QUINCY CATHOLIC SCHOOLS DRESS CODE POLICY
2005 - 2006 SCHOOL YEAR
The Quincy Catholic Schools strive to create an atmosphere conducive to learning, appropriate behavior, neatness, orderliness, and good morals and values. The way one dresses is a direct reflection on the individual student and the school itself. Students are expected to dress neatly, modestly and appropriately for school. At any time, the principal has the direction to decide if an item of clothing or a child's personal appearance abides by the letter or spirit of the dress code and will take the proper steps to remedy the situation, as needed. FULL PARENT COOPERATION AND ASSISTANCE IN MONITORING THEIR CHILD'S ATTIRE AND COMPLIANCE WITH THIS DRESS CODE IS EXPECTED.
GIRLS
1. Girls shall wear: skirts, jumpers, slacks, Capri pants, skorts, or walking shorts in the solid colors of navy blue, black or khaki tan.
They are to have no lettering, emblems, or designs and are to be made of a "dress material" such as cotton twill, wool, corduroy, or polyester blend.
Skirts, jumpers, skorts and shorts must have a hemline no shorter than three inches above the knee.
Sweatpants, bib overalls, jeans, denim, nylon sport wear, leggings, and spandex are not allowed.
2. Girls are to wear blouses, shirts or turtlenecks in the solid colors of red (not maroon), white, light blue, navy blue, black or forest green.
All tops must have turndown collars, and may have long or short sleeves.
No lettering, contrasting colors, emblems, etc. are permitted except for a small logo (no larger than 2" x 2") original to the shirt.
Shirts and blouses must be tucked in at all times.
T-shirts and other shirts worn under regular school shirts must be white with no lettering or pictures to show through the school shirt. The sleeves must not be longer than those of the outer shirt.
3. Girls may wear tights in the solid colors of red, white, blue, forest green and black.
4. No make-up may be worn to school. Clear fingernail polish is allowed. Artificial fingernails are not permitted.
BOYS
1. Boys are to wear: slacks or walking shorts in the solid colors of navy blue, black or khaki tan.
They are to have no lettering, emblems, or designs and are to be made of a "dress material" such as cotton twill, wool, corduroy, or polyester blend.
Shorts must have a hemline no shorter than three inches above the knee.
Sweatpants, bib overalls, jeans, denim, nylon sport wear, leggings, and spandex are not allowed.
2. Boys are to wear shirts in the solid colors of red (not maroon), white, light blue, navy blue, black or forest green.
All shirts must have turndown collars, and may have long or short sleeves.
No lettering, contrasting colors, emblems, etc. are permitted except for a small logo (no larger than 2" x 2") original to the shirt.
Shirts and blouses must be tucked in at all times.
T-shirts and other shirts worn under regular school shirts must be white with no lettering or pictures to show through the school shirt. The sleeves must not be longer than those of the outer shirt.
EVERYONE
1. Neatness and cleanliness are very important. Clothing must be neat and clean, must fit appropriately, and be properly mended, as needed.
2. Sweaters, sweater vests, and sweatshirts in the solid colors of white, red (not maroon), light blue, navy blue, black and forest green may be worn over the regular school shirt, provided that they are not a hooded sweatshirt.
3. Official school sweatshirts and sweaters (of any color) from any of the current seven Catholic elementary schools and parishes may also be worn, provided that they are worn over a regular school shirt.
4. Scouting uniforms may be worn on scout meeting days.
5. Socks are required. They are to be a solid color and must be visible above the shoe.
6. Shoes: Sandals, flip-flops, backless shoes, and high-heeled shoes are not to be worn to school for safety reasons.
7. Jewelry, including watches, necklaces, bracelets, and earrings, should not be distracting to the student or to others. Due to safety reasons, only small post-style earrings are allowed.
8. Hair cut, color, appearance, and accessories should not be a distraction or disruption to the student or to others. Hats, scarves, etc. may not be worn in the classroom during the school day.
9. Tattoos (permanent and temporary) and visible body piercing other than ears are not allowed.
*Many stores and catalogs carry clothing that fit our dress code. All area major clothing stores have been contacted regarding our dress code requirements in order to stock appropriate clothing and sizes. Please contact the principal with any questions you may have regarding appropriate school attire for your child.
Created 2/21/1999, changed 06/07/05