Rivermount College prides itself on the behaviour and presentation of all students. A uniform worn correctly and with dignity embodies the spirit and values of our College community.
A high standard of personal presentation is expected of all Rivermount College students. On campus, and in the wider community, our students are representatives of our College and must be appropriately attired and groomed when wearing the uniform.
The Uniform and Personal Appearance policy enhances the safety of students, eliminates social distinctions and reduces distractions.
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Students are required to wear the correct College uniform on all school occasions and while travelling to and from the campus. All items of the uniform must be clean, current style, in good condition and correctly fitted. Items that are worn, faded and damaged must be replaced immediately.
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Our policy clearly details the expectations and standards of students with respect to presentation and attire. Students that do not comply with the requirements will be given an appropriate consequence, and may be requested to remove, replace, repair or adjust uniform items and correct their personal appearance. Repeated infringements may result in confiscation of an item, the issuing of a detention and the request for a Parent/Guardian meeting.
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The College uniform must be worn in its entirety as defined in this policy. The Formal and Sports Uniform must not be worn in combination. Students must ensure that the correct hat, socks and shoes are worn with the appropriate uniform.
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If a student is unable to wear an item, or items of uniform due to health or injury, permission from the College Principal must be obtained in writing. Where a religion mandates the wearing of certain clothing, or a symbol of religious significance is requested to be worn, the College Principal will consider the request and provide permission based on individual circumstances.
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Students must be appropriately presented, on campus and when travelling to and from the College. This applies to all expectations relating to hair, makeup, jewellery, accessories and personal grooming.
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When a student is unable to attend school dressed correctly, a Uniform Pass should be obtained from the relevant Head of School and must be kept on the student for the duration of the approved period and produced at request from a staff member.
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GROOMING AND PRESENTATION REQUIREMENTS
The expectations for grooming include personal presentation, hair, makeup and jewellery and are the same for each day regardless of the uniform worn and the activity that the student engages in. These expectations apply to free dress days, excursions and camps.
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Hair
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All students must present with clean, neat, tidy and appropriately styled hair. Styles must not be radical, exaggerated or extreme. Hair must be of a natural colour with no extreme colours or dyes permitted. A small amount of styling product is permitted to control hair. Hairstyles and cuts must be conservative and at no time interfere with the correct wearing of the College Hat. Hair ties are limited to the College colours of blue, green, yellow and white only. Hair pins and elastic bands are to be a natural colour. Hair elastics are not to worn on the wrist. Claw clips and oversized accessories such as JoJo bows are not permitted. Unconventional hairstyles including, but not limited to, shaving of the head, mullets, rat’s and horsey tails, flat tops, mohawks, undercuts, steps, razored and extreme variations in length are not permitted. Hair must always be kept off the face and away from the eyes and must be neatly and securely tied up when the length reaches the collar of the shirt. Long fringes must be tied back, and strands of loose hair are not permitted around the face.
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Cosmetics and Make-Up
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Students are not permitted to wear makeup and nail polish. This includes eyeliner, mascara, heavy foundation, tanning products, lipstick, blush, eyeshadow and bronzer. Nails must be kept short, clean and free of polish. If students are wearing foundation this should be kept natural, minimal and the preference is for a light BB cream that blends with the skin tone. Foundation/BB Cream is not permitted for students in the Primary School.
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Jewellery
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The College expectation is that no jewellery, other than a plain watch, medical alert tag, and one set of small, plain, gold or silver studs (no stones, pearls, colours or embellishments) to be worn in the bottom ear lobe only. Necklaces, bracelets, earrings (other than a simple stud), anklets, rings or any other kind of jewellery is not permitted to be worn due to safety reasons. Any request to wear a religious or cultural necklace, such as a cross, must be approved by the College Principal and if approved it must not be visible.
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Body Piercing and Tattoos
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No body, face or tongue piercings are permitted. Tattoos of any kind, permanent or temporary are not permitted. Any piercings must be removed and attempts to cover or disguise piercings will not be accepted. Writing or drawing on any part of the body is not permitted.
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