The Student Handbook describes the behavior expected from every Southwestern Academy student. In general, this means that students are expected to comply with reasonable rules, attend classes, do their assignments regularly, and set good moral examples for others.

Smoking is not permitted. Tobacco, alcohol, and narcotics are prohibited in any form and are grounds for expulsion. A system of daily rewards and penalties enforces our campus rules positively. While suspensions and expulsions are very rare, these ultimate penalties are used for continued unacceptable behavior.

Parents
Keeping parents informed is important to us. All of our families receive a Parent Handbook that includes the school calendar and other information. Parents are urged to read the handbook carefully and to keep it handy, since a number of questions are easily answered in its pages.

Parents also receive monthly newsletters and activities calendars with updates about special events, sports activities, and campus news. 

Dress Code
Southwestern Academy students do not wear uniforms, but we have a dress code. At evening meals, ties or dress shoes are not necessary, but all other rules apply. For complete information on the dress code, download our Student Handbook.

Appropriate Boys’ Clothing 

• Dress shirt and tie or Southwestern polo shirt
• Tailored slacks with belt
• Tasteful colors and fabrics
• Dress or casual-dress shoes with socks
• Cardigan, crew or V-neck, or turtleneck sweater
• Blazer, suit, or sports coat for special days

Not Acceptable For Boys

• Baggy or jean-style pants; pants with pockets sewn on the exterior
• Any clothes with flashy or advertising designs
• Shoes with cleats or high heels, or any boots
• Wearing no socks or no belt
• Undershirt designs showing through dress shirt
• Tank tops or shorts
• Head coverings; body-piercing jewelry except a single stud earring
• Any oversized clothing, too big for you  

Appropriate Girls’ Clothing

• Collared shirt or Southwestern Polo Shirt, tucked in
• Pleated, A-line, or kick-pleat skirt or tailored slacks with belt
• Tasteful colors and fabrics
• Flat shoes or moderate chunky heels
• Ankle or knee high socks or nylons, color-coordinated
• Cardigan, crew, v-neck, or turtleneck sweaters worn over shirts
• Blazer or suits; dresses

Not Acceptable For Girls

• Short or tight-fitting clothing
• Any clothes with flashy or advertising designs
• Platforms or high-heeled shoes
• Fishnet or over-the-knee stockings
• Shorts, skorts, capris, or jean-cut pants
• Fishnet or other design tights
• Tank tops, or short blouses that bare the midriff