2019–2020 Grammar Lookbook & Guidelines

WHAT DOES A UNIFORM POLICY SAY ABOUT THE COR DEO SCHOOL?

Our development of a uniform policy is driven by a desire to create and promote an environment of learning where is not a distraction to the educational process. Therefore, are expected to be in uniform while on campus unless otherwise communicated by your child’s teacher. The Administration Team is responsible for the interpretation of the policy, and the enforcement of the policy is a joint effort between parents and staff. Below are some principles that guide our Uniform Policy:

• Our goal is to honor God in all we do. ° All our choices, including our , reveal and communicate a part of who we are. It is our desire to utilize our Uniform Policy to ensure modest, appropriate dress that creates an optimal atmosphere for learning and reflects our love for God.

• Clothing represents the vocational calling of a person, and the neat appearance created by a uniform reminds our students they are in a ready-to-learn atmosphere.

• help engender a cohesive presentation of the students in our school. ° When our students are in uniform it communicates, aesthetically, that they are part of the same team, working toward the same goals. The is part of a group identity that strives for excellence, and the policy establishes a tradition toward that end. GIRLS’ DRESS UNIFORMS | K–6TH

Girls Fine Gauge , Girls Solid Box Pleat Navy (logo required) of Knee, Khaki

Girls Short Sleeve Girls Chino Pants, Khaki Piped Collar

All dress uniform items must be purchased through Lands’ End except Dress with , , no- sole, Black and . Girls Solid Tights, Navy Girls Cable Knee Socks, Navy BOYS’ DRESS UNIFORMS | K–6TH

Boys Long or Short Sleeve Boys Performance Fine Gauge No Iron Pinpoint, V-Neck Vest (required for c White oncerts & field trips) or (in cold weather), Navy (logo required)

Boys Plain Front Tailored Kids Striped Tie, Chino, Khaki Classic Navy/Gold Stripe

All dress uniform items must be purchased through Lands’ End except Dress Loafers shoes, , or Laceups, Black Dress Socks, Boys Leather Belt, and socks. Navy or Black Black GIRLS’ EVERYDAY UNIFORM OPTIONS

Polo , Short or Long Sleeve, Navy or White Girls Fine Gauge (logo preferred but not required) Cardigan, Navy

Girls Performance Girls Short Sleeve , Girls Long Sleeve Blouse, Zip-Front Cardigan, White White Navy

• Some everyday wear for The Cor Deo School (polos, pants, and ) may be purchased locally and must match Lands’ End colors. Polos must have white/pearl buttons. • Logos are preferred but optional on polo shirts and jumpers. • and jumpers are optional everyday wear and must be purchased through Lands’ End. • Dress uniform cardigan may be worn as part of the everyday uniform. • Belts are encouraged when appropriate. and polos are to be tucked in. • Everyday socks and tights should be navy or white. for under skirts and jumpers should be navy. • Shoes should be chosen with care. Athletic and casual shoes in colors that coordinate with the school uniform are encouraged. GIRLS’ EVERYDAY UNIFORM OPTIONS

Girls Plaid Box Pleat Skirt Top of Knee, Classic Navy Plaid

Girls Chino Pants, Khaki Girls Uniform Plaid , Girls Plaid Pleated Top of Classic Navy Plaid Knee, Classic Navy Plaid

Girls Solid Box Pleat Skirt Top Girls Plain Front Skort, Khaki Girls Chino Plain Front Shorts, of Knee, Khaki Khaki

Girls Leggings, Navy (for use under skirts and jumpers only) Girls Solid Tights or Socks, Athletic and casual shoes in Black, Brown, Navy or White colors that coordinate with the or Navy Belt school uniform BOYS’ EVERYDAY UNIFORM OPTIONS

Polo Shirts, Short or Long Sleeve, Navy or White Boys Performance Zip-Front (logo preferred but not required) Cardigan, Navy

Boys Long Sleeve Boys Short Sleeve Boys Performance Fine No Iron Pinpoint, No Iron Pinpoint, Gauge V-Neck Vest, White White Navy BOYS’ EVERYDAY UNIFORM OPTIONS

