Yellow or dark green (spruce or hunter) polo shirts, long or short sleeves.
Bottoms: Black or khaki skirts (knee-length or longer), jumpers, or trousers. Leggings are not permitted unless worn under a skirt (White or Black).
Tights: White or black tights or leggings are required under skirts.
Sweaters: Black or white sweaters are permitted.
Hijab: Not required (Optional) plain white or yellow hijab.
Footwear: Closed-toe shoes with socks are mandatory. No sandals, flip-flops, or heels.

Headwear

Kufi or Hijab: Optional for boys and girls.

Physical Education (PE) Uniform

Tops and Bottoms: Same as regular uniform.
Footwear: Athletic shoes with non-marking soles.

Friday Attire

Islamic Attire: Students are encouraged to dress up in Islamic attire on Fridays.

Non-Compliance Consequences

First Offense: Verbal warning and notification to parents.
Second Offense: Written warning and meeting with parents.
Third Offense: Suspension from school until the uniform issue is resolved.

Special Considerations

If a student has a medical or religious reason for not complying with any aspect of the uniform policy, parents should notify the school administration in writing to discuss accommodations.

Dress Down Days: Occasionally, the school may have “Dress Down Days” where students can wear casual clothing. Even on these days, attire must be modest, neat, and appropriate for the school environment.

At Al Andalus Institute of Pittsburgh, our dress code for the homeschooling co-op program ensures that students are dressed comfortably, modestly, and appropriately for all activities. All students are required to adhere to the following guidelines:

General Guidelines

Comfort: Clothing should be suitable for various activities, including academic work and physical play.
Modesty: Outfits should be modest and appropriate for an educational setting.
Weather Appropriate: Ensure clothing is suitable for both indoor and outdoor conditions.

Dress Code for Girls

Tops: Long-sleeved tops required. Any color is acceptable. Tops should be loose, comfortable, and long enough to Tops to reach below the hips. Encouraged: Abaya or maxi dress.
Bottoms: Pants or knee-length skirts with leggings or tights. Any color is acceptable. Skirts must be knee-length or longer.
Footwear: Closed-toe shoes required for safety.
Outerwear: Weather-appropriate clothing, including jackets and indoor sweaters in any color.
Head Cover: Hijab is Mandatory. Any color is acceptable

Dress Code for Boys

Tops: Long-sleeved or short-sleeved tops allowed, depending on the weather. Any color is acceptable. Tops should be loose and comfortable.
Bottoms: Pants or knee-length or longer shorts. Shorts are allowed in September, May, and June. Any color is acceptable.
Footwear: Closed-toe shoes required for safety.
Outerwear: Weather-appropriate clothing, including jackets and indoor sweaters in any color.
Head Cover: Kufi head coverings are encouraged.

Prohibited Items

Inappropriate Imagery: No clothing with inappropriate images, slogans, or language.
Cuts or Openings: Clothing with cuts or openings is not allowed.
Jeans: No jeans permitted.