DRESS CODE St. Joan of Arc code is motivated by the following: 1. All children, no matter what their economic status, are treated fairly and equally. We know that sometimes our culture makes this difficult. 2. contribute to placing attention where it belongs, on academics, not . It is not unusual in today’s work place for a to be in effect at a place of business that is in keeping with the image the business wishes to project. 3. All persons are respected for who they are, not for what they wear. 4. Safety at school is a factor in the design of the code.

The school dress code is in effect for all students in grades K-8 beginning the first day of school. Any “special dress” days will be announced when applicable. Please note all changes or items of importance are hi-lighted.

Mass day dress code for all students is listed before “Grade 6, 7, & 8 Dress Code Alternatives”.

Girls’ and Jumpers • Should be of appropriate length • NO more than 4 inches above the knee • NO navy Blue jumpers, skirts, or Jumpers: Grades K-4 • Color: Hunter/Classic Navy plaid (Landsend) • Color: Navy/Green polyester plaid (Schoolbelles) Skirts, Split Skirts: Grades 5-8 Skirts are not to be rolled at the • Color: Hunter/Classic Navy plaid (Landsend) • Color: Navy/Green polyester plaid (Schoolbelles) Plaid Walking or Skorts: Grades K -8 • Color: Hunter/Classic Navy plaid (Landsend) • Color: Navy/Green polyester plaid (Schoolbelles) Boys’ and Girls’ Attire Grades K - 8 Slacks: Dress “uniform style” slacks only • Colors: Black, Navy Blue, or Khaki • Solid cotton or cotton blend twill, or corduroy material • No knit or material • Not formfitting • Internal pockets only • No , jean styles, joggers, or slacks with rivets • No elastic ankles or elastic waist • No leg pockets • Belts must be worn with pants • Belts should be of the leather or canvas variety with a simple buckle of solid colors appropriate to our dress code

Revised June, 2017 Shorts: Dress “Uniform Style” walking shorts • May NOT be worn between November 1st and March 31st • Colors: Navy Blue, Khaki, or Black • Cotton or cotton blend twill • Internal pockets only • Appropriate length (no higher than 4 inches from of knee) • No decoration or trim, no rivets • Belts must be worn with shorts (see above) : • Solid Colors: White, Black, Navy Blue or Red • No decoration or trim (small manufacturer logo permitted) • Must be visible above by at least an inch , , and Turtlenecks: • Blouses and shirts must have a collar (oxford for boys, oxford or peter pan for girls) • Solid Colors: Gray, Light Blue, Navy Blue, or Red in color • Sleeves may be long or short • Cotton knit combination material • 2-3 button down knit • Must be tucked in at all times • No decorative trim (lacy collars or sleeves, etc.) • Under shirts worn should not be visible beyond sleeve length • Modesty must be considered /Vest: pullover, V-neck, or buttoned (SJA Logo only on Navy Blue 2017-18 available through Schoolbelles) • Colors: Solid White, Black, Red, or Navy Blue with SJA Logo • Long sleeves or vest • Must be worn over a uniform shirt or turtleneck with the collar showing • Must be of traditional sweater material and waist/hip length • No fleece or knit material • No hoods or zippers on the sweaters • No fads Sweatshirts: • Color: Red with embroidered St. Joan of Arc Logo • Must be worn over a uniform shirt or turtleneck with the collar showing • Must be purchased through St. Joan of Arc school office • No exceptions Shoes: Dress shoes • Worn on regular uniform days (not gym days) • Colors: solid Brown, Black, Navy Blue • Appropriate and sturdy enough to wear outside at recess • No , open-toed or open-heeled shoes, or crocs • No narrow heels, no high heels above 1 inch • No hiking, snow, or fad are to be worn to classes GYM DAYS ONLY: tennis shoes • Must have laces • No wheels • No light up

