Modesty

School uniforms can only regulate an external appearance of modesty. True modesty is an internal, heart issue. That is why KCA would like to ask every student (and parent) to work from their hearts to create a truly modest atmosphere where (1) God is exalted, and (2) love governs our treatment of others.

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Cost Effectiveness

School uniforms can actually save money for many families. This is possible because:

  1. Students need only one or two "school outfits" for the entire year

  2. Uniform clothing can be passed down through multiple siblings

  3. Used uniform clothing can be resold to upcoming KCA families at the end of the school year

  4. The "uniforms" adopted by KCA can also double as church clothes. (Our uniform selection is very basic. In fact, you may already have these items on hand.)

  5. KCA does not require you to purchase uniform clothes from a particular store. You can buy these items at Wal-Mart, Target, or second-hand.

Academic Performance

According to a recent survey conducted with the National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP):

  • 79% of principals at schools with uniform policies reported that uniforms have had a positive effect on classroom discipline.

  • 67% of principals at schools with uniform policies reported improvements in student concentration on schoolwork.

Uniforms

KCA has adopted a simple uniform policy. The following items may be worn to class:

  • Shirts: white, light blue, or medium blue solid oxfords (with a collar) or white, light blue, or medium blue solid knit golf shirts (with a collar)

  • Pants or capris: solid navy, black, or khaki

  • Skirts/Jumpers/skorts/shorts: navy, black, or khaki

There are several reasons the KCA Board has decided upon school uniforms; academic and social performance, cost effectiveness, and modesty.