Dress Code

2011-2012

The dress code provides a standard for our students, which fosters an environment conducive to learning and respectful behavior. Final decisions regarding the school uniform rest with the principal/administration.

GENERAL APPEARANCE AND CLEANLINESS

When parents send their child to St. Bernadette School, it is understood that they agree to uphold the uniform policy. If a child comes to school without a complete uniform, the parents are expected to send a note to the teacher explaining why. It is expected that students come to school properly bathed, neatly dressed, in clean clothes, hair combed, clean nails, and shoes shined. Ties will no longer be worn by girls or boys. Shirts must be buttoned. This year, Flynn & O'Hara is offering several styles of shoes for the uniform.

Uniform Requirements & Other Pertinent Information
• Uniforms must be purchased at Flynn & O'Hara Uniform Company. Now Flynn and O'Hara is selling shoes that have been approved by administration.
• The boys' and girls' shorts and girls' gray trousers are optional items.
• Items marked with an * are those indicating FULL UNIFORM. The full uniform is required for all Masses and special occasions.
• All girls' uniform skirts must be at knee length. Skirts will need to be lengthened as the girls grow.
• All girls' and boys' uniform shirts and PE shirts must be tucked in.
• Athletic shoes are only permitted for Physical Education.
• Fad haircuts of any kind, including dyed hair, are not permitted.
• Boys' hair is to be cut above the collar, eyebrows and ears. Girls' bangs should be above the eyebrows or clipped away from the face.
• Boys must wear belts.
• "Hoodies" and other clothing are not permitted while in the school.

BOYS SCHOOL UNIFORM-KINDERGARTEN TO GRADE 8
*Navy blue trousers
No Dockers
Pants should fit at the waist and be hemmed to the proper length.
*Short sleeved white perma-press shirt with a collar
*Navy blue or black leather belt
*Navy blue or plain white athletic socks
No logos
Must cover ankles
*Navy blue V-neck pullover sweater with St. Bernadette name
The sweater is part of the winter uniform and must be worn from November 1 to April 1. Only uniform sweaters may be worn in the classroom. No other sweaters or sweatshirts will be allowed at any time during the year. The red St. Bernadette sweatshirt is a privilege only for 8th grade students.
*Shoes
Dark brown, black or navy leather or leather-like that fit below the ankle bone.
No canvas shoes, sneakers, or athletic type shoes or boots are permitted. In addition, no shoes with retractable wheels ("heelies") are permitted.
Athletic shoes will be worn for P.E. class.

OPTIONAL SUMMER UNIFORM FOR BOYS--KINDERGARTEN TO GRADE 8
THROUGH OCTOBER 31 AND BEGINNING APRIL 1
*Navy blue walking shorts
*White knit shirt with St. Bernadette emblem or regular uniform shirt
*Regular uniform belt, socks, and shoes.

GIRLS SCHOOL UNIFORM-KINDERGARTEN TO GRADE 5
*Jumper Uniform grey trousers may be worn during winter.
Navy blue plaid
Knee length
*White blouse with round Peter Pan collar and short sleeves
*Navy blue opaque knee high socks
*Navy blue tights permitted
*Navy blue V-neck sweater with St. Bernadette name
The sweater is part of the winter uniform and must be worn from November 1 to April 1. Only uniform sweaters may be worn in the classroom. No other sweaters or sweatshirts will be allowed at any time during the year.
*Shoes
Dark brown, black or navy leather or leather-like that fit below the ankle bone
Flat heels no higher than 1 inch
No canvas shoes, sneakers, or athletic type shoes or boots are permitted. In addition, no shoes with retractable wheels ("heelies") are permitted.
Athletic shoes will be worn for P.E. class

OPTIONAL SUMMER UNIFORM FOR GIRLS-KINDERGARTEN TO GRADE 5, BEGINNING APRIL 1 THROUGH OCTOBER 31
*Navy blue walking shorts with a cuff
*White knit shirt with St. Bernadette emblem or regular uniform shirt
*Plain white athletic socks
No logos
Must cover ankles
No tennis shoes
*Regular uniform shoes.

GIRLS SCHOOL UNIFORM-GRADES 6 TO 8
*Blue plaid skirt, knee-length Uniform grey trousers may be worn during winter.
Note: skirts may not be rolled-up at the waist
*White oxford, button-down, short sleeved shirt
*Navy blue opaque knee high socks
*Navy blue tights permitted
*Navy blue V-neck sweater with St. Bernadette name
The sweater is part of the winter uniform and must be worn from November 1 to April 1. Only uniform sweaters may be worn in the classroom. No other sweaters or sweatshirts will be allowed at any time during the year. The red St. Bernadette sweatshirt is a privilege only for 8th grade students.
*Shoes
Dark brown, black or navy leather or leather-like that fit below the ankle bone with laces and straps. No slip-on or flats. Flat heels no higher than 1 inch.
No canvas shoes, sneakers, or athletic type shoes or boots are permitted. In addition, no shoes with retractable wheels ("heelies") are permitted.
Athletic shoes will be worn for P.E. class
OPTIONAL SUMMER UNIFORM FOR GIRLS-GRADES 6 TO 8
THROUGH OCTOBER 31 AND BEGINNING APRIL 1
*Navy blue walking shorts with a cuff
*White knit shirt with St. Bernadette emblem or regular uniform shirt
*Plain white athletic socks
No logos
Must cover ankles
No tennis shoes
*Regular uniform shoes

Make-up, nail polish, and jewelry
Make-up and nail polish may not be worn to school. Girls are permitted to wear small post-type earrings. Only one earring per ear is allowed-no multiples. It is understood that earrings are never permitted for boys. No other jewelry is allowed; however, watches and religious medals are allowed for both boys and girls. Eighth grade girls are allowed to wear clear nail polish. This is a privilege only.

HAIR
Fad haircuts of any kind, including dyed hair, are not permitted. Boys' hair is to be cut above the collar, eyebrows and ears. Girls' bangs should be above the eyebrows or clipped away from the face. Parents will be contacted if a student will not comply with this policy. A student may be asked to stay home until the hair is corrected.

P.E. UNIFORM FOR BOYS AND GIRLS-GRADES K TO 8
The P.E. uniform is required. It is important that the P.E. uniform fit properly and that the shorts and/or shirt be replaced as the student's growth changes. When students are not in P.E. class, their P.E. t-shirts must be tucked in. The P.E. uniform for boys and girls in grades K to 8 is also purchased through Flynn & O'Hara Uniform Company.

Boys' and Girls' P.E. Uniform
*Navy blue nylon shorts (nylon shorts only)
*Ash tee shirt and ash sweatshirt with small St. Bernadette rosary emblem in red in the left pocket area below the shoulder
*Navy sweat pants with the St. Bernadette seal
*Athletic shoes and white athletic socks

ATHLETIC SHOES AND SOCKS
Athletic shoes and plain white athletic socks are required in all grades Kindergarten to 8 for physical education classes. Socks must cover the ankle and must NOT contain any logo, writing or color other than white. It is recommended that students in Kindergarten and Grade 1 wear athletic shoes with velcro closures for P.E. No sneakers with retractable wheels ("heelies") or shoes that light up are permitted.

Athletic shoes should be supportive to the foot and ankle. Flat slip-on style casual shoes,
Converse, and Vans shoes are NOT permitted for running and PE activities. All shoes must be laced properly while in PE class.

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