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Uniforms

Dress Code

NECP students wear a school uniform to create a consistent, school-ready environment with clear expectations for students and families.

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Uniform Basics

Students are expected to be in uniform each school day unless otherwise communicated by the school. NECP provides each student with one uniform polo shirt. Additional NECP uniform shirts may be purchased through the school. Families may also purchase approved uniform items from other retailers.

Approved Clothing

  • Grades K–6

    • Plain navy polo shirt or NECP navy polo shirt.

    Grades 7–8

    • Plain navy polo shirt or NECP polo shirt in navy, light blue, or orange.
    • Light blue and orange NECP polos must be purchased from NECP for $15.

  • A plain navy crewneck sweatshirt or sweater (without a hood and without writing) can be worn over the student’s polo. No hoods, patterns, or logos are allowed (other than an NECP-logo item).

  • Solid navy, khaki, gray, or black pants, skirts, shorts, dresses, or jumpers. No holes, rips, logos, patterns, or blue jeans.

  • Clothing worn under uniform shirts and bottoms must be solid navy, white, gray, or black. No logos, patterns, hoods, or jeans.

  • Must be plain black, gray, navy, or khaki (sequins and gemstones are okay). A polo shirt must still be worn.

  • Can be any color or pattern.

  • Athletic sneakers should be worn every day. If students do not wear sneakers, they will need to change into gym shoes for their physical education class.

What happens if a student is not in uniform?

Students who arrive at school out of uniform will be expected to correct the issue. When possible, the school may provide a uniform item for the student to borrow. Families may be contacted when a student needs additional uniform clothing or when uniform concerns continue.

Repeated or significant uniform violations will be addressed according to NECP's student behavior expectations.

Winter Clothing

Students go outside throughout the winter and should come to school prepared for the weather.

Students should bring:

  • Winter coat
  • Hat
  • Mittens or gloves
  • Winter boots
  • Indoor shoes

Also recommended:

  • Snow pants
  • Scarf

Students without snow pants and winter clothing may have limited outdoor recess choices.

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Need Help With Uniforms?

If your family needs assistance obtaining required uniform items or winter clothing, please contact the school office at 612-248-8240. We want to make sure every student has what they need for school.