Clear Backpack Policy

No. This policy is in place for grades 6-12 (middle school and high school) only.

There are no size specifications for the clear backpack.

No. Mesh backpacks are not allowed. Students are permitted to only use clear backpacks.

Yes. Mesh side pockets are allowed on the backpack (see example).

Yes. A mesh organizer inside the front pocket is allowed (see example).

No. Backpack must have clear visibility through all dimensions excluding the backpack bottom (see example).

No. Colored, transparent backpacks are not allowed (see example). Only fully clear backpacks are permitted.

No. Stripes in any location are not allowed on the backpack (see example).

Yes. The backpack may have colored straps (see example).

Yes. Leather reinforcements on the corners are permitted (see example).

Yes. Small company and school logos are allowed (see example), in addition to small monograms, but large logos, monograms or other visual design obstructions are not. 

Yes, however, these bags must be stored as soon as the student arrives at school. They must be placed in lockers or secured in fine arts classrooms or athletic locker rooms as designated by school instructors.

Yes. Non-transparent lunch kits no larger than approximately 6” x 9” x 5” (see examples) are permitted to be carried.

Yes. Students must limit non-transparent 6” x 9” bags (lunch kits, purses, pouches) to two bags (see examples), regardless of whether they are carried inside or outside the backpack.

Yes. Clear totes, purses and bags are allowed (see examples). 

Yes. A laptop inserted into a laptop sleeve will be permitted in a backpack.

No. Fabric, wallpaper or any other material that conceals the contents of the backpack is not permitted.

Online retailers such as Amazon are currently carrying clear backpacks. Several high school booster clubs have them available to order. In addition, CFISD secondary schools will have clear backpacks available to purchase.

No. According to current United States Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) research, chemicals released by plastic backpacks are not stored in the human body, so routine, low level exposures like touching plastic products or breathing indoor air are unlikely to cause toxicity or disease. Additional information can be found on the CDC/ATSDR website.

We understand the concern regarding the privacy of certain items contained within backpacks. Students will be permitted to carry such items in a small makeup pouch or purse within the backpack. Any non-transparent pouch, purse, or lunch kit should be no larger than approximately 6” x 9” x 5”.

An exception will be made for medically necessary items after proper inspection.