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Dress Code

Welcome to the Preuss School UC San Diego! Our dress code is designed to promote a positive learning environment, ensure safety, and uphold a sense of professionalism and a culture of excellence. Below are the dress code expectations for all of our scholars.

Please note: the middle school dress code has not changed. For this year only (2023-2024), high school students are allowed to wear items compliant with either the middle school or the upper school dress code. As an example, high school students may wear a maroon polo and gray pants.

Clothing items that are compliant with our dress code may be purchased from Mario’s Family Clothing or from the Uniform Store in La Mesa (in store or online). Mario’s offers embroidery of previously purchased items for an additional cost. 

  • Mario's Family Clothing: 7761 Broadway Lemon Grove, CA 91945, (619) 469-8391

  • The Uniform Store: 8160 La Mesa Blvd La Mesa, CA 91942, (619) 466-5437, website link

Specific Reminders:

  • Scholars should wear polos (or collared shirt) and outerwear that have the Preuss logo 

  • Jewelry should be tucked away and not visible (earrings ok)

  • Denim or jeans are not dress code compliant

  • Closed toed shoes only (Crocs or sandals may not be worn)

  • AirPods and headphones must be removed upon entering campus and secured by scholar until after school

We appreciate your cooperation in helping us maintain a positive and respectful school environment. It is our goal to create a learning community where our students can excel. 

 Item Description  Middle School  High School
 TOPS
  • Navy or Maroon polo shirt with a collar and have The Preuss School embroidery.
  • Tank tops should be worn under polos only
  • Tops should be natural fitting, not form fitting. Seams should fall at or below the belt
  • A top must be worn at all times, outerwear is not a top.
  • White or light-blue polo shirt with collar or a button-up shirt with collar and have The Preuss School embroidery.
  • Tank tops should be worn under polos only
  • Tops should be natural fitting, not form fitting. Seams should fall at or below the belt.
  • A top must be worn at all times, outerwear is not a top.
 BOTTOMS
  • Solid Khaki or Navy pants, shorts
  • Solid navy, khaki, or plaid skirts
  • No Jeans, sweatpants, or leggings.
  • Bottoms should fit in such a way that normal, natural movement is unrestricted.
  • Bottoms must be of a length and fit so that undergarments remain completely covered at all times.
  • Solid Grey or Khaki pants, shorts
  • Solid navy, khaki, or plaid skirts
  • No Jeans, sweatpants, or leggings.
  • Bottoms should fit in such a way that normal, natural movement is unrestricted.
  • Bottoms must be of a length and fit so that undergarments remain completely covered at all times.
 OUTERWEAR
  • Navy or Maroon sweatshirt containing The Preuss School embroidery.
  • Navy cardigan or windbreaker containing The Preuss School embroidery.
  • No hoods or faded sweatshirts
  • Navy sweatshirt containing The Preuss School embroidery.
  • Navy cardigan or windbreaker containing The Preuss School embroidery.
  • 12th grade ONLY- Blazers
  • No hoods or faded sweatshirts
 SOCKS AND SHOES
  • Closed-toed and closed-heeled
  • No Crocs or sandals
  • Closed-toed and closed-heeled
  • No Crocs or sandals
 Preferred vendor: The Uniform Store- myschoolsuniform.com ; 8160 La Mesa Blvd, La Mesa
 Recommended vendors for solid bottoms: Walmart, Target, Costco