Standard Mode of Dress (SMOD)

The standard mode of dress (SMOD) has been implemented in several of the district’s schools to help alleviate peer pressure associated with fashion while preventing some behavioral problems. The SMOD varies for each school, but it typically consists of a collared or polo-type shirt paired with khaki, black or navy pants, shorts or skirts. The pants must be fitting in the waist, and skirts and shorts must be at least knee-length. The SMOD also calls for closed-toe shoes.

The use of the SMOD policy should not be as a stand-alone method for improvement in school climate, discipline or achievement. GCS staff and national research suggest that this policy should be chosen for the right reasons, not for superficial ones, and should be used in combination with other improvement efforts. The Guilford County Board of Education is currently allowing this program to remain a site-based decision so long as there is strong community support for it.

Schools with SMOD in 2007-08:

Allen Middle, Andrews High, Aycock Middle, Bluford Elementary, Cone Elementary, Dudley High, Eastern Middle, Falkener Elementary, Frazier Elementary, Gillespie Park Elementary, Guilford Middle, Hampton Leadership Academy, Hairston Middle, High Point Central High, Jackson Middle, Kirkman Park Elementary, Kiser Middle, Montlieu Math and Science Academy, Murphey Traditional Academy, Northeast Middle, SCALE –Greensboro, Pruette SCALE School, Smith High (ninth grade only), Southern Middle, Southern High, Southwest High, The Academy at Central, Triangle Lake Montessori, Vandalia Elementary and Wiley Elementary.

The following schools plan to implement SMOD in 2008-09:

Parkview Elementary, Ferndale Middle, Jamestown Middle, Welborn Middle, Northeast High, Ragsdale High and Smith High 10-graders (modified SMOD for ninth grade in 2007-08, for ninth- and 10-graders in 2008-09).

For schools that don’t have a SMOD, check with the individual school for the dress code.