Uniform Guide

SCHOOL UNIFORM REGULATIONS

DRESS CODE (3303)

St. Gregory the Great School has a standard uniform dress for all students, which will promote dignity, cleanliness, unity, respectfulness, and good health.  It is important that parents and students alike keep in mind that while in uniform, both on and off campus, students represent St. Gregory the Great School.  School uniforms serve the family in three ways:  it assures equality in dress and it reduces the cost of clothing for children who are at a rapid stage of growth.  Our school uniforms also unite us with a sense of pride for our school.  However, as the term “uniform” denotes, the dress must be standard; it is not uniform if there is a prescribed article of clothing missing or substituted.  All uniforms must be sized appropriately; oversized uniform clothing may not be worn. Students are expected to follow the dress code expectations of their biological sex throughout the school day and during all school events, which include, but are not limited to, athletics, extracurricular and social activities.

Uniforms must be purchased from Dennis School Uniforms located at 431 Isom # 101, 78216 School shoes (select styles) must be purchased from School Shoes Unlimited located at 2109 Vance Jackson Rd. 

LABEL ALL OUTERWEAR WITH STUDENTS FULL NAME.

• ONLY StG school uniform outerwear

is allowed to be worn in school buildings;

classrooms, gymnasium, labs, cafeteria, and church.

In addition to all specified items of school uniform, the following regulations are to be observed:

• Boys’ shirts are to be tucked in at all times.
• Girls’ unisex polo needs to be tucked in. 
• Girl’s polo shirts in “girl cut” do not have to be tucked in.
• Boys’ sock must be crew socks in black or white; or StG green or white crew socks. 
• Colored shoelaces are not acceptable. Laces must be tied. Writing is not allowed on shoes.
• Shirt sleeves must not be rolled up.
• Green P.E. uniform shorts/gym shorts must be worn under the skirts and jumpers.  No other type of short is allowed.
• Non-uniform items may not be worn with the uniform.
• Hoodies will NOT be worn during Mass.
• if pants, shorts, skirt, or skorts have belt loops, a black or brown belt must be worn.
• Students not in compliance with the uniform code will be addressed by the teachers and will be expected to correct the infraction.  Students who do not follow the uniform policies will be issued a responsibility signature.  Flagrant or continual infractions will be addressed by the Principal or designee. 

UNIFORM DRESS CODE (required for Grades Pre K3-8)

***Items of clothing should be boldly labeled with the student’s first and last name.***

*Note:   All t-shirts must be tucked in at all times.

All uniform pieces must be size appropriate for the age of the child.

 If the shorts and/or pants have belt loops, a brown or black belt must be worn. Pants/shorts must be worn at the waist at all times;

sagging pants and shorts is not allowed.

BOYS:        

• StG Khaki uniform pants-(all grades)--required on all Mass days. (usually Wednesday, with the exception of certain Holy Days of Obligation).
• StG Khaki uniform walking shorts (all-grades) --must be no shorter than 3 inches from the center of the knee; may be worn for P.E.

StG yellow jersey shirt (Pre K3 and Pre K4)   is being phased out this year-will only be allowed in the 2019-2020 school year, must be worn with uniform shorts or pants. 

• StG Navy Blue polo (Pre K3 and Pre K4)   NEW for the 2019-2020 school year may be worn with uniform pants or shorts.
• StG green or white polo “pique” or “jersey” material (K-8^th); available in short and long sleeve—can be worn on regular uniform dress days.
• StG long or short sleeved (NEW) white button down oxford shirt (K-8) with StG  straight or bow tie (8^th grade StG logo tie) on Mass days and additional days designated by administration.
• StG Spirit Shirt – Students who purchase the official 2019-2020 Spirit Shirt may wear it every Friday with their uniform bottoms, tucked in with belt if applicable.
  •  On the last Friday of the month, students may wear any StG shirt with jeans and tennis shoes for $2.00.
• Belts--brown or black required with the pants and shorts; no special, ornamental belt buckles are allowed. Not required for Pre K3 and Pre K4. 
• Socks-- Boys’ sock must be crew socks in black, white or StG green or white crew socks.  All other types of socks are not allowed.
• Shoes-- black athletic tie
  •  black penny loafer (optional for grades 6-8 only)--select styles available at School Shoes Unlimited.
  • Pk3-PK4 shoes must have Velcro, not laces.
• Undershirts may be black or white.

