NO to Casual Friday on 10/10/2025

Unfortunately, we will not be having Casual Friday on October 10, 2025, due to a significant number of dress code violations and student interactions that have not been up to par with our expectations. As the weather gets colder, I understand the need for warmth and comfort. However, all students must wear a polo every day, even when wearing an HTLA hoodie, which is the only hoodie permitted. Jackets without hoods in solid black, blue, white, or brown are welcome. Pants, skirts, and shorts must be black or khaki only. Leggings, sweatpants, and non-HTLA hoodies are not allowed.

Beyond dress code, many student interactions this week have fallen short of what we expect from our community. It is absolutely unacceptable for any student or community member to use language or behavior that is inappropriate for our educational environment. We have many adults on campus who can help you resolve conflicts and support you with peer relationships. Please reach out when you need help. Our GRAPE Values—Grit, Respect, Accountability, Professionalism, and Empathy—call us to treat each other with kindness and dignity. Following our dress code and treating others with respect are concrete ways we practice these values and show that we take pride in our school.

This is a chance for all of us to reset and recommit to being our best selves. Let's hold ourselves accountable, support one another, and demonstrate the empathy and respect that define our community. We are capable of so much more when we work together. Let's prove that next week.

With high expectations and belief in each of you,