Saint Michael School Uniform Philosophy – The use of uniforms has several significant benefits:
“A uniform silently teaches the lesson of equality while allowing individuality to shine through via action, words, and personality.”
Please ensure that your child adheres to our Uniform Dress Code and treats this code with respect.
Students who do not follow the uniform dress code will be asked to change into appropriate attire. The Principal has final discretion about the appropriateness of student attire.
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Saint Michael Catholic School generally observes three time periods of dress code requirements:
Uniforms may be purchased from any clothing retailer, as long as the items comply with the school dress code as outlined below.
We currently have vendor agreements with two uniform providers:
Tommy Hilfiger: We are pleased to announce that Saint Michael Catholic School has chosen School Uniforms by Tommy Hilfiger as our uniform partner for the upcoming school year. You can visit the company website at: https://www.globalschoolwear.com Partner School Code STMI03 When you shop through our school code, SMS receives a 5% cash back so thank you!
To be notified of sales during the year, signup here: https://www.globalschoolwear.com/emailsignup
French Toast: We also have a school uniform program with French Toast, a major supplier of school uniforms, where the school receives 5% back. You can visit the company website at: https://www.frenchtoast.com School Code: QS483B
Guidelines for Boys
Specific Guidelines for Boys
Boys in grades K-6 are expected to wear navy pants only, light blue Oxford shirts only, with the SMS plaid tie during the winter period. Boys are permitted to wear light blue Oxford shirts year round if they desire.
Boys in grades 7-12 are expected to wear khaki pants only, white Oxford shirts only, with the appropriate tie (see below) during the winter period. Boys are permitted to wear white Oxford shirts year round if they desire.
All boys in grades K-12 are permitted to wear short-sleeve or long-sleeve polo shirts, in white or navy, during the fall and spring periods only. (See above for dates)
**Grades K-8 SMS Plaid ties may be purchased in the school office.
**Grades 9-12 SMS Navy Striped ties may be purchased in the school office.
Boys in grades 9-12 are required to purchase a blazer. (Blazers must be labeled and left at school)
Uniforms must be worn to all away sporting events.
General Guidelines for Girls
Specific Guidelines for Girls
All girls in grades K-12 are permitted to wear short-sleeve or long-sleeve white blouses year round.
All girls in grades K-12 are permitted to wear white or navy polo shirts (short or long-sleeve) during the fall and spring periods only. (See above for dates)
Girls in grades K-6 may wear navy or SMS school plaid jumpers.
Girls in grades 7-12 are not permitted to wear jumpers.
Girls in grades K-6 are permitted to wear pants, skirts, and shorts in navy or plaid only.
Girls in grades 7-12 are permitted to wear pants, skirts, and shorts in navy, plaid or khaki.
Girls in grades 9-12 are required to purchase a blazer. (Blazers must be labeled and left at school)
Uniforms must be worn to all away sporting events.
Dress Code Policy: PE Uniform for Boys and Girls
On PE days, students in Kindergarten through 8th Grade will arrive at school in their PE uniforms.
Students in 9-12 grade should wear their uniforms to school, and bring a change of clothes for afternoon PE classes.
Dress Code Policy: Dress Down Days
From time to time during the school year, there will be announced Dress Down Days. These may be part of a celebration, a reward, or part of a school fundraiser. In addition, students are invited to “Dress Down” on their birthday, as a way to celebrate. If your student has a summer birthday, they are able to choose another day to redeem their “Dress Down” pass. (not on a Mass Day)
Students are expected to wear modest, casual clothes that are in keeping with the Catholic school environment. Tank-tops, yoga pants, mini-skirts, or dresses/skirts that do not conform to the established length requirements in the dress code policy are never permitted. If a parent or student is unsure if clothing is in compliance with these expectations, prudence would dictate that the outfit should not be worn.
**Please note: