Aside from our campus, nothing identifies Forman School as a traditional New England boarding and day school as much as the dress code. The idea behind it is that students learn to dress appropriately for different situations and to carry themselves in a professional way in class.
During the school day, girls typically wear a button-down shirt and skirt, dress, or dress-pants and a blazer and dress shoes. Boys typically wear blazers, Oxford shirts, ties, khakis, and dress shoes. No flip-flops or sneakers are allowed. Boys and girls tuck in their shirts. There isn’t a uniform, but there is a Forman style that looks clean and prep-school preppy.
On formal days and other special occasions, everyone wears a blue blazer – seniors with the school crest sewn over their breast pocket, if they like. There are other styles of dress to get to know: Leisure Dress and Smart Casual Dress have their own nuances. There are a few exceptions to the Class Dress rules, and students with a high fashion sense often add personal flair with funky socks or a cool shirt/tie combo. The guidelines do leave room for self-expression. After all, our differences bind this community together.
