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Dress Code

St. Francis of Assisi School

Dress Code - PE Uniform - SFA On-Line Book Store, Spirit Wear

 

ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL DRESS CODE
Uniforms can be purchased through the following:

Carpenter Uniform Promotional Products,
5801 Thornton Avenue,
DM 50321
Phone: 283-1985
Carpenter's specializes in shorts/skorts, school plaid, sweatshirts, shirts.

Image Solutions specializes in logo items, Spiritwear, PE uniforms.
Image Solutions can be reached at the following link
http://www.imagesolutionsdm.com/stores/sfaschool

Lands' End
Visit
http://www.landsend.com/school to see their selection of clothing that meets our dress code.  Be sure to mention the Saint Francis uniform code (900058330) when placing your order.
 

It is a decision of the Board of Education that all students will abide by the St. Francis of Assisi Dress Code. Parents are expected to help the school enforce the dress code policy by checking their children's attire each morning. All students must come to school in dress code - changing at school in the mornings will not be allowed.
 

Spirit wear is apparel that represents St. Francis School, however it is not to be considered as part of the dress code. Spirit wear is worn on designated days such as special jean days, or spirit wear days. Please click here to access the flyer/order form.

ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL DRESS CODE
SLACKS:
Navy blue or khaki CLASSIC dress slacks. Corduroy or twill only. Pants must be worn at the waist with a belt. The following are not permitted: rivets, baggy pants, Capri pants, extra pockets (cargo/painter), loops or ankle zippers, dragging hems.

SHIRT/BLOUSE:
Solid navy or white shirt. Must have collar and sleeves. Must be tucked in. Approved styles are oxford cloth/cotton button downs, polo knit, turtleneck or mock turtleneck. No denim or chambray. No logo except approved SFA logos. SF hunter green will be permitted for middle school students grades 6-8.

SWEATER:
Solid navy or white sweaters. Approved styles are cardigan, vest, v-neck and crew neck. Approved uniform shirt MUST be worn underneath. No hoods or fleece. SF hunter green permitted for middle school students.

SWEATSHIRTS:
Approved SFA sweatshirt. Approved uniform shirt MUST be worn underneath.

COULOT/JUMPER:
SFA school plaid or SFA navy. May not be shorter than 3” above the knee. The uniform plaid is recommended dress for girls for uniformity at SFAS. These items must be purchased through Carpenters Uniforms.

SHORTS:
Navy blue or khaki CLASSIC walking shorts.  Twill or corduroy only.  Shorts may be worn in August, September, May and June only.  Shorts must be worn at the waist.  May not be shorter than 3” above the knee.  Trendy short shorts worn at the hips and oversized, baggy shorts may NOT be worn.  The following are not permitted:  rivets, Capri pants, extra pockets (cargo/painter) or loops.

SKORT:
Navy blue or khaki skort from Carpenter’s only.  Carpenter's skort may be worn year round.

BELTS:
Belts must be worn with clothing that has belt loops. Extra belt length must be worn in belt loops. Kindergarten is exempt from belts.

SHOES/SOCKS:
Shoes must be closed toe and closed heel. No wheels. Socks or tights must be worn at all times. Socks must be visible above shoe tops – minimally up to ankle. Sandals may be worn during August, September, May and June. Sandals must have a back strap. No flip flops, pool sandals, or thongs with socks.

OTHER:
*Jewelry: Simple religious jewelry is permitted. Earring posts/studs are permitted for girls only. *Hair must be well groomed at all times. Hair length for boys may not be over the collar and should be neatly trimmed around the ears and eyes. No hair pieces, hair dye or extreme cuts or styles which include shaved shapes and shaved heads.
*Facial hair is not permitted.
*Tatoos, including temporary, washable tattoos, are not permitted.
*Backpacks: no wheels.

 

All final dress code decisions will be determined by the administration.
While it is impossible to predict fashion trends year to year, the classic clothing items in this dress code can always be found in area stores and catalogs. Clothing that does not conform to these guidelines may not be worn at school. Uniform jumpers, skorts and coulots must be purchased at Carpenter’s.

*All clothing must be worn in the manner intended. (i.e. no shirts/jackets tied around waist).
*Scouts may wear their uniform shirt/blouse on their meeting days.
*On "Dress-Up Days" students are not to wear jeans or T-shirts.
*Students disregarding guidelines for special dress days will lose that privilege.
*On "Jean Days" no baggy or torn clothing, tank tops or short shorts, sweat/wind pants. Sweatpants, running suits, mesh/shiny fabric practice/sports shorts and the like are not allowed. Students need to wear socks and safe shoes, no flip flops or pool sandals. Clothing must be appropriate for a Catholic School Setting.

 

Consequences (per quarter) for Violation of the Dress Code:
K-8th grades:

  • 1st time: a note will be sent home stating that the student was in violation of the dress code.

  • 2nd time: another reminder note will be sent home.

  • 3rd time: a phone call to parents from teacher.

  • 4th time: parents must bring appropriate clothing to school.

Flagrant violations will result in the student having to call home and not being readmitted to class until the violation is corrected. All students in Grades 3-5 will pull a discipline card for untucked shirts. Middle school students will receive a discipline mark for untucked shirts.

 

 

REQUIRED ATTIRE FOR PHYSICAL EDUCATION:
Grades kindergarten through eight must have socks and tennis shoes for PE for student safety and the protection of the gym floor.

Students in grades 6-8 will dress in St. Francis shorts and t-shirts for PE. Students in grades 6-8 who have P.E. first period may wear their P.E. clothes to school.

 

WINTER ATTIRE:
All students are expected to dress appropriately for winter weather. Students will be outside unless severe conditions exist. During the winter months, encourage students to wear mittens, hats, heavy coats and boots. For the health of each student, boots/overshoes are expected in wet and snowy weather. Students should bring an extra pair of shoes to wear inside when they wear boots.

 

SFA On-Line Book Store for School Uniform Apparel

Image Solutions, is a new addition to our school uniform vendors. They offer an on-line Saint Francis Uniform store at http://www.imagesolutionsdm.com/stores/sfaschool.  Please note that Image Solutions offer a wide variety of approved uniform apparel, Carpenters Uniforms is the only vendor offering the Saint Francis Plaid for girls skorts and jumpers.

 

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