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School Rules

At Arroyo Vista Charter School, our school rules are Be Safe, Be Respectful, Be Responsible, and Be Kind. These expectations help us create a positive and supportive environment where all students can thrive. Whether in the classroom, on the playground, or during school events, we encourage our students to make thoughtful choices, treat others with kindness, and take ownership of their actions. By following these four rules, our team works together to build a community where everyone feels valued, respected, protected, and empowered to do their best every day.

Dress Code

School-Wide Dress Code TK-8th Grade

The following dress code policy is strictly adhered to at AVCS:  

  • Tops: Shirts must cover the midriff/torso. Acceptable tops include polo shirts, dress shirts, tee shirts, and collared shirts. 
  • Bottoms: Long pants, shorts or skirts with shorts underneath fitted at the waist so as not to sag. Shorts/skirts should be comfortably fit for school and long enough to cover all private areas. 
  • Hats: Hats, as with other clothing, must not have any offensive language or gang-related symbols. 
  • Shoes: For safety reasons, appropriate shoes must be worn at all times. Shoes must be closed-toed and have heel straps. No heels or platforms higher than two inches, or sandals may be worn. Shoes with wheels or made for stunts are not permitted. Students should wear appropriate shoes for daily physical education.

Clothing that is not allowed:

  • Apparel with logos, pictures, writing or other insignia, which is gang-related, crude, vulgar, profane and/or sexually explicit, advertises or advocates racial, ethnic or religious prejudice, or the use of drugs, tobacco, alcohol or weapons is prohibited.
  • See-through fabrics, halter tops, off the shoulder, tube top, or low-cut shirts, and bare midriffs are not acceptable.
  • No exposed undergarments or private areas.
  • No sunglasses in class unless prescribed.
  • Large dangling/hoop earrings larger than a quarter, chains, and keys worn visibly around the neck are unsafe and are not permitted during physical education at school for safety reasons.