School Uniforms

All students are required to wear the school uniform beginning the first day of school. The uniform should be kept clean and neat at all times. Children should report to school well groomed.

Parents will be called to bring a change of clothing for any student in violation of the dress code. Continued disregard of our dress code will result in disciplinary action. The judgment of the Principal is final in all questions about the dress code. Students who exhibit constant disregard for the dress code may not be allowed to participate in an “out-of-uniform" or “dress-down” day. 

One of the primary purposes of the Catholic school is to teach Catholic values.  The school uniform is an observable sign at school and in the public forum of the values being taught in our schools.  The Catholic school uniform is designed to be modest and appropriate, irrespective of current fashion trends and styles.  The school uniform shall be worn in a way that is consistent with professional dress in a respected business or occupation.

Students should appear neat and well-kept when representing their Catholic school in their uniform.  The school uniform shall be worn in a way that reflects the Christian principles taught in our schools.

Part of each child's growth process is learning to take pride in their appearance and dress properly: hence cleanliness and proper grooming are expected of every student, pre-kindergarten through grade eight at St. Michael Catholic School.  School uniforms allow students to: 
***Limit distractions, thereby, increase their academic focus 
***Contribute to a more formal learning environment 
***Help reduce negative peer pressure and the concern over "fitting in"
***Ensure that students’ attire is modest and in line with Catholic beliefs

All students are to arrive on campus properly dressed.  Shirts must be tucked in completely with belts in place.

Dress Uniform:

• No pants or shorts; khaki skort
• White polo or oxford with logo and Peter Pan collar
• Sweatshirts of any kind may not be worn in church.

Daily Uniform:

• Khaki skort
• Evergreen SMCS polo shirt with logo
• SMCS outerwear or sweaters with school logo; all other sweaters or sweatshirts are prohibited.
• Socks, etc.
  • Solid white or evergreen knee socks or crew socks.  
  • NO ankle or peds (no show) socks are permitted.  
  • White or green tights or leggings to the ankle may be worn in colder weather.
• Shoes
  • Should be sturdy, fully enclosed, non-skid shoes.
  • Need to be secured with laces, Velcro, buckle, or sturdy strap for safety.  
  • Shoelaces must match the shoe and be solid in color. They must be securely laced and tied.
  • All shoes must be brown leather or suede and worn with the uniform every day with the exception of PE day.
  • No Ugg-style, Croc-style, Heely’s (with or without wheels), open-toed/open-back shoes, or flip-flops are permitted. 

PE Uniform:

• Green gym shirts with school logo
• Gray mesh shorts or gray sweatpants with school logo
• Spirit wear, athletic sports team shirts, or any other t-shirts or shorts/pants may NOT be worn.
• PTO Gator Gear is allowed.
• Socks
  • Solid white crew socks.
  • NO ankle or peds (no show) socks are permitted.  
• Shoes
  • Sneakers must be worn on PE days.
  • Plain sneakers are preferred.
  • No Ugg-style, Croc-style, Heely’s (with or without wheels), open-toed/open-back shoes, or flip-flops are permitted. 

Dress Uniforms:

• Plaid skirt
• White oxford blouse with logo
• Sweatshirts of any kind may not be worn in church.

Daily Uniforms:

• Plaid skirt
• Evergreen SMCS polo shirt with logo
• SMCS outerwear or sweaters with school logo; all other sweaters or sweatshirts are prohibited.
• Socks, etc.
  • Solid white or evergreen knee socks or crew socks.  
  • NO ankle or peds (no show) socks are permitted.  
  • White or green tights or leggings to the ankle may be worn in colder weather.
• Shoes
  • Should be sturdy, fully enclosed, non-skid shoes.  
  • Need to be secured with laces, Velcro, buckle, or sturdy strap for safety.
  • Shoelaces must be match the shoe and be solid in color. Laces must be securely laced and tied.  
  • All shoes must be brown leather or suede  and worn with the uniform every day with the exception of PE day.
  • No Ugg-style, Croc-style, Heely’s (with or without wheels), light-up sneakers, character sneakers, open-toed/open-back shoes, or flip-flops are permitted. 

PE Uniforms:

• Green gym t-shirts with school logo
• Gray mesh shorts or gray sweatpants with school logo
• Socks
  • Solid white crew socks.
  • NO ankle or peds (no show) socks are permitted.  
• Shoes
  • Sneakers must be worn on PE days.
  • Plain sneakers are preferred.
  • No Ugg-style, Croc-style, Heely’s (with or without wheels), light-up sneakers, character sneakers, open-toed/open-back shoes, or flip-flops are permitted. 