Boys Plain Front Chino Shorts, Khaki

Black, Brown, or Navy Belt

Boys Plain Front Chino, Khaki

Athletic and casual shoes in Socks, colors that coordinate with the Navy, Black, or White school uniform

• Some everyday wear for The Cor Deo School (polos, pants, and shorts) may be purchased locally and must match Lands’ End colors. Polos must have white/pearl buttons. • Logos are preferred but optional on polo shirts and everyday navy and vests. • Dress uniform vest and shirts may be worn as part of everyday uniform. • Belts can be black, brown, or navy and are encouraged. Polos and shirts are to be tucked in. • Socks should be navy, black, or white. • Shoes should be chosen with care. Athletic or casual shoes in colors complimentary to the school uniform are encouraged for everyday wear. , flip flops, and open-toed shoes are not allowed. ACTIVE FIELD TRIP UNIFORMS

TEACHERS GIRLS BOYS

Polo Shirt, Short or Long Sleeve, , Short or Long Sleeve, Navy (logo required) Navy (logo required)

Polo Shirt, Short or Long Sleeve, Navy (logo required)

Girls Chino Pants, Shorts, or Boys Plain Front Chino Skort, Khaki Pants or Shorts, Khaki

Field trip uniforms may be used for everyday wear but must be worn on active or outdoor field trips. Teachers will communicate whether dress or Plain Front Chino Pants or Shorts, Khaki active field trip uniform is to be worn. RECOMMENDED/APPROVED OUTERWEAR

Insulated Vest, Navy Fleece , Navy (logo required) (logo required)

School Uniform Packable Rain Jacket, Navy (logo optional, fleece lined option also available) RECOMMENDED/APPROVED ACCESSORIES

School Uniform ClassMate Backpack, ClassMate Soft Sided Packable Cinch Sack, Navy (logo optional) Lunch Box, Navy Navy (logo optional) (logo optional)

Open Top Canvas Tote, Girls School Uniform Navy (logo optional) Headband, Navy or Classic Navy Plaid SPIRIT WEAR Available to students, staff, and parents for weekend and special event wear. Not for everyday uniform wear. Can be worn on free dress days. Available through Lands’ End.

Crew Sweatshirt Pullover Short or Long Sleeve Sweatshirt Essential & Performance Tees 2018–2019 COR DEO UNIFORM POLICY

VENDOR PARTNERSHIP The Cor Deo School is a partner with Lands’ End School Uniforms, and as such a percentage of each uniform purchase supports our school. Lands’ End items are guaranteed whether they have been washed, worn, or embroidered and can be returned at any time if you are not satisfied with the product.

Uniform items can be purchased online through their website (landsend.com, preferred school number 900181470) or in person at Lands’ End retail shops located in the Southcenter (Tukwila), Overlake Park (Redmond), or Au- rora Square (Seattle) Sears stores. Lands’ End has frequent “free logo,” 30%, 40%, and 50% off sales, which the school will publish on its Facebook page and in the school eNews as they arise.

Items marked with a single asterisk (*) may be purchased locally. Polo shirts with logos from Lands’ End are preferred, however we know that is not always financially possible. If pur- chasing locally, polos must have white buttons and polos, pants, and shorts must match Lands’ End colors. For girls, no rounded collers or ruffled shirts are allowed. THE DRESS UNIFORM The Dress Uniform is the required uniform for Chapel, all special events (unless otherwise noted by the teacher), and on some field trips. and outerwear are not permitted as part of the Dress Uniform.

