2008 - 2009 Uniform Dress Code Policy

Grades 1 - 8

 

Our uniform dress code is in place to promote a Christian atmosphere, as well as de-emphasize competition among students regarding clothing.  It is recognized that proper school attire and good grooming are conducive to a student’s educational and social development.  Students must comply with the uniform dress code policy.  If a student is out of uniform without written notice, a parent will be called to either bring or make arrangements to have the proper uniform attire brought to school. If there is no answer or other arrangements can not be made then the school uniform exchange program will be used to properly attire your child for the day.

 

Girls (Gr. 1 - 4):

Navy or Plaid jumper or culottes that are knee-length. The uniform jumper and culottes are permitted to be worn all year.

 

Girls (Gr. 5 - 8):

Navy culottes that are knee-length. The uniform culottes are permitted to be worn all year.

 

All Students (Gr. 1 – 8)

Slacks – (Navy Blue) Dress pants are to have a single seam with no large side pockets (such as cargo pants).  Dockers or pants similar are acceptable.  Pants are of a traditional length.  Pants that are baggy or oversized are not permitted.  Gym shoes are permitted to be worn with slacks during the months of August, September, May and June.

 

Walking Shorts – (Navy Blue) Knee length.  This means the hem of the shorts is to be at the knee of the student.  Walking Shorts are to be worn only in August, September, May and June.  Shorts are not to be baggy or oversized.  Gym shoes are permitted to be worn with the walking shorts during the months of August, September, May and June.

 

Belts - are to be worn with the slacks and shorts at all times.

 

Blouses, Shirts, Turtle necks, Polo Shirts – Plain white, plain yellow, plain red, plain navy blue, plain powder blue, or Bishop McDowell School logo white, teal, navy blue or black golf/polo shirts.  No other color is acceptable.  Shirts are not to be baggy or oversized.  All shirts must have collars and be tucked in at all times.

 

Sweaters (Cardigan, V-neck, crew neck or vest) – White or navy.  A collar shirt is to be worn under every style of sweater.

 

Sweatshirts

Students may wear a white, teal, gray, navy blue or black Bishop McDowell School logo sweatshirt.  Students may also wear a plain white, teal, gray, navy blue or black sweatshirt.  The sweatshirts must be worn over another shirt with a collar – polo, turtleneck or oxford shirt.  No hooded or other sweatshirts are permitted to be worn at any time during the school day.

 

Shoes

Students are encouraged to wear a tie shoe that is comfortable.  Loafers are permitted, but should not easily slip off.  Casual shoes, such as Vans, Airwalks, in blue, black or gray, can be worn.  All shoes must be low cut, clean and in good repair. Shoes are not to have heels or soles that are oversized.  Sandals, clogs, jellies, open back, open toe, platform shoes or work boots are not permitted.  Socks, stockings or tights must be worn at all times.  Gym shoes are permitted to be worn with the uniform slacks and walking shorts during the months of August, September, May and June.

 

Hair

A boy’s hair is to be neat and cut in an appropriate style. His hair is not to have designs, numbers, words cut or dye in it. Extreme colors or styles are not permitted.

 

A girl’s hair is to be neat and cut in an appropriate style.  Her hair is not to have designs, numbers, words cut or dye in it. Extreme colors or styles are not permitted.

 

Jewelry

Students are not encouraged to wear good, expensive or fine jewelry to school.  If jewelry is worn, a minimal number of items are to be worn. The earrings are to be no larger than a quarter.  A girl may not wear more than 4 earrings at a time.  A boy may not wear more than 1 earring at a time. Necklaces are to be inside the student’s shirt.  Pocket watches are to be worn with the chain out of view. Students wear jewelry at their own risk. Bishop McDowell Regional School will not be held responsible for any missing jewelry items or for replacing them.

 

Makeup

Girls are NOT permitted to wear makeup.  This includes lipstick/gloss, eyeliner, eye shadow, glitter gel, nail polish etc.

 

Gym Uniform (Grades 1 – 8)

The gym uniform for students in Grades 1 - 8 must be worn to school on their gym day.  Boys and girls are to wear plain navy blue, gray or black athletic shorts or sweatpants with a plain white, teal, gray, navy blue or black tee shirt, or a Bishop McDowell School Logo white, teal, gray, navy blue or black shirt.  Students are also permitted to wear a plain white, teal, gray, navy blue, black or a Bishop McDowell School logo white, teal, gray, navy blue or black sweatshirt.  During the months of November, December, January, February, and March sweatpants are to be worn—absolutely NO SHORTS.  White socks(only) are to be worn for all gym classes.  Wearing the gym uniform to school eliminates the need for “changing time” before and after gym class.

 

Dress Down Day Clothes

In order to be mindful of the Catholic nature of our school, the following items of clothing are NOT permitted to be worn by students on Dress Down Days: Low-rise jeans, sleeveless tops, tops that reveal the student’s midriff, oversized or baggy clothing, tight clothing, short shorts, clothing with writing on the backside of pants or shorts, hooded sweatshirts or hooded shirts and hats.

 

Denim and corduroy clothing items may only be worn in school on Dress Down Days.

 

Hats of any kind including baseball caps/tosselcaps and outdoor jackets/hooded sweatshirts are not to be worn at anytime during school.

 

Uniform Exchange Program   The Uniform Exchange program is just another service provided to school parents throughout the year in order to cut down on the cost of purchasing uniforms. The program is simple to use, bring in your smaller uniform sizes to be exchanged for a larger uniform size or vice versa. There is no monetary exchange only clothing. You may exchange uniform clothing during school hours Monday – Thursday 7:30am – 3:30pm and Friday. 7:30am – 3pm. Also, this program can be used to provide appropriate uniform attire for a student or students not following the dress code for the day. This program is available all year long.