GIRLS:       

• StG solid Green jumper (Pre K3 and Pre K4)—is being phased out this year, required on all Mass days, only allowed in the 2019-2020 school year.
• *StG solid Navy Blue polo dress (PK-3 & PK4) – NEW for the 2019-2020 school year, to be worn on all Mass days.
• StG plaid jumper (K- 3^rd Grade)- required on all Mass days – no shorter than 3 inches from the center of the knee.
• StG skort (grades K-8^th) (may be worn on Mass days for 4^th through 8^th grade only) –no shorter than 3 inches from the center of the knee.
• StG plaid skirt (grades 4-8)--required on all Mass days; skirts and jumpers must be NO SHORTER THAN THREE INCHES FROM THE MIDDLE OF THE KNEE. Shorts may not be longer than the length of the skirts or jumpers.
• StG yellow jersey shirt (Pre K3 and Pre K4) is being phased out this year-may only be worn in the 2019-2020 school year, may be worn with uniform shorts or pants.
• *StG Navy Blue polo (Pre K3 and Pre K4)   NEW for the 2019-2020 school year may be worn with uniform pants or shorts.
• StG Green gym shorts -- must be worn by grades K-8 under skirt or jumper.
• StG Khaki walking shorts (all grades)--must be NO SHORTER than 3 inches from the center of the knee; may be worn for P.E. and under the uniform jumper or skirt.
• StG Khaki dress uniform pants (all grades)--may be worn in cooler weather; may be worn for P.E.; may be worn for Mass only when the temperature is below 40 degrees.
• StG Middy blouse—required on all Mass days but may be worn with all uniforms (jumper, skirts and shorts).  Undergarments must be white or beige.
• StG White or Green “pique” or “jersey” polo-(grades Kindergarten-8^th grade) can be worn on all regular uniform dress days.  Girls may wear unisex polo or girls’ style cut.  Also available in short and long sleeve.
• StG Spirit Shirt- Students who purchase the official 2019-2020 Spirit Shirt may wear it every Friday with their uniform bottoms, tucked in and with a belt if applicable.
• On the last Friday of the month, students may wear any StG shirt with jeans and tennis shoes at for $2.00.
• StG Plaid tie-(grades kindergarten -7^th grade); to be worn with white middy blouse, to be tied at all times.             
• StG Solid tie-(8^th grade girls only); to be tied at all times.             
• Belts--brown or black required when wearing a shirt tucked in and belt loops are present on the shorts or pants; no special, ornamental belt buckles are allowed.
• Socks--solid white crew, green or white knee socks, or StG green or white logo socks (no lace, no designs, no sport logos); solid white or black tights may be worn with/without the socks during the winter months.
• Shoes—navy blue or green and white saddle oxfords or white athletic tie (2^nd-8th) or
  • black penny loafer (optional for grades 6-8 only)--select styles available at School Shoes Unlimited.
  • Grades PK3 & PK 4 are required to purchase the white/black athletic shoe with Velcro tie.
• Undershirts may be black or white.
• On cold days, black or white leggings or tights are allowed under shirts, jumpers, and skorts.

• P.E./HEALTH and FITNESS DRESS CODE:

   

  ***Items of clothing should be boldly labeled with the student’s first and last name.***

   

• PK3-5^th Do not change uniforms for P.E.  Girls who wear Jumpers or Skirts are asked to wear Hunter green, black or StG jersey shorts under their jumpers and skirts. 
• Students in 6^th through 8^th grade are required to change and wear the StG P.E. uniform.
• White or black bikers must be worn under the StG P.E. uniform (for girls) for the health and fitness class.
• Only athletic shoes must be worn; the uniform athletic shoe may be worn for PE and health and fitness class.

• Note:  All P.E. and health and fitness attire must be size appropriate; no sagging of shorts allowed.

  Gym Rules: School discipline policies will be followed during physical education.  In addition, guidelines for gym class will be posted and explained to all students during class.

  ***All shorts must be no shorter than 3 inches from the middle of the knee.***

   

   

  OUTER WEAR: 

  ***Non StG outerwear is NOT allowed to be worn

  in any school buildings or church.***

• Parent choice for outside and playground in extreme cold, however StG outerwear is preferred.
• In cooler weather, only the following may be worn in the classroom, the library, the cafeteria, labs, gymnasium, and the church:
  • Hunter green uniform cardigan V-neck pullover sweater 
  • Hunter green St. Gregory School spirit jacket  
  • Grey St. Gregory School sweatshirt
    • Hoodies will not be worn at Mass.
  • Solid white, long sleeved knit shirt/white turtleneck may be worn under the uniform shirt
  • Girls may wear black or white tights or leggings on cold days.

