Staff Dress Code

According to Islamic teachings, modesty in dress is an important tenet of one’s faith.  All clothes should be loose fitting, non transparent and modest.  All students, parents, teachers and staff members are required to obey Islamic teachings regarding dress while on school premises.  At all times, dress should be of the highest possible standard.  It is expected that staff will present themselves according to school policy and as professionals.

Upon signing the Ilim College contract, both male and female staff member has agreed to obey the Islamic dress code policy of the college while on school premises or when attending college functions and meetings outside the school.  The example students receive should be one for which they can strive.  Refer to the information below for clarity of expected female and male dress standards.

Physical Education Staff: PE staff are expected to wear appropriated PE staff clothing that is loose and non transparent.

Student Free Days: On occasions when staff attends school on student free days a casual appearance may be taken.  However, the Islamic dress code must be adhered to at all times.

Males: According to Islamic teachings, a male must cover what is between his navel and knees at all times while in public.  Wearing of casual clothes is not permitted for teaching staff.  Clothing standard is to be suitable to wear in a corporate office environment. I.e. Suit and ties.  The suits and ties that are purchased by teachers are tax deductible.  Jeans and jean style trousers and/or shorts are not to be worn.  During school hours, male staff are expected to wear formal shirts and neckties.  There should be no use of dyes, gels or any other form of product within the hair of the male staff.
 
Females: According to Islamic teachings, females are expected to cover their whole body except their face, hands and feet.  Casual clothing is not acceptable in a professional environment.  Dress (including footwear) is to be of corporate standard.  Jewellery such as dangling earrings, long beads around the neck and several bracelets at the same time is not permitted.  Makeup such as eye shadow, lipstick, nail polish etc. must not be applied.  Pants / trousers are not permitted unless worn under long tunics. 

In areas of concern, interpretation of these standards will be prerogative of the Principal and college board.  The school board has the right to terminate the teacher’s contract if he or she does not obey the Ilim College dress policy as clearly outlined.