DRESS CODE 

It is expected that all students in grades one through eight follow the dress code.  This policy is intended to maintain a standard of dress that is neat, economical, modest, and attractive. 

UNIFORM OPTIONS

Sweatshirts & Fleece Jackets

• Navy or Red --with school monogram

• Sweatshirt, Zippered Front Sweatshirt, Hooded Sweatshirt, Fleece Pullover, Fleece Jacket

     
Sweaters

Navy or Red –with school monogram

• V-Neck Pullover (Boys only), V-Neck Pullover Vest Sweater, Crew Neck Pullover, V-Neck Cardigan

Knits

• Navy, Red, White
• Pique Knit 3-Button Short and Long Sleeve
• Ribbed Bottom - Short and Long Sleeve with School Monogram
• Turtleneck

Blouses

• White Long and Short Sleeve Round Collar

Slacks

• Navy/Khaki Dress Slacks worn at Waist Level

Note:  “Dress slacks” means that sport pants, jeans or jeans-type may not be worn. 
             extra zippers and patch pockets are unacceptable; only internal pockets may
             be worn.

Shorts

• Navy and Khaki Knee-Length Walking Shorts worn at Waist Level

      Walking shorts may be worn from April 15th through October 15th.

Jumpers

• Navy/Khaki Plaid Drop Waist Shift Jumper

Skirts

• Navy/Khaki Two Kick Pleated Skirt, Wrap Around Kilt Skirt, Split Skirt, Flat Front Skort
• Navy Wrap Around Kilt Skirt
• Navy/Khaki Flat Front Skort

      Skirts must be no shorter than 3 inches above the knee

Shoes

• Solid white or dark colored athletic shoes are to be worn everyday—No lights, wheels, etc. on shoes

ADDITIONAL DRESS CODE REQUISITES

• Blouses and shirts must be tucked in at waist with the exception of the banded shirts.
• Wear solid color crew or knee socks (red, navy, white), stockings, or tights-- sport socks are not acceptable.
• Athletic shoes may be worn every day—laced and tied—no wheels or lights
• All pants and shorts must be worn at the waist. If they have belt hoops, a belt must be worn.
• Hair on male students can be no longer than the top of the shirt collar.
• Only white T-shirts may be worn under shirts.

NOT PERMITTED

• Excessive or large jewelry, hoop earrings, excessive make-up
• Extreme hair colors or fad hairstyles, hair colored or shaved in whole or part, body glitter, bandannas, headscarf, jean-style pants, sweat bands, body piercing
• Flip flops or open heeled shoes

Students who are out of uniform will receive a written warning, may lose recess time, and/or may call home for a change of clothes.

GYM WEAR

Students in Grades 6 to 8 wear a gray T-shirt and red mesh shorts with school logo.  Gym wear must be purchased at Schoolbelles. (contact information is listed above.)

NO UNIFORM DAYS

Attire must be clean, neat, and modest; nothing tight, ripped, torn, or ragged may be worn.  Only long shorts (2-3 inches above the knee) are permitted.   Athletic shoes, jeans or sweat pants, and T-shirts are permitted. T-shirts with appropriate logos and words may be worn.  If clothing is inappropriate, a student may not be permitted to participate in future dress-down days.

DRESS-UP DAYS

Students are to wear modest attire equal in formality to the uniform or better.  Above guidelines are to be followed for length of skirts.

KINDERGARTEN AND PRESCHOOL
            Students in preschool and kindergarten do not wear a uniform.  Neat play clothes and practical shoes or sneakers may be worn.

UNIFORM EXCHANGE
            Bring in a school uniform item and you can exchange it for another one on the first Friday of each month between 1:30 and 2:00 in the school cafeteria.  If the size you need is not available, you will get the next one that is brought in.  If you do not have items to exchange, you may purchase gently used ones.  Prices range from $2.00 to $5.00.

            Shop online at  www.schoolbelles.com or visit Schoolbelles at 7440 McKnight Road, Ross Township.