DRESS UNIFORM FOR K–5TH GRADE GIRLS

• Khaki solid box pleat skirt, top of knee or khaki plain front chino pant • White short or long sleeve stretch, no-gape blouse • Navy fine gauge cardigan with Cor Deo logo • Navy solid tights or solid knee socks* • Navy or white bicycle shorts higher than the hem of skirt* • in black with traction*

DRESS UNIFORM FOR K–5TH GRADE BOYS

• Khaki plain front tailored blend chino pant • White short or long sleeve collared button down • Classic navy/gold striped to be tied tie • Navy fine gauge v-neck with Cor Deo logo • Optional Navy fine gauge performance sweater with Cor Deo logo (cold weather permitting) • Dress socks in navy or black* • Dress shoes in black with traction* • Black belt* THE EVERYDAY UNIFORM

EVERYDAY UNIFORM OPTIONS FOR K–6TH GRADE GIRLS

• One Navy polo shirt with Cor Deo logo for field trips (required) • Navy sweaters, vest, or fleece jacket with Cor Deo logo

Shirts • Navy short or long sleeve polo shirts* • White short or long sleeve polo shirts* • White short or long sleeve collared button down dress shirts

Bottoms** • • Classic navy plaid box pleated skirt top of knee • Classic navy plaid jumper • Khaki skirt, top of knee box pleat • Khaki chino pants* (Please note that dress uniform pants must be purchased through Lands’ End) • Khaki chino shorts*

Accessories/Shoes • Navy or white socks and tights* • Black, navy, or brown belt* • Hair accessories, small and consistent with uniform colors* • School shoes should be chosen with care. Athletic shoes in colors that coordinate with the school uniform are encouraged. may be worn with everyday uniform only as long as the heels are no higher than 1 inch or UGG style. Inappropriate shoes include slick soled dress shoes, open back shoes, flip-flops, sandals, and .* EVERYDAY UNIFORM OPTIONS FOR K–6TH GRADE BOYS

• One Navy polo shirt with Cor Deo logo for field trips • Classic blue/gold striped to be tied tie • Navy sweater, vests, and fleece jacket with Cor Deo logo • White short or long sleeve collared button down dress shirts

Shirts • Navy short or long sleeve polo shirts* • White short or long sleeve polo shirts*

Pants** • Khaki chino pants* • Khaki chino shorts* ** Please note that dress uniform pants must be purchased through Lands’ End)

Accessories/Shoes • Navy or white socks* • Black, navy, or brown belt* • School shoes should be chosen with care. Athletic shoes in coordinating colors (black, brown, navy, gray, white) are encouraged. Inappropriate shoes include slick soled dress shoes, open back shoes, flip-flops, sandals, and slippers.*

MISCELLANEOUS UNIFORM INFORMATION

FOR ALL STUDENTS • Uniform and free dress clothing must be in good repair, meaning all clothing items should be free from stains, holes, or tears. • Any outer is acceptable for outdoor play; however outer clothing worn in the classroom must be in compliance with school uniform policy. • are not to be worn except for health reasons or as part of your teacher’s curriculum theme. • Hair should be clean, well-groomed and cut in a style suitable for elementary age boys and girls.

PERTAINING TO BOYS ONLY • Hair must be above eyebrows and collar cut in a style suitable for elementary age boys (no mohawks or other specialty cuts).

PERTAINING TO GIRLS ONLY • , if worn, must not extend below the ear lobe. • Make-up is not permitted. • Nails must be short, clean, and neatly trimmed. Clear or flesh-toned nail polish is recommended. False nails are not permitted.

THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE NOT PERMITTED AS PART OF THE SCHOOL UNIFORM BUT MAY BE WORN ON FREE DRESS DAYS: • or • Sweats • T-shirts or collarless shirts • Skinny pants or leggings • Brightly-colored socks • • UGG-style

THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE NOT PERMITTED AT ANY TIME: • Sagging pants • Mini or ankle length skirts or • Clothing with inappropriate content depicted • Shoes that are not appropriate for play such as high-heeled shoes, flip-flops, etc. • Skimpy clothing such as mid-drift shirts, short shorts, or beach wear. UNIFORM POLICY ENFORCEMENT

First Infraction Verbal warning

Second Infraction Note sent home

Third Infraction Parent contacted by school administration

Fourth Infraction Student sent home, not allowed to attend class until wearing appropriate uniform clothing

If your child is struggling with dressing in uniform due to financial difficulties, please contact the school office. The Cor Deo School does not want financial strain to hinder any child’s attendance. thecordeoschool.org

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