Clear Backpack Policy

To help maintain a safe and secure learning environment, JP Schools has updated the student bag policy for the 2025–2026 school year.
Updated Bag Policy:
Only clear, see-through tote bags, backpacks, or any similar articles are permitted. Clear bags are required to be transparent with no tint, iridescent or color and without frost. Bags must be stadium compliant. Mesh bags are no longer permitted.
- Small, non-clear cosmetic bags will be allowed inside clear backpacks for personal hygiene items such as feminine products.
- Athletic bags and equipment bags will be allowed but must be checked in with the student’s coach or sponsor upon arrival on campus.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Are elementary students required to use clear backpacks?
- What are the size specifications for the clear backpack?
- Are mesh backpacks allowed?
- Can the backpack have mesh pockets?
- Will backpacks with a solid or padded back be accepted?
- Are transparent colored backpacks allowed?
- Are stripes allowed on the backpack?
- Can the backpack have colored straps?
- Are leather reinforcements on the corners of the backpacks allowed?
- Are company or trademark logos allowed on the front of the backpack?
- Will athletic/spirit bags and instrument cases, which are not clear, be allowed on campus?
- Are lunch kits permitted?
- Are clear totes, clear purses and transparent plastic bags allowed?
- Can I line the inside of the backpack?
- Where do I purchase a clear backpack?
Are elementary students required to use clear backpacks?
What are the size specifications for the clear backpack?
Are mesh backpacks allowed?
Can the backpack have mesh pockets?
Will backpacks with a solid or padded back be accepted?
Are transparent colored backpacks allowed?
Are stripes allowed on the backpack?
Can the backpack have colored straps?
Are leather reinforcements on the corners of the backpacks allowed?
Are company or trademark logos allowed on the front of the backpack?
Will athletic/spirit bags and instrument cases, which are not clear, be allowed on campus?
Are lunch kits permitted?
Are clear totes, clear purses and transparent plastic bags allowed?
Can I line the inside of the backpack?
Where do I purchase a clear backpack?
Any other questions or concerns please contact Compliance at 504-365-5312.










