The school uniform is a symbol of our school. As such, we expect students to look and be representative of their St. Andrew School Catholic Education. A well-groomed appearance, neatness and cleanliness in both dress and person are important and expected. All students in grade K-8 are required to dress according to the school’s uniform dress code. Lands End is the school’s authorized uniform supplier. The preferred school code is: 900190547. Parents are asked to see that their child(ren) are dressed in accordance with the requirements of our uniform dress code found in the school handbook.

 

DRESS CODE 

The purpose of the dress code is to provide an atmosphere for learning that is free from distraction and characterized by modesty, that enhances the students’ self-image and eliminates unnecessary competition among students. The cooperation of parents in enforcing the dress code is expected. 

Girls: Jumper, skirt, slacks, or shirts with uniform shirt. Girls in grades K-3 wear the plaid uniform jumper. Girls in grades 4-8 wear the plaid uniform skirt. As 4th grade is a transition year, the uniform jumper may also be worn. Girls may also wear slacks or shorts. Navy slacks for girls in grades K-5, and khaki slacks in grades 6-8.

Boys: Slacks or shorts with uniform shirt.

Tops: All students may wear GREEN collared shirts. Students in grades K-5 may also wear white collared shirts. All tops, shirts, or blouses are to be tucked into the skirt/slacks or shorts at all times. 

Bottoms: Navy slacks and shorts  for students in grades K-5. Khaki slacks or shorts for grades 6-8. Shorts may be worn by both girls and boys during the months of August, September, May and June. If weather permits this schedule will be altered. No cargo style with side pockets are permitted. Corduroy may be worn. If slacks are designed for a belt, a belt must be worn. No cargo style with deep pockets, or jean type pants with rivets are permitted. 

Sweaters/Sweatshirts: Only plain navy blue or green sweaters (cardigan, vest style or pullovers) may be worn. Sweatshirts with the school logo are available through Lands End, and when the school webstore is available. 

Shoes: Dress shoes or tennis shoes may be worn; high heels are not acceptable. Tennis shoes must be clean, laced to the top and tied, and should be different shoes from the ones worn in gym. 

Socks: Students must wear either navy or white socks at all times. Socks may be knee-highs, ankle socks or tights. No socks with designs are permitted. 

Accessories: Due to safety concerns, only small post earrings worn in the lobe of the ear are allowed. No dangling earrings. Only necklaces with crosses or religious medals may be worn. Wrist watches are acceptable. Smartwatches are not permitted. Any other jewelry is prohibited. Hats are not to be worn in the building.

Make-up: Make-up, artificial nails or overly long nails, are not allowed. Body markings and tattoos, whether permanent or temporary, are not allowed. Girls may wear nail polish if well maintained.

Hairstyles: Hair should be worn off the face and out of the eyes and should be well groomed. No unnatural hair color, hair extensions or wraps are allowed. Simple hair accessories may be worn. Hair for boys must be above the shirt collar. All Rockford Diocesan Schools will not prohibit hairstyles historically associated with race, ethnicity, or hair texture, such as braids, locks, and twists.

DRESS CODE ENFORCEMENT

1. Students are responsible for knowing and complying with the dress code. Parents have the primary

responsibility to see that their child is in compliance.

2. In school, all teachers have the responsibility and authority for ensuring compliance of the dress code.

3. Repeat violations will be reason for referral of the student to the principal.

4. The principal may allow variations of the dress code on specific days and will make the final determination regarding dress and grooming not specifically covered by the dress code.