Revised June, 2017 Hair Styles: • Hair must be a natural color • Hair must be out of students’ eyes • Fads in hairstyles are not permitted (Examples: Steps, tails, or spikes are not permitted.) • Hair should be off/above the collar and earlobes for boys. • Boys should be clean-shaven with sideburns no longer than the bottom of the earlobe Jewelry: • Boys - NO permitted • Girls - button-type earrings only • Only one per ear • No fad or bracelets • /bracelet must be simple, thin, with a small medallion only • No -style necklaces • Only one necklace, bracelet, and ring may be worn at a time • Make-up, fingernail polish, and fake nails are not permitted Gym Clothes: On gym days, students wear their gym uniforms all day. Eliminating the changing of clothes saves significant instructional time. • Shorts: Black shorts with SJA logo must be purchased through SJA office • Must be at least three inches below fingertips when arms are straight at sides • No under shorts • Sweat pants: Black • No cargo pockets permitted • No White or other colored stripes permitted; a 3” manufacturer logo is permitted • Students may not wear only gym shorts to school when the weather is cold. (November 1st through March 31st ) • Sweat pants may NOT be-form-fitting, wind pant, leggings or joggers • Shorts and sweatpants are not to be rolled or worn low • Tee shirts: MUST be the St. Joan of Arc short sleeve tee shirts • Must be purchased through the SJA office • Current SJA gym shirt valid through June, 2018 • New SJA gym shirt optional 2017-18, required 2018-19 • : worn over tee shirt • Color: Red with St. Joan of Arc logo purchased through the SJA office • NO writing on a tee shirt or sweatshirt other than the St. Joan of Arc logo Because the gym uniform serves as a school uniform, parents are asked to monitor the clothing for rips, tears, and other “wear” marks. Sweatpants are not to be cut at the ankles or worn dragging on the ground.

Casual Dress Days Jeans or casual dress pants, shorts or skirts • No rips, holes, excessive length, or worn with a droop • No form fitting jeans or leggings • Shorts & skirts appropriate length Tee shirts or sweatshirts • NO logos for music groups, drugs or alcohol, violence, or inappropriate language • NO halter tops, tank tops, spaghetti straps, or bare midriff.

Revised June, 2017 Dress Up Days Dress slacks and shirts; no jeans, sweatpants, tee shirts, or sweatshirts. Dress shoes or school shoes; please watch the size of heel or any other feature that may cause a safety hazard. Girls may wear or skirts of an appropriate length and style. No spaghetti straps. Modesty always.

Mass Days Dress Code • All students must wear dress shoes (no Vans etc.) • Girls must wear /skirts with White or Light Blue (not a polo) and either Navy or cardigan November 1st through March 31st • Boys must wear White or Light Blue dress shirt (not a polo) with tie (purchased through SJA) and either Navy sweater vest or cardigan November 1st through March 31st

Grades 6, 7, and 8 Dress Code Alternatives • Grades 7 & 8 • - Purchase through school • May be worn with the regular uniform November 1st through March 31st • May NOT be worn to Mass or on field trips • Girls may wear light make-up (defined at the beginning of the school year). • Grades 6, 7 & 8 • Shoes - Vans or Sperry canvas type • Colors: Solid Khaki, Blue or Black • Must have laces (No on) • May NOT be worn to Mass

Consequences Because the dress code is clear, well defined, and given with ample advanced notice, failure to appear in regulation dress will result in the following disciplinary actions. A student will be expected to correct a dress code violation on the spot if possible; shirt tucked in, non-code earrings and jewelry removed, non-code sweaters or sweatshirts removed.

Dress Code Protocol: 1. Verbal warning 2. Written warning 3. Conduct Card (upper hall) Loss of recess (lower hall) 4. Conduct Card and change of clothes/Detention (before/after school) 5. Office referral, conduct card, change of clothes and student return with parent for conference with principal and behavioral contract

Conclusion If in doubt, parents should check with the office before buying an item of clothing in question. Parents are responsible for seeing that their children are dressed according to code. We ask your cooperation in fairness to all. Please do not put the school in the awkward position of telling you that a child cannot wear a certain item that you have already purchased because it does not fit the code. The decision of the principal is final. If there is an extenuating situation that prohibits a child from being in uniform, the parent or guardian should send a note of explanation to school with the child. SJA understands that emergencies can arise.

Revised June, 2017