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YECA Uniform Expectations

 

Uniforms play a crucial role in maintaining a professional appearance and promoting a sense of unity and pride within York Early College Academy.  As an early college school, we are preparing scholars for the collegiate academic setting, internships, community service and post-secondary experiences such as job interviews.  As we strive to maintain a focused learning environment, it is essential that all students adhere to our uniform policy. We appreciate your cooperation in maintaining these standards.


  • This dress code is to help students present themselves in a manner that is respectful of the campus environment and conducive to academic success. 

  • Our uniform policy will be enforced and follow up will be made with scholars and their families when necessary.  

  • During presentations and formal events, scholars are advised to wear business attire that aligns with their personal style. 


YECA Campus (Grades 6-10)

* Refers to all scholars following the Middle School & High School sequence and taking classes at the Richard Grossley I.S. 8 Campus.

  • Grades 6-10 and
  • Students in grades 11 and 12  who do not meet the academic requirements to participate in the college program. 

College Campus (Grades 11-12)

* Refers to all scholars participating in the dual enrollment program on the York College Campus, (typically Grades 11-12).

ALL scholars on the YECA campus are required to wear the appropriate attire, as outlined below.


YECA Uniform Tops: Please purchase uniform shirts at https://flynnohara.com/

  • Blue Uniform Polo and/or
  • Gray Uniform T-Shirt and/or
  • Blue T-shirt with school logo and/or
  • Sweater with school logo and/or
  • Fleece with school logo

Your choice of bottoms. 

Bottoms can be bought from any store, and must be appropriate for the educational setting. We recommend jeans, skirts no shorter than your knees, loose fitting pants, and minimal to no rips.


Gym - Gray YECA P.E Shirt, pants appropriate for physical education such as sweatpants or mesh shorts, and sneakers.

ALL scholars on the college campus are required to wear the appropriate attire, as outlined below. 


Professionalism: Clothing should be appropriate for a learning environment. Avoid revealing, distracting, or inappropriate attire for an academic setting. (This includes distracting images, words, or logos. Any language or graphics that are vulgar, discriminatory, or promote illegal activities are prohibited)


Your choice of tops. 

  • Shirts, blouses, and tops should cover the torso, including the midriff, chest, and shoulders.
  • No low-cut tops, halter tops, crop tops, or tank tops are allowed.
  • Sleeveless tops are acceptable as long as they cover the shoulders and are not revealing.

Your choice of bottoms. 

  • Bottoms can be bought from any store, and must be appropriate for the educational setting. We recommend jeans, skirts no shorter than your knees, loose fitting pants, and minimal to no rips.

Outerwear:

  • Jackets, coats, and hoodies are permitted, but hoods should not be worn indoors.
  • Oversized outerwear that obscures the body or face is not allowed.