The P&C of Moura State High School resolves that it supports a student dress code for MSHS because it believes that a student dress code promotes objectives of Education (General Provisions) Act 2006.

In particular, the P&C of MSHS supports the intention of a student dress code in providing a safe and supportive teaching and learning environment by:

• ready identification of students and non-students at school.
• eliminating distraction of competition in dress and fashion at school.
• fostering a sense of belonging.
• developing mutual respect among students through minimising visible evidence of economic or social differences.

Summer Uniforms Boys and Girls

SHIRTS: Tri-coloured polo shirt with school emblem (phasing out - acceptable until 2010)

NEW: Blue / Black / White polo with school emblem

SHORTS: Plain black mid lenght shorts (Football shorts, silky or nylon, shorts carrying designer logos and cargo shorts are not acceptable for Work Place Health and Safety reasons.

SOCKS: Shorts white sports socks

SKIRT: Black 4 gore, A-line skirt (simplicity 9274) - Length at least mid-thigh

Winter Uniforms

Boys and girls may wear their summer uniform with the following.

Plain black tracksuit pants

School spray jacket

Plain royal blue jacket

Safety is an important consideration in respect to the uniform. therefore, the following policies apply.

1. Sun safety is an increasing concern for everybody. The school encourages all students to wear a cap or hat and slip, slop, slap when participation in outdoor activities. We seek the assistance of parents with regard to sun safety.
2. Excess jewellery is a safety hazard at school, particulary when using equipment and playing sport. It also inhibits the administration of first aid. For these reasons, jewellery is limited to the following items. A watch, a single pair of studs or sleepers, one plain ring and a plain chain.
3. Shoes: Black shoes are preferable however, both black and white leather or vinyl shoes are acceptable. In practical subjects such as Industrial Skills, Science, Art, Home Economics and Agriculture the tops of shoes must be completely leather or vinyl. Again this is to comply with safety guidelines.
4. Students in Science and Industrial Skills classes must wear protective glasses before any practical work can be undertaken. Students not wearing correct safety equipment will not be able to participate in any practical class activities.
5. If for special reasons a student is unable to satisfy the dress code a note to explain the circumstances should be presented to the Principal or HODS on that day

Note: The Workplace Health and Safety Act 1989 (QLD) applies to schools. Your support in having students adhere to uniform policy will help to reduce the chances of injury as a result of wearing inappropriate clothing.