Uniforms
DRESS CODE
The choice to have and maintain the practice of having a uniform reflects a decision made by parents and administrators. The uniform is a way to express that we stand for equality, mutual and self-respect, and inclusiveness. Parents are wholeheartedly encouraged to discuss with their children our uniform and what it represents for Holy Redeemer, and to make every effort to conform to the dress code. Casual infractions of the dress code are matters for reminders, rather than disciplinary measures. Repeated or purposeful infractions may represent a small step along a continuum toward opposition and defiance and away from core school values. The student opting in this negative direction will be reminded of his or her responsibility to be a positive presence, rather than a distraction. Beyond this reminder phase, repeated infractions may necessitate parent contact and/or disciplinary intervention.
The following regulations regarding dress are in effect beginning the first day of school. We ask your cooperation in adhering to every item of this dress code.
All students in grades K-8 are required to be in full uniform each school day except special theme days throughout the year. It is strongly advised that every article of clothing be clearly and indelibly labeled with your name. Dates for changing seasonal uniforms are listed below and on the school calendar.
Uniform policies are designed to minimize competition with regard to designer labels and social trends. The school reserves the right to determine appropriate attire and accessories.
Dates for uniform changes:
Fall uniform August 27, 2012
Winter uniform November 5, 2012
Spring uniform April 8, 2013
DRESS CODE
Girls’ Uniform
Grades Kindergarten through Fifth
Fall/Winter/Spring
Plaid Jumper worn at knee length
White blouse with Peter Pan collar worn with jumper only
Black or brown leather dress shoes (no heels) or Oxfords
Plain white or blue crew, over-the-ankle socks
must be at least 2 inches above the ankle,
NO golf socks, NO logos
Plain white or navy tights
Blue socks/blue tights, white socks/white tights
Navy cardigan with school logo
Navy pullover with school logo
Shoelaces: white, black, brown or khaki ONLY
Grades Sixth, Seventh and Eighth Fall/Winter/Spring
Plaid skirt no higher than 2 inches above the
knee – not rolled at the waist
White oxford button down shirt, long or short sleeved
with skirt only; shirt must be tucked in at all times – no oversized shirts
Black, brown leather dress shoes (no heels) or Oxfords
Plain white or blue crew, over-the-ankle socks
must be at least 2 inches above the ankle,
NO golf socks, NO logos
Plain white or navy tights
Blue socks/blue tights, white socks/white tights
Navy pullover with school logo
Shoelaces: white, black, brown or khaki ONLY
Girls’ Uniform – Fall and Spring Options
Blue walking shorts
Belt – black brown or navy must be worn with shorts
White polo shirt with school logo with shorts only
Blue walking shorts
Belt – black, brown or navy must be worn with shorts
White polo shirt with school logo, long or short sleeved with shorts
White polo shirt with school logo, long or short sleeved with skirt for 8th grade girls only
GIRLS'S ACCESSORIES – ALL GRADES
JEWELRY – A watch, one ring, only stud earrings (no dangling or loop -- only one per ear) a cross or medal on a chain, one bracelet in support of a cause {must be approved by the Principal} no charm bracelets.
T-SHIRTS – Only plain white t-shirts are permitted under shirts and blouses (NO LOGOS)
MAKE-UPS – may not be worn (eye shadow, blush or lipstick/lip-gloss)
NO NAIL POLISH
SHOES NEVER PERMITTED – flip-flops, crocs, Uggs, sandals, ballerina shoes, slippers, any type of boots, clogs, boat shoes, skateboarding shoes, high heels
HAIR – NO hair coloring or highlighting, large bows or clips
NO pajama pants or sweatpants are permitted under the uniform
BOYS’ UNIFORM
Grades Kindergarten through Fifth
Fall/Winter/Spring
Dark navy blue slacks – MUST be worn with belt
No jeans or cargo pants; slacks worn at the waist
Black, brown or navy leather belt REQUIRED to be worn with slacks/shorts
Light blue polo with school logo, long or short sleeved shirts MUST be tucked in
Plain white or navy crew socks, over-the-ankle sport socks
MUST be at least 2 inches over-the-ankle
NO logos, NO golf socks
Black or brown leather dress shoes
Navy cardigan with school logo
Navy pullover with school logo
Shoelaces – black, brown or khaki ONLY
Grades Sixth, Seventh and Eighth
Fall/Winter/Spring
Dark blue navy slacks -- MUST be worn with belt
NO jeans or cargo pants; slacks worn at the waist
Black, brown or navy leather belt REQUIRED to be worn with slacks/shorts
Light blue button down oxford shirts, long or short sleeved (Winter Requirement)
Shirts MUST be tucked in at all times
Plain white or navy crew socks, over-the-ankle sport socks
MUST be at least 2 inches over ankle and NO logos, NO golf socks
Black or brown leather dress shoes
Navy pullover with school logo
Plain navy blue tie
MUST be worn with oxford shirt at all times
Shoelaces – black, brown or khaki ONLY
Boy’s Uniform – Fall and Spring Options
Dark navy blue walking shorts
Belt MUST be worn, shorts worn at waist Dark navy blue walking shorts
Belt MUST be worn, shorts worn at waist
Light blue polo shirt with school logo, long or short sleeved with shorts or pants only, shirt MUST be tucked in at all times
BOY'S ACCESSORIES – ALL GRADES
JEWELRY – A watch, one ring, a cross or medal on a chain (worn inside shirt), one bracelet worn in support of a cause {MUST be approved by Principal}, NO earrings permitted.
T-SHIRT – Only plain white t-shirts are permitted under shirts (NO logos)
HAIR – Standard haircuts. NO fads or extreme styles, hair must be above collar, eyebrow and ears. (Inappropriate hairstyles will be determined by the administration.)
SHOES NEVER PERMITTED – sandals, flip-flops, crocs, slippers, clogs, skateboarding shoes, boat shoes or any type of boots.
PE UNIFORM – GIRLS’ AND BOYS’
GRADES KINDERGARTEN THROUGH EIGHTH
Fall/ Spring
HR red gym shorts
HR red t-shirts
Athletic shoes: worn ONLY on PE days (no designer or multi-colored shoes)
Plain white crew socks or white over-the-ankle sport socks
MUST be at least 2 inches over-the-ankle
NO logos, NO golf socks
Shoes laces – white or black
NO multi-colored
Winter (Optional for Fall/Spring)
HR blue sweatshirt
worn over PE t-shirt
HR blue sweatpants
worn over PE gym shorts -- NO cutting elastic in bottom or pants
Athletic shoes worn only on PE days
Plain white crew or white over-the-ankle sport socks
MUST be at least 2 inches over-the-ankle
NO logos, NO golf socks
Shoelaces – white or black
NO multi-colored
If a student does not wear appropriate socks to school, they will be sent to the Clinic and will be given a pair of crew socks.
PE Sweatshirts may NOT be worn in place of the HR navy sweater
Jackets, sweaters, or hoodies may NOT be worn in the classroom, hallways or Church during Mass.
NOTE: If PE falls on a Mass day, PE uniform may be worn with athletic shoes. If PE falls on a theme day, theme clothes should be worn with athletic shoes.
PRE-K DRESS
Dress for the Pre-K can be regular everyday clothes or the Holy Redeemer uniform. There is no specific requirement like there is for Kindergarten through Eighth grades.
UNIFORMS ARE TO BE KEPT CLEAN AND NEAT AT ALL TIMES.
A student may be denied access to class if dressed inappropriately.