Dress Uniform

• No shorts; plain khaki pants
• White SMCS polo shirt with logo
• Solid brown belt
• Sweatshirts of any kind may not be worn in church.

Daily Uniform

• Plain khaki slacks or shorts
• Solid brown belt
• Evergreen SMCS polo shirt with logo
• SMCS outerwear or sweaters (through Lands’ End) with school logo; all other sweaters or sweatshirts are prohibited.
• Shoes
  • Should be sturdy, fully enclosed, non-skid shoes.
  • Shoes need to be secured with laces, Velcro, buckle, or sturdy strap for safety.  
  • Shoelaces must match the shoe and be solid in color. Laces should be securely laced and tied.
  • All shoes must be brown leather or suede and worn with the uniform every day with the exception of PE day.  
  • No Ugg-style, Croc-style, Heely’s (with or without wheels), light-up sneakers, character sneakers, open-toed/open-back shoes, or flip-flops are permitted.
• Socks
  • Crew ONLY must be solid white.
  • NO ankle, peds, or “no show” socks are permitted. 
     

PE Uniform

• Green gym t-shirts with school logo
• Gray mesh shorts or gray sweatpants with school logo
• Shoes
  • Sneakers must be worn on PE days.
  • Plain sneakers are preferred.
  • No Ugg-style, Croc-style, Heely’s (with or without wheels), open-toed/open-back shoes, or flip-flops are permitted.
• Socks
  • Crew ONLY must be solid white.
  • NO ankle, peds, or “no show” socks are permitted. 

Dress Uniform:

• No shorts; plain khaki pants
• White dress shirt with logo, school plaid tie, and brown belt (Grades 5, 6, 7, 8).
• Evergreen blazer with school logo (Grades 7, 8)
• Sweatshirts of any kind may not be worn in church.  

Daily Uniform:

• Plain khaki slacks or shorts
• Solid brown belt
• Evergreen SMCS polo shirt with logo
• SMCS outerwear or sweaters with school logo; all other sweaters or sweatshirts are prohibited.
• Shoes
  • Should be sturdy, fully enclosed, non-skid shoes.  
  • Shoes need to be secured with laces, Velcro, buckle, or sturdy strap for safety.  
  • Shoelaces must match the shoe and be solid in color.  Laces must be securely laced and tied.
  • All shoes must be brown leather or suede  and worn with the uniform every day with the exception of PE day.
  • No Ugg-style, Croc-style, Heely’s (with or without wheels), light-up sneakers, character sneakers,  open-toed/open-back shoes, or flip-flops are permitted.
• Socks
  • Crew Socks ONLY must be solid white.
  • NO ankle, peds, or “no show” socks are permitted. 

PE Uniform:

• Green gym t-shirts with school logo
• Gray mesh shorts or gray sweatpants with school logo
• Spirit wear, athletic sports team shirts, or any other t-shirts or shorts/pants may NOT be worn.  
• PTO Gator Gear is allowed.
• Shoes
  • Sneakers must be worn on PE days.
  • Plain sneakers are preferred.
  • No Ugg-style, Croc-style, Heely’s (with or without wheels), light-up sneakers, character sneakers,  open-toed/open-back shoes, or flip-flops are permitted.
• Socks
  • Crew Socks ONLY must be solid white.
  • NO ankle, peds, or “no show” socks are permitted.

Hair

• Older boys must be clean-shaven.  
• Hair should be neatly groomed (out of the eyes) and natural in color.  
• Boys’ hair should be cut above the collar and above the eyebrow, and no longer than mid-ear on the sides.  Ponytails and clips are not acceptable.

Makeup

• Makeup, including nail polish, is prohibited and should not be worn in school.

Jewelry

• One simple watch, ring, necklace, and tasteful bracelet is permitted.  
• Girls’ earrings should be a single stud worn in the ear lobe or a small hoop/dangle no longer than 1 inch.  
• No other jewelry is permitted.
• Earrings on boys are prohibited.

Non-Uniform Policies

• All clothing worn at school events (including non-uniform days – whether during or after school hours) must be modest, tasteful, and in accordance with Catholic moral standards.  
• Torn, faded, or oversized clothing is not allowed; no costumes/dress-ups, tank tops, muscle shirts, shirts which do not cover the mid-section, shirts/dresses with spaghetti straps/strapless, or see-through clothing is allowed.  
• Wording/language on clothing should be appropriate for school.  
• Shorts, shorts, skirts, and dresses must be modest in length.
• Clothing should fit appropriately and be neither too loose or too tight.
• No flip-flops or high heels may be worn.  Sandals with closed toes are permitted.