This document contains the P.S. 246 School Uniform Policy Letter for the 2024–2025 academic year, provided in both English and Spanish. The letter outlines the school’s commitment to fostering a safe, supportive, and academically rigorous environment and describes the role of mandatory school uniforms in achieving these goals. It presents seven formally stated benefits of school uniforms, including reducing classroom distractions, strengthening school community and spirit, minimizing bullying related to clothing and socioeconomic differences, enhancing student safety, streamlining morning routines, lowering overall clothing costs for families, and promoting appropriate forms of student self-expression.
The policy specifies the required uniform attire: navy blue pants and light blue shirts for boys, and navy blue pants, skirts, or dresses with light blue blouses for girls. It emphasizes that compliance with the uniform policy is mandatory for all students beginning in September 2024. The document additionally informs families that uniform tops featuring the school logo may be purchased through the PTA starting in late August and includes a reminder of the school’s opening date and time.
The letter concludes with the principal’s formal signature and includes the school’s full address, telephone number, fax number, and administrative leadership roster.