Uniform Information

Lower School

At Scintilla Charter Academy, we believe that how our scholars show up each day reflects how they see themselves and the bright future they’re preparing for. As part of our commitment to fostering deeper learning, character, and school pride from the earliest grades, we have refined our lower school dress expectations to support a focused and professional learning environment.

Monday–Thursday: Scholars are required to wear an official red, black, grey, or white SCA or Spartan polo (girls can also wear embroidered polo dresses or jumpers)

Friday: Spirit wear is encouraged to show your Spartan pride! If spirit wear is not worn, scholars are required to wear an SCA or Spartan polo

Bottoms must be:

  • Khaki, denim, red, or black skirts, shorts, skorts, pants, dresses, or jumpers
  • ❌ No athletic pants or shorts, pajama pants, sweatpants, butterfly skirts, or printed leggings
  • ✅ Khaki joggers and black/denim jeggings are permitted only if the polo shirt fully covers the buttocks
  • ✅ Red, black, gray, and white solid color leggings can be worn under skirts, polo dresses, and jumpers

Outerwear guidelines:

  • ✅ Jackets, sweaters, and hoodies must be SCA-branded, college or university-branded, plain, or have logos no larger than a fist
  • ❌ No large graphics or full-front/back logos

Middle and Upper School

In our lower school grades, uniforms are a part of our learning environment. As scholars move into middle and upper school, we want to give them more opportunities to express themselves in ways that align with their developing maturity and future aspirations. By introducing new dress guidelines, we’re helping scholars build habits that reflect the level of responsibility and professionalism that will serve them well in the years ahead. This shift also helps reduce the over-reliance on athletic wear as everyday clothing, promoting a mindset that school is a place for learning, leadership, and preparation for the future. This shift aligns directly with our mission—to empower each child through creativity, collaboration, inquiry, and critical thinking to achieve their unique potential. When our scholars take pride in how they present themselves, they signal that they are ready to lead, ready to learn, and ready to grow.

What This Looks Like:

Fridays are considered Spartan Days, and all scholars are required to wear SCA-branded gear!

On Monday-Thursday, we want our scholars to show up each day as:

  • A proud Spartan, wearing SCA-branded gear
  • A college- or career-focused learner, representing future aspirations
  • A professional-in-training, developing habits for long-term success

This new standard supports our mission by fostering both individuality and responsibility in a way that builds community, character, and readiness for what lies ahead.

✅ What’s Allowed

  • SCA-branded shirts, sweatshirts, and outerwear
  • Official college or university apparel
  • Clothing, including outerwear, that is not SCA or college/university branded may display a small manufacturer or brand logo no larger than approximately the size of a closed fist.
  • Polos, button-ups, blouses, dresses, skirts, and plain t-shirts
  • Performance athletic wear (e.g., dri-fit joggers and athletic leggings). Leggings may be worn when paired with a top that covers the buttocks.
  • Jeans or pants in good condition, worn appropriately at the waist
  • Shorts, skirts, and dresses that are an appropriate length for the school environment and allow scholars to participate comfortably in all school activities
  • Hooded sweatshirts and jackets may be worn; however, hoods must remain down while inside school buildings.
  • Closed-toe or open-toe shoes appropriate for school
  • Backpacks that are solid-colored or display the SCA logo, a college or university logo, or a manufacturer’s brand logo

🚫 What’s Not Allowed

  • Jeans or pants with holes or rips that expose the skin
  • Cotton sweatpants, lounge pants, or pajama-style clothing
  • Oversized t-shirts worn to cover shorts
  • Biker shorts
  • Clothing that is excessively tight, revealing, or otherwise inappropriate for the school environment
  • Shirts that reveal the stomach, chest, back, or have straps less than 2 inches wide
  • Tank tops or undershirts worn as outerwear
  • Decorative backpack graphics, patches, or slogans other than the SCA logo, a college or university logo, or a manufacturer’s brand logo
  • Clothing, backpacks, or accessories displaying inappropriate, offensive, or disruptive graphics, images, or slogans
  • Slippers or bedroom shoes
  • Hoods worn inside school buildings
  • Hats or caps worn inside school buildings unless approved for a school activity or religious accommodation
  • Beats or large headphones (small earbuds may be used in the classroom with teacher permission)
  • Hairstyles or hair accessories that substantially disrupt the learning environment or create a safety concern
  • Tattoos, piercings, or accessories displaying inappropriate, offensive, or disruptive images or messages

SCA and Spartan Spirit Wear

Spartan Spirit Wear is available in the Spartan Spirit Store. If you purchase your shirts from an outside source, Arrow Screen Printing, Ink & Cotton, and The Boardwalk offer embroidery on items you provide to them. Contact the vendors with specific questions.

All uniforms must be embroidered with proper school logos.  However, SCA’s standing policy is to mitigate any financial obligation for those families for whom this presents an undue hardship.   Parents and/or guardians who have concerns about the affordability of a school uniform should contact Keri Wilkin kwilkin@scintillacharteracademy.com and we will work with the family to offer assistance.

Uniform Vendor Information

INK & COTTON – Ink & Cotton carries all polo colors and a range of sizes.  You may purchase shirts from Ink & Cotton at any time of year and they often keep popular sizes in stock. CLICK HERE to visit the Ink and Cotton online store. They offer many different options for uniform shirts, khaki bottoms, and spirit wear with samples available. They are also able to embroider the school logo on items you purchase. Ink & Cotton is located at 600 N. Patterson Street, Valdosta, GA. Please visit their website or call the store for pricing: 229-262-2985.

THE BOARDWALK  – The Boardwalk carries all polo colors and a range of sizes.  You may purchase shirts from The Boardwalk at any time of year and they often keep popular sizes in stock. The Boardwalk can also embroider SCA’s logo on uniform shirts or other items that you provide. The Boardwalk is located at 1927 Baytree Place, VALDOSTA, GA. Please call the store for pricing: 229-241-8337. 

BSN – BSN is an online store that will be open several times during the year with a purchasing window of 10-14 days. BSN carries a wide variety of SCA Spartan Spirit Wear styles and brands. An email will be sent to families and shared through social media throughout the year when the store is open.

SQUADLOCKER – SquadLocker is an online store that carries a wide variety of SCA Spartan Spirit Wear styles and brands. Once you click on an item, you will have the opportunity to choose the color, size, and logo of your choice. Items will ship directly to your home. All clothing items in the store are approved for Friday spirit wear for our scholars in grades K-5 and for daily wear for our middle and upper school scholars in the 2023-2024 school year.  CLICK HERE to visit their site.

R&S SPORTS – R&S Sports is located at 2133 N. Oak Street Ext., Valdosta, GA. R&S opens an online store at certain times throughout the year to allow SCA families to purchase SCA Spartan spirit wear.