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As the seasons change, we naturally get a lot of questions regarding Dress Code. We wanted to remind you that the dress code can be found beginning on page 38 of the published Family Handbook, which is located on our website here. However, we also wanted to post the dress code directly:
ST. ALPHONSUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL DRESS CODE
All students in 5k through 8th grade must follow the dress code requirements listed below. While students in 3k and 4k are not required to abide by these requirements, the Principal and/or appropriate teachers may require that students dress accordingly on certain days throughout the school year. The dress code helps foster a positive learning atmosphere, promotes modesty, and eliminates distractions and competition. We expect all students to be neat, clean, and appropriately dressed for their Christian learning environment. The success of the dress code is dependent upon cooperation with parents/guardians.
Uniform Code
No emblems or insignias are allowed as part of the uniform unless a specific exception is stated. Only the clothing items identified below are acceptable pieces of the uniform.
Shirts
● Grades 5K - 5: Navy blue, white, and light blue color.
● Grades 6 – 8: Navy blue, white, light blue, and red color.
● Collared with short or long sleeves.
● Polo, buttoned-down blouse, or dress-shirt.
● Only white short-sleeve undershirts are allowed.
● Midriff must be covered at all times.
Sweaters
● Grades 5K - 5: Navy blue, white, and light blue color.
● Grades 6 – 8: Navy blue, white, light blue, and red color.
● Plain knit slip-over (sweater vest) or cardigan is allowed.
● Sweatshirt or pullover with a hood purchased through the St. Alphonsus Catholic School approved spirit wear vendor. (PLEASE NOTE THAT the Leadership Team has decided that St. Alphonsus HOODIES ARE ALLOWED as long as students do not wear the hood up!)
Pants
● Navy blue or khaki color.
● Must be worn at waist level at all times.
● Must be chino, khaki, capris, or dress pants without pockets on legs.
● No cargo style pants.
● Form fitting knit fabrics are not allowed.
Shorts and Skorts
Shorts and Skorts can only be worn between April 1st and October 31st, except at the principal’s discretion.
● Navy blue or khaki color.
● Must be worn at waist level at all times.
● Must go past the fingertips when hands are at the student’s side. Must be same length all around 38 (front and back)
● Must be chino or dress shorts or skorts without pockets on legs.
● No cargo style shorts or skorts.
● Form fitting knit fabrics are not allowed.
Jumper and Skirts
● Navy blue, khaki color, Belair plaid (Merry Mart Uniforms), or hunter/classic navy plaid (Land’s End).
● Must be worn at waist level at all times.
● Must wear tights, bike shorts, or leggings under skirts
Socks
● Must be crew length or shorter.
● A small insignia or logo are permissible.
Footwear
● Closed toe and closed heel shoes.
● Flip flops, jellies, sandals, and Crocs are not allowed.
Jewelry
● Minimal earrings, necklaces, and rings are allowed.
● Only ears may be pierced.
Hats
● Hats only allowed to be worn outside when weather permits.
Hair
● Hair should be worn clean, neat, and a natural looking color. Principal will have the sole discretion to require a student to change his/her hair to comply with this policy.
Physical Education Dress Code
Students will bring to school and take home all gym clothes on the days that physical education is scheduled. All students must wear athletic shoes that can be tightened.
Grades 5K – 4:
● Uniform must be worn during physical education.
Grades 5 – 8:
● Knit shirt, t-shirt, or polo-type shirt.
● Sweatpants.
● Athletic shorts. Must be longer than fingertip length with arms at sides. Same length in front and in back.
● Leggings that are calf length or longer. The entire legging must be opaque and with no transparent or cut-out sections. Shorts must be worn over leggings if leggings are worn.
● Stud earrings only.
● It is recommended that parents provide a carrying bag for gym clothes.
Non-Uniform Dress Code
Clothing other than uniforms may be worn by students on:
● Award for participation in school fundraisers.
● Field Trips, unless otherwise specified.
● Birthdays. If the birthday does not fall on a school day or if it falls on a mass day, the student may notify the teacher and select another day.
● Picture Day.
● At the Principal’s discretion.
All items must be within Catholic tenets. In addition to items permitted as part of the uniform, the following clothing items are allowed:
● Jeans.
● Athletic wear.
● T-shirts and sweatshirts.
● Clothing must be free of any pictures, writing, emblems, or insignias that are offensive, inappropriate or distracting.
● Midriff must be covered at all times.
● All items must match uniform lengths.
● Must be worn at waist level at all times.
Scouting Days
Members of Boy Scouts including Cub Scouts or Girl Scouts may wear the scouting uniform on den, pack, troop, or patrol meeting days for which the student is a member. (PLEASE NOTE THAT SPECIAL UNIFORMS & SHIRTS MAY ALSO BE WORN FOR OTHER DAYS AS SPECIFIED BY THE PRINCIPAL. Examples are Battle of the Books or Athletic Wear on Game Days.)
Non-Compliance with the Dress Code
The principal and teachers will enforce compliance to the dress code. The student will be required to change into different clothing either with spare clothing stored at school or with a change of clothing brought by a parent/guardian or designee. Failure of students to comply with the dress code undermines the educational environment at St. Alphonsus. Further discipline may occur per the school discipline policy.
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