Uniform Information

School administrators will determine if a student’s appearance is appropriate for school and in compliance with the school uniform policy.

Uniform Vendor: Risse Brothers is the preferred vendor of R. W. Blake Academy school uniforms.

The Blake Academy uniform is worn as a symbol of school pride and unity and is required every day.

It reduces distractions during the school day and keeps the students focused on academics.

Uniforms are required every day.

BACKPACKS will ONLY be allowed for grades Kindergarten, 1st 2nd and 3rd.

In order to retain and enhance the integrity of the dress code, the following expectations have been established:

SUPPLY LIST

Find out what supplies you will need for the school year. Please contact the front office if you have any questions or comments concerning the supply list.

SUPPLY LIST

SCHOOL SAFETY

The safety and well-being of our students and staff is a top priority at Blake Academy. We have procedures in place in case of evacuation, severe weather, and a breach of campus security. These procedures are taught at the beginning of each school year in every class and reviewed and practiced monthly throughout the school year. Each person on the school campus will have identification visible.

DRESS CODE

Please contact our school directly for our school-specific dress code information and requirements.

Dress Code

Dress Code

The Blake Academy uniform is worn as a symbol of school pride and unity and is required every day.  

It reduces distractions during the school day and keeps the students focused on academics. 

Uniforms are required every day. 

Uniform Vendors: Risse Brothers is the vendor of R. W. Blake Academy school uniforms.

Dress Uniforms Monday

• Red Polo or white Peter Pan color shirt and a plaid jumper with gym shorts underneath
• Blake Oxford cloth shirt with red logo and khaki uniform pants or shorts
• Grades 4-5
  • May choose to wear K-3 attire or a Red Blake Polo with plaid skirt or skort with gym shorts underneath
  • Blake Oxford cloth shirt with red logo and khaki uniform pants or shorts
• Grades 6-8
  • Plaid skirt or skort with Black Blake Polo
  • Blake Oxford cloth shirt with black logo and khaki uniform pants or shorts

Tuesday through Friday Uniforms

All Students:

• Students may choose to wear their dress uniform as described above.
• Belts (black, brown, or red) must be work with shorts or pants.
• Shirts must be tucked in.
• Short/skirt length must meet the tips of the student’s fingers when arms are extended.
• Students will follow the regular dress code outlined in the Polk County Code of Conduct for a “No Uniform Pass.”
• Socks must be solid color:
  • white, grey, or red.
  • Socks cannot have visible logos.
  • Ankle or calf length socks must be plain white, black, or grey.
  • Socks that go to the knees are unacceptable.
• Hosiery/tights may only be plain white, black, or grey and must be closed toed.
• Capri pants, leggings/jeggings and double layered scooter skirts are not allowed.
• Cargo shorts or cargo pants are not allowed .
• Spirit Shirts: Spirit shirts must be purchased from Blake Academy and may only be worn on Fridays.
• Club Shirts: Club shirts may only be worn on Fridays.
• White short-sleeve undershirts are the only permissible undershirts.

Grades K-5

• Plaid jumpers, skirts, or khaki skirts, skorts or pants with red Blake branded polo shirt

Grades 6-8

• Plaid skirts, or khaki shorts, skirts, skorts, or pants with black Blake branded polo shirt

• Neatness & Cleanliness: Uniforms should be clean and in good condition with shirts tucked in at all times. Students should come to school with clean bodies.  

   
• Bottoms: Shorts/skort/skirt length must meet the tips of the student’s fingers when arms are extended and must be made of cotton twill fabric.  Cotton knit bottoms are not acceptable.  Bottoms must be the appropriate size and worn at the waist.  Skorts and skirts may not be rolled at the waist.  It is suggested that students wear athletic shorts under their jumpers and skirts.  These shorts must not be visible. 
• Shoes: Shoes may be purchased at the store of your choice.  Students must wear tennis shoes or rubber-soled shoes with the uniform.  Shoes must be tied/fastened tight at all times.

• All shoes must be CLOSED TOE and CLOSED HEEL.
• No high heels, toe shoes, lighted, skate shoes (“wheelies”), platform, or boots are permitted.
• Shoes must be conservative and matching.

• Cool days & Cold Weather Conditions: If the news reports that it is a very cold morning (below 50 degrees), students may wear a non-uniform jacket on top of their uniform.  Once school begins, all non-uniform jackets must be left inside the student’s backpack or classroom.  Additionally, students may choose to wear a plain, solid white or black colored turtleneck or a plain, solid white or a black colored long sleeve shirt to wear as an undershirt for added warmth.  Jeans are not allowed.  Students may wear long khaki uniform pants for warmth.
• Jackets: The vendor for all jackets is Risse Brothers.  All outer garments must have an embroidered school logo and are the only acceptable outer garments.  Hoodies, sweatshirts, and sweaters of any kind are unacceptable. 
• Field Trip Attire:  The school and teachers will provide information specific to each field trip and the attire appropriate for the specific event or activity scheduled.  Students are expected to follow the dress code expectations and be an attentive, responsible, and respectful representative of Blake.                                                                                                                                                  
• Special Dress Days: 
• Earrings/Jewelry: Expensive and/or excessive jewelry such as necklaces, rings, and bracelets are not recommended due to distractibility, safety, and the chance of loss.  Earrings must be smaller than a dime. No other piercings are permitted.  Necklaces with pendants larger than a quarter are not allowed.    
• Hair: All students should have clean and well-groomed hair each day. 
• K-5 Make-up/Nails: Make-up, nail polish, and body glitter are not permitted in grades K-5.  Tattoos, artificial nails, and other distracting body art are not permitted. 
• 6-8 Make-up/Nails: Middle school students who choose to wear make-up, nail polish or artificial nails must keep their personal appearance conservative and must not distract from the learning environment. 
• Backpacks (K-3 only): For safety purposes, backpacks on wheels are not allowed. 
• Dress code infractions: All students are expected to fully comply daily with the required uniform dress code, as agreed upon by parent/guardian signature of the Blake Academy Contract. 
• Parents/Visitors: You are helping us to set the proper example for our students.  Please dress appropriately when visiting the school or chaperoning field trips. 
• School administrators will determine if a student’s appearance is appropriate for school and in compliance with the school uniform policy.