Uniform Policy

In adherence with St. Patrick’s Catholic School’s mission statement, the School Board adopted a uniform policy to enhance the learning environment.  Personal appearance and hygiene should reflect an attitude of self-worth and school pride on the part of the student.  The School Board and Principal updated the uniform policy on December 10, 2001.

All Students

Shirts:  Long or short sleeve, white, pique knit shirts with St. Patrick’s Catholic School embroidery must be purchased at Midwest Impressions. 

Sweatshirts: Dark green embroidered St. Patrick’s Catholic School sweatshirts, purchased at Midwest Impressions, may be worn over the uniform shirt at any time during the school year.  Sweatshirts must not be oversized; the length should be approximately waist length and cuffs should not extend beyond the wrist.  No other sweatshirts are allowed to be worn during the school day.

Sweater:  V-Neck green cardigan with the St. Patrick’s Catholic School patch must be purchased at Midwest Impressions.  All students are required to wear their sweaters on Mass days from October 1st until May 1st unless otherwise determined by the Principal.

Shoes:  Students must wear tennis shoes on days physical education is taught.  Shoes must be neat, clean, without holes, fringe and no lights on them or wheels in them.  Shoelaces must be tied.  Shoes that are predominantly one color are preferred; no distracting shoe colors are allowed.  On other days, students may wear tennis shoes or plain leather, low-heeled shoes (i.e. oxfords or loafers).  For safety reasons, students may not wear shoes that do not enclose the entire foot, for example clogs, sandals, mules, crocs, etc.  Boots are NOT allowed to be worn in the school.

Undershirts: If worn, must be solid white and short sleeved.

Hats/Head coverings:  Baseball hats are not allowed.  Stocking caps are allowed only before school, after school and during recess/PE during cold weather.

Belts:  Students in 3rd through 8th grade must wear blue or black belts when wearing the navy blue pants and/or shorts.

Socks: All students are to wear socks at all times.  Solid white or navy socks may be worn.  Socks must be visible.

Girls

Christopher plaid jumper, skirt, or skort:  Jumpers, skirts, and skorts must be purchased from Dennis Uniform.  Hemline must be longer than 3 inches above the middle of the kneecap.  Dark colored (black or navy blue) bike shorts that are shorter than the hemline must be worn underneath jumpers and skirts. 

Shorts:  Navy blue twill (60/40) polyester cotton blend) walking shorts may be worn the opening day of school until October 1 and from               May 1 until the last day of school.  Shorts must be purchased from Dennis Uniform, TKS or wherever the French Toast brand is sold.  Hemline must be longer than 3 inches above the middle of the kneecap. 

Pants:  Navy blue twill (60/40) polyester cotton blend) pants may be worn in place of the jumper, skirt, or skort from November 1until April 1.  Pants may be purchased from Dennis Uniform, TKS or wherever the French Toast label is sold. If the pants become worn, faded or develop holes they are no longer compliant with the uniform and must be replaced.

Leg wear:  Anklets, knee socks, leggings or tights must be solid white, black or navy blue (no sport logos, or patterns) and must be visible.  No sheer nylon or similar hosiery is allowed.  Socks and tights may be worn together.  Sweatpants may be worn under skirts/skorts for girls, however they are only to be worn for warmth when lined up outside in the morning or for going out to P.E. or recess.  They are not allowed to be worn during indoor class time.

Boys 

Shorts:  Navy blue twill (60/40) polyester cotton blend) walking shorts may be worn from the opening day of school until October 1 and from May 1 until the last day of school.  Shorts may be purchased from Dennis Uniform, TKS or wherever the French Toast label is sold. No styles such as cargo shorts are allowed.

Pants:  Navy blue twill (60/40) polyester cotton blend with reinforced knees) pants may be purchased from Dennis Uniform, or wherever the TKS or French Toast label is sold. If the pants become worn, faded or develop holes they are no longer compliant with the uniform and must be replaced.

Special Activities

On days with special activities (field trips, science fair, etc) the teacher and the Principal will determine the proper dress code.

The teacher(s) and/or principal will determine compliance with the above dress code.  Students not in compliance with the dress code/uniform policy will be sent to the office and their parent/guardian will be called so the situation can be rectified as soon as possible.  Necessary disciplinary actions will be given as deemed appropriate by the teacher/principal.

Dress Down Day

Parents/guardians and students will be notified about scheduled dress down days.  Students’ street clothes must follow these guidelines: 

• Pants or jeans are acceptable but must be the correct size and worn appropriately at all times.
• Girls may also wear dresses, skirts, or skorts.  Hemline must be longer than 3 inches above the middle of the kneecap.
• Clothing must be neat, clean, and free from holes.
• Clothing with inappropriate or derogatory logos or slogans is not permitted.
• Students may wear walking shorts in August, September, and May.  Shorts must be longer than 3 inches above the middle of the kneecap.
• All tops must have sleeves, no halter tops, spaghetti straps, tank tops or muscle shirts.
• For safety reasons, all students’ footwear must have enclosed toes and heels, sandals, flip-flops, clogs and mules are not permitted.  Tennis shoes with wheels are NOT allowed at any time.
• Baseball hats or head coverings are not allowed. 

Cold Weather Wear

In addition to a winter coat or jacket, the following clothing is required for protection from the cold in snowy weather to safeguard the health of the children:  Hats/scarves, mittens/gloves

Boots:  Boots should be labeled in order to help avoid mix-ups.  If a child does not have boots, he/she should bring an extra pair of shoes for outdoor use.  Any foot covering that is worn outdoors during wet or snowy weather must be taken off before entering the classroom.  Boots are NOT allowed to be worn in the school.

Leg coverings:  Girls may wear navy blue sweatpants or pants underneath their jumper or skirt, but only during outside recess or P.E. classes.  These types of leg coverings are not acceptable parts to the uniform inside.

Makeup

Students are not allowed to wear makeup of any color, including fingernail polish, artificial nails, and lip color.  Lip protection such as Chap Stick is allowed as long as it is clear. Perfume, body splash, or hairspray may not to be applied at school.

Jewelry

Watches (without alarms) and religious medals (tucked inside shirt) are permitted.  Small earrings/posts (girls only) may be worn to keep pierced ears open.  No hoops or dangly earrings are allowed. For safety reasons, necklaces, bracelets, and rings are not permitted.

Hair

Boys should have neatly trimmed hair with at least the bottom half of the ears exposed and a length not touching the top of the collar. No gaudy or unusual cuts, designs, artificial highlights or colors are allowed for boys.  Girls may wear any tasteful hairstyle.  No gaudy or extreme cuts, designs, artificial highlights or colors are allowed for girls.  Hair must be clean and groomed.  Distracting cuts, colors, styles, and ornamentations (such as head wraps, large hair bows or headbands) are not allowed.  Girls may wear plain barrettes, ribbons, and narrow width headbands as long as they are not distracting and/or dangling to keep hair out of the student’s face.