Updated August 2025
At Carver Middle School, our mission is to foster academically prepared students who achieve at high levels both in school and beyond. To support a focused and professional learning environment, Carver Middle School has adopted a mandatory uniform and dress code for all students.
Why a Uniform Policy?
- Maintains a focus on academics, not fashion
- Reduces visible differences in student backgrounds
- Minimizes peer pressure to wear brand-name clothing
- Promotes a uniform appearance that fosters a sense of belonging and community.
Uniform Expectations
- A "uniform look" is required for all students. Please see the guidelines below for specific uniform components.
- On designated non-uniform days, students may dress in a manner that is casual yet appropriate for a learning environment as outlined in TPS Board Policy 2601/2601-R.
- Mandatory Uniform Accessory – Lanyard & ID (See “New this Year”) (Different color for each grade level)
- 8th Grade - Purple Lanyard
- 7th Grade - Green Lanyard
- 6th Grade - Cobalt Blue Lanyard
Policy Enforcement
- The uniform policy will be enforced at all times.
- TPS Board Policy 2601 and 2601-R provide the minimum requirements; Carver may specify additional expectations as needed.
- We recognize that fashion and grooming trends change. Carver reserves the right to update guidelines as necessary to maintain a professional atmosphere.
Questions?
If you have questions about appropriate dress or need clarification, please contact the Carver Middle School main office before purchasing uniforms or clothing.
Tops (Purple, Black, Gray, or White)
Polo Shirts:
- Colors: Purple, Black, Gray, or White - solid colors only
- Long or short sleeve with the Carver logo or plain only
- Students are not required to have a Carver logo on their polo. However, if the shirt has a logo, it must be the Carver logo only—no other logos are permitted.
Oxford Shirts (button-up shirts):
- Colors: Purple, Black, Gray, or White
- Long or short-sleeved
Jacket, Blazer, & Vest (zip-up front or pullover):
- Colors: Purple, Black, Gray, or White
- Style: Carver Fleece, Carver Zip-up Front, or Carver Pullover (no hooded sweatshirt)
Crewneck Sweatshirt:
- Color: Purple, Black, Gray, or White
- Crewneck sweatshirts must be either solid color with no logos or feature the Carver logo only; no other logos or designs are permitted.
Hoodies
- Carver PTSA hoodie (Fridays Only)
- Hoods must be kept down at all times inside the building
Undershirts must be solid black, purple, gray, or white. Students may layer tops for warmth, but only these solid colors are permitted for undershirts.
Carver PTSA spirit shirts and Carver club-sponsored shirts may be worn on Fridays only, except for student-athletes, who may wear their game day attire on game days.
Bottoms
Standard Uniform: Khaki or black Pants (no jeans/ or jean material), and Shorts:
- Colors: Any shade of khaki or black
- Uniform bottoms should fit the student properly (modest length, not form-fitting, or too loose.
- No athletic shorts.
Skirts & Skorts
- Colors: Khaki, Black, Carver Plaid
- No tennis skirts
Socks
Must be school colors: Black, White, Purple, Gray
Uniform bottoms should fit the student properly (no form-fitting or too loose bottoms will be accepted).
Important Requirements
The following will be considered a uniform infraction unless the administration has notified students/parents of a special event that will require modification to the traditional policy (Spirit Week, etc).
Items not acceptable as part of the Carver School Uniform:
- Fish-net leggings or hosiery
- Fringed hems, cut-offs, holes, rips, tears, or graphics on clothing
- Cut-off shorts, cut-off jean shorts
- No tennis or golf skirts (Click on this link for a detailed description of tennis skirts & other bottoms).
- NO Sweatpants, athletic joggers, athletic shorts, pajamas, yoga pants, leggings, jeggings, or stretch pants
- Visible brand name clothing labels and logos
- Flip flops, open-toe sandals, Crocs, or slides
- Hats, beanies, bandanas, stocking caps, scarves, or any other head covering, even if they are school colors
"Friday" (Relax Day) Guidelines
Carver students are granted a "Relax Day each Friday." Below are the standard guidelines for these days:
Tops:
- Students are required to wear the approved Carver polo uniform shirt Monday through Thursday. On Fridays, students may wear Carver spirit shirts or club-sponsored shirts (e.g., Football, NJHS, Cross Country). On athletic game days, student-athletes (including cheer, pom, etc.) may wear their game-day shirts or jerseys with khaki/black bottoms, regardless of the day of the week.
Jeans:
- Must be blue or black denim jeans (not red, green, yellow, hot pink, etc.)
- Jeans must be in good repair—free of rips, holes, frays, tears, no wording/ or graphics.
- Blue or Black denim shorts are acceptable—they must be of appropriate length and proper fit
Sweatpants:
- Sweatpants are not permitted, regardless of brand or logo.
Uniform Passes:
Students can earn free passes for clothing based on the following incentives:
- Jeans Pass: Allow jeans and a uniform or Carver shirt (no rips)
- Hat Pass: Enables a student to wear an appropriate hat
- Free Dress Pass: Allow most types of clothing styles, including sweats, joggers, and an appropriate free-choice shirt in alignment with TPS Board Policy 2601 and 2601-R
- Uniform Closet: Carver has a small uniform closet with gently used uniforms. If you have outgrown uniform items to donate, have your student drop them off in the main office. Or if you need uniform assistance, please contact the main office at 918-925-1420.
To support a safe, organized, and efficient learning environment, we are introducing several new items for all students:
- Clear (see-through) backpacks/mesh backpacks:
- Strongly recommended for all students to streamline security checks and help keep our campus safe
- Trapper Keeper/Book bag (Strongly recommended):
- Helps students navigate between classes with ease and stay organized
- Colors: Purple, Gray, or Black
- Mandatory Uniform Accessory – Lanyard & ID (the school will provide the First Lanyard/ID Holder free of charge):
- The first lanyard and holder are provided free of charge.
- If lost or misplaced, a replacement is $5 (Lanyard/Holder) at the bookstore.
- Each student will receive a grade-level colored lanyard and ID holder.
- Students must wear their grade-level lanyard and ID around their necks at all times.
