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Dress Code


Pueblo Academy of Arts believes that coming to school each day “Dressed for Success” supports the vision of College and Career Ready Students. The PAA dress code addresses the need for success, safety, and modesty, which helps to support a World-Class Learning Environment. 

ALL students are required to wear the uniform while on campus or on District transportation. 


Allowed

  • Bottoms (D60 Pants allowed- No Sweatpants, Leggings, Pajama Pants, or Large rips above needs allowed)
  • Belts: Entire belt MUST be through loops.
  • Shorts/Skirts must be knee-length or longer. Tights may be worn under skirts
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TOPS

  • MUST be PAA polo, PAA Crewneck Sweaters, PAA Athletic Shirts, or PAA shirts with PAA logo
  • (PAA Shirts/Sweaters available at Embroidery Plus - 501 West St. Pueblo, CO 81003)
  • Undershirts may be worn but must be ONLY a single color: black, white, gray, purple. No logos or print on undershirts.
  • School-sanctioned jackets (including Letterman Jacket) are allowed.

 

OTHER

  • Shoes with laces MUST be tied. 
  • No Flip-Flops, slippers, athletic slide sandals, Croc sandals

 

Not Allowed

  • No Hanging Belts, bandana belts, or hanging chains.
  • Bottoms MUST be free from decals, holes/tears, or any decorations.
  • No sagging pants/shorts - below the waistline

 

TOPS

  • May NOT have any logo other than the PAA logo.
  • MUST not be excessively LARGE or SMALL.
  • May NOT be tied or otherwise altered. 
  • No hoodies or jackets can be worn in the classroom. No hooded shirts under PAA polo shirts. 

 

OTHER

  • No spikes (earrings) or jewelry on the outside of clothing that might be a safety issue, especially hanging necklaces. 
  • No Headbands (Sweatbands), bandanas, sunglasses, or hats worn in the school building.
  • No excessive face makeup or drawings on the face or other parts of the body.


The following list of vendors will be supplying approved clothing:

Embroidery Plus
501 West Street 
Pueblo, CO 81003
719-542-0234                                            

PAA Administration has the final say to determine whether a student is violating the dress code.

**It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian and student to read the district’s dress code policy (See SC&DC File: JICA) and to know what it is.