Frederick Douglass Academy VIII Middle School

The community of Scholars at Frederick Douglass Academy VIII is dedicated to personal and academic excellence. Choosing to live in the community obligates each member to a code of civilized behavior.  Allegiance to these ideals requires each Frederick Douglass Academy VIII scholar to refrain from and discourage behaviors, which threaten the freedom and respect every individual deserves.

 As a Frederick Douglass Academy VIII Scholar, 

 I will practice personal and academic integrity;                   

 I will respect the rights and property of others;                    

 I will discourage bigotry; while striving to learn from the differences in people, ideas and opinions;                    

I will demonstrate concern for others, their feelings, and their need for conditions that support their work and development.

-adapted from the Morehouse College Student’s Creed

Fall/Winter Uniform

Young Women
 White buttoned down oxford shirt
 Black knee length kilt skirt
 Black slacks (must fit waist and be worn with a black belt; must cover ankles (NO TIGHT/SKINNY PANTS OR PANTS THAT ARE NARROW AT THE LEGS)
 Black, burgundy or white tights or stockings
 Burgundy uniform scarf with FDA VIII logo (available for purchase only at the school)
 Solid burgundy blazers are mandatory for all scholars
 Solid burgundy cardigan with FDA VIII logo
 Scholars may also wear burgundy sweater vest or v-neck pullover sweater with logo
 Closed in black flat shoes (leather or leather-like)

Young Men
 White buttoned down oxford shirt
 Black pants – slacks or trousers (cargo pants not allowed)
 Black belt
 Tie with school logo (may be purchased at the school)
 Solid burgundy blazers are mandatory for all scholars
 Solid burgundy cardigan with FDA VIII logo
 Scholars may also wear burgundy sweater vest or v-neck pullover sweater with FDA VIII logo
 Black or burgundy socks
 Black shoes (leather or leather-like. No ballet shoes or moccasins allowed)