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) 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: 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.