Dress Code 2011-12
Uniforms are a tradition in Catholic elementary schools. In addition to providing a sense of group identity and self discipline, they reduce distractions, eliminate competition for attention, minimize social differences and make it easier for parents to get their children out the door on time in the morning.
Uniforms may be purchased through Fischer's Parochial Uniforms in Florissant, Missouri. In addition, many of the items for the school uniform may be purchased at local department/retail stores provided they are of the same color and style. However, Fischer's Parochial Uniforms is the official carrier of the navy blue plaid jumper, skirt, and culotte.
All students must be in uniform every day. There will be out-of- uniform days from time to time which will be announced during the course of the school year. If there is time when the prescribed uniform cannot for some legitimate reason be worn, a note from the parent/guardian must be sent to the principal. Students who are out of uniform without an excuse will be sent to the office. The parent will be called to bring proper clothing.
GENERAL DRESS CODE GUIDELINES
It is expected that all students maintain a neat, attractive, youthful appearance at school or in any situation which is an educational extension of the school day. (November 2008) Thus uncombed hair, oversized sweatshirts or blouses, flapping shirt tails, faded or low-riding pants, jeans with holes in them, torn hems, inappropriate short skirts, short shorts, or short culottes, skorts, cut-offs, sundresses, spaghetti straps, tank tops, sheer clothing, untied shoelaces, make-up, or hair-colored in any unnatural color and excessive jewelry are not appropriate for school and are not allowed.
Clothing that advertises alcohol or tobacco or values not in keeping with the Catholic values or tradition may not be worn at any time in or around school or at school sponsored functions.
Tattoos, writing on the body or clothing is not allowed.
Earrings must be unobtrusive and worn in both ears with the limit of two earrings per ear. No hoop earrings are permitted.
Hair must be neat and clean. Bangs must be above the eyebrows and are not permitted to be in the eyes. Boys' hair must be cut around the ears and above their collars. No extreme hair styles and colors are permitted.
UNIFORMS
BOYS
Pants must be navy blue plain pants and fitted to the waist. (If they are not purchased at Fischer's, pants must be the same style as those sold at Fischer's.) Navy blue walking shorts fitted to the waist may be worn at any time. Belts must be worn with pants or shorts.
Shirts must be basic/plain polo-style or turtleneck in white or hunter green. Shirts must be tucked in at all times. Any clothing worn under the shirt should not show nor have sleeves longer than the sleeve of the shirt.
Sweaters may be plain pullover (crew or V-neck), cardigan or sweater vest in navy blue or white. Ss. Peter and Paul school sweatshirts may be worn in navy blue or gray; navy blue Marquette sweatshirts may be worn. No stripes, prints or trim are allowed on sweaters or sweatshirts. Sweaters and sweatshirts may not have hoods or hand warmers. Jackets or coats may not be worn in the classroom.
Socks must be crew or knee length in white or navy blue.
Shoes must be tennis shoes or dress shoes. They must be in good condition and shoelaces must be tied. Athletic shoes must be worn on PE days. Snow or rain boots may be worn outside the building in poor weather, but not inside the school.
GIRLS
Grades K-5: Navy blue plaid jumper, culotte, or walking shorts. All must be worn to the knee and fitted to the waist. Navy blue slacks fitted to the waist may also be worn. Belts must be worn with slacks and walking shorts. (5th graders may also wear the uniform skirt.) Navy blue leggings may be worn from Dec. 1 to Apr. 1.
Grades 6-8: Navy blue plaid skirt, culottes, or navy walking shorts must be worn to the knee and fitted at the waist. Navy blue slacks fitted to the waist may also be worn. Belts must be worn with slacks and shorts. Navy blue leggings may be worn from Dec. 1 to Apr. 1. Note: spandex and knitted pants are not part of the SSPP uniform and may not be worn at any time.
Blouses must be basic/plain polo or turtleneck style in white or hunter green. All blouses or turtleneck shirts must be tucked in. Any tops worn under the blouse should not show nor have sleeves longer that the sleeve of the blouse.
Sweaters must be plain pullover (crew or V-neck), cardigan or sweater vest in navy blue or white. Ss. Peter & Paul school sweatshirts in navy blue or gray may be worn; navy blue Marquette sweatshirts may be worn. No stripes, prints, or trim may be worn on sweaters or sweatshirts. Sweaters and sweatshirts may not have hoods or hand warmers. Jackets or coats may not be worn in the classroom.
Socks must be crew or knee length in navy blue or white.
Shoes must be tennis shoes or dress shoes. They must be in good condition and the shoelaces must be tied. Athletic shoes must be worn on PE days. Snow or rain boots may be worn outside the building in poor weather, but not inside the school.
NON-UNIFORM DAYS
Students may be allowed to come to school out of uniform for certain school experiences or other days designated by the school office. When these days are announced, the following dress code will be in effect: dressy slacks, dressy jeans, dressy shorts or skirts. Shorts and skirts must be to the knee. Tops must be in good condition and modest. All clothing must adhere to the general dress code guidelines mentioned earlier.
HALLOWEEN COSTUMES
Students are allowed to wear Halloween costumes on the day of the Mission Carnival. Students are encouraged to wear costumes that display a positive role model such as a saint, a hero, or a literary character. Costumes cannot display any violence, gore, or blood, or anything not in keeping with Catholic traditions or values. Students in inappropriate costumes will be asked to change or be sent home to change clothing.