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  A parent/guardian request for an exception to the school uniform code must be made in writing and be approved by the administration.  Students not in proper uniform will be subject to disciplinary action.

   

  FREE DRESS, AND SPIRIT DAY DRESS CODE (all grade levels):

• Free Dress Day (approved by the principal) attire will consist of appropriate school dress.
• Pants/shorts and shirts cannot be oversized; pant waist must be worn at the waist.
• T-shirts with gang, drug, rock group, skull(s), inappropriate, or violent designs are not allowed. 
• Shorts must be no shorter than 3 inches from the center of the knee; slacks, jeans, or capri pants may be worn; no holes or slits in the jeans or pants; skin tight leggings or pants are not allowed for 4^th through 8^th grade.
• No sleeveless, tank top, off-the-shoulder, low cut or spaghetti strap attire is allowed.
• Blouses/shirts must be long enough to cover the midriff and/or the back when arm is raised or student bends forward. 
• The length of dresses and skirts must follow the uniform code--no shorter than three inches from the middle of the knee.  Shorts must be worn under the skirt, but may not be longer than the skirt.   
• Tennis shoes/athletic shoes are allowed on Free Dress days; heels are not permitted.   
• Clogs, flip-flops or backless shoes are not permitted; sandals with back straps are permitted for grades K-8. 
• A belt must be worn with slacks or shorts that have belt loops.
• StG grooming code must be followed.
• StG Spirit Shirt - Students who purchase the official 2019-2020 Spirit Shirt may wear it every Friday with their uniform bottoms.
  • On the last Friday of the month, students may wear any StG shirt with jeans and tennis shoes for $2.00.

• Note:  If a student forgets free dress day, he/she may NOT call home or

  receive a delivery from home to change at school.

  GROOMING (Applicable for all grade levels with uniform and for Free Dress/Spirit days):

• Neatness and cleanliness is expected of each student.
• Make-up:  NO make-up is to be worn on school days or to school sponsored activities.  
• Sculptured nails or nail polish are not allowed.
• Jewelry: (Girls Only) Earrings may only be worn for pierced ears on the earlobe.  Only stud earrings may be worn and may not extend below the earlobe (one earring in each earlobe). 
• Jewelry: (Boys and Girls)
  • One watch may be worn (not Smart Watches or other watches with internet capabilities). 
  • One religious medal, cross, or crucifix necklace may be worn. 
  • One religious pin and/or school organization pin may be worn on school attire. 
  • One religious ring may worn.
  • One religious bracelet may be worn. 

• ***Should items of jewelry become distractions from the learning process,

  teachers may ask students to not wear them to school.***

  No other jewelry will be permitted. 

  Eighth grade students may wear their retreat cross necklace. 

  Boys are not allowed to wear earrings or other type of body piercing. 

  The school is not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged jewelry.

• Hair Accessories:  Only St. Gregory's plaid or solid colors from the plaid are allowed for hair accessories (ribbons, bows, barrettes, headbands).  No accessories are to be excessive in size or length and no flowers, metallic, or sparkly decorations allowed.
• Hair:  No fad haircuts or hairstyles are allowed;
  • Spiked haircut may not be longer than a half inch.
  • Hair may not be higher than 1 inch from the top of the scalp
  • Hair may not be artificially streaked, highlighted or colored.
  • No feathers or hair weaves are allowed.
  • Haircuts, hairstyles, or hair color that is deemed inappropriate by the Administration will be subject to an immediate required change.
  • Boys’ hair must be above the eyebrows; over the ears, and above the collar. 
  • Girls’ hair may not cover their eyes. 
  • Hair must be kept clean, neatly combed or brushed at all times. 
  • The Principal or designee will be the final judge of what hairstyles will be acceptable. 
  • Facial hair (7^th & 8^th grade Boys) such as a mustache or sideburns is not permitted.  Students with facial hair are expected to be clean-shaven.
  • Writing and drawing will not be allowed on any part of the person or any part of the school uniform, including footwear, except on the field day t-shirt on field day.

  • The dress code and grooming code are applicable to the Extended Day care programs, co-curricular, and extracurricular events, unless otherwise noted.  The administration is the final arbiter of uniform policies.