DRESS CODE AND UNIFORM POLICY
Parents are responsible for their child’s compliance with the dress code/uniform policy. In the event
of any discrepancies, the principal will make the final decision as to the appropriateness of uniform,
hair, etc. In the event that a student is out of uniform, the parent will be contacted by the school
office, and the parent will need to promptly make arrangements to meet the requirements.
Shirts/Blouses (ALL grades)
White, navy, maroon or red collared shirt, short or long sleeve. No prints
or logos.
Jumpers (Girls K5-5)
Hunter PLAID - appropriate length (one inch above knee or lower). Leggings,
tights or shorts should be worn underneath.
Skirts (MIDDLE SCHOOL ONLY)
Hunter PLAID skirt or skort-appropriate length (one inch above
knee or lower). Leggings or shorts should be worn underneath.
Pants (ALL)
Navy, khaki or black. No leggings (in grades 3rd-8th) in place of uniform pants, but
leggings (navy/black) may be worn under a jumper or skirt.
Shorts (ALL)
Optional and ONLY during Aug. - Oct. and Apr. - June, or when approved by the
principal. Navy, black or khaki uniform shorts. Conservative style and appropriate length. No
shorter than 4 inches from the knee.
Sweatshirts/Fleece/Sweaters (ALL)
● St. Joseph logo or plain crewneck sweatshirts in white, navy, red, maroon or gray.
● Fleece with SJS logo ONLY.
● Crewneck, cardigan, or V-neck sweater in white/cream, navy, maroon, or red (only SJS logo
allowed).
● NO HOODED SWEATSHIRTS (except for Spirit wear days-see below).
Spirit Wear Days -
EVERY FRIDAY Spirit wear or school colors (gray and maroon) with uniform
bottoms. Circus, Play, Fractions in Action, Class shirts are allowed. Hooded sweatshirts are allowed,
but hoods may NOT be put up.
Out of Uniform Days
● Student’s Birthday (unless birthday falls on a Mass day, in which case they may dress
casually on the following school day).
● Scout Uniforms may be worn on meeting days.
● Using an “Out of Uniform” pass (only on specific days - 2 per month).
● Special Days announced by the Principal (ex. Packer Game, Seton Tournament).
● No uniforms required after Memorial Day.
● No Leggings/Jeggings allowed in grades 3rd – 8th
Gym Uniforms
ALL students must have an extra pair of gym shoes just for gym class to be kept at school.
Grades 4-8 will change for gym class. Grey “St. Joseph School” t-shirt and solid athletic shorts.
NO spandex or biking shorts. Gym t-shirts are available through Spirit wear orders and on the
school website (Parents, Policies & Forms, Dress Code & Uniform Policy).
Hair/Jewelry/Nails
● ALL students should have neat, clean hair that is kept out of the eyes.
● Only natural hair color (no glitter strands/hair wraps/etc.).
● Any jewelry worn to school needs to be appropriate for the school environment. If it causes a
distraction or safety issue, child/ren will be asked to remove it.
● Nail length must not interfere with student work.
Cell Phones and Smart Watches All cell phones and smart watches will be collected and stored in
the classroom at the beginning of the day. They will be returned to students at the end of the day.
Shoes (ALL)
● Shoes must have a full back and closed toe.
● Shoelaces must be tied.
● No Crocs or shoes with heels (including wedges).
● Students must have outside boots during winter months.
Jeans (ALL) When jeans are allowed, jeans must have proper fit and NO tears, rips or strings. No
jeggings or leggings allowed.
Never Allowed T-shirts with offensive messages/slogans, halters, crop tops or spaghetti strap
shirts. Leggings or Jeggings in grades 3rd – 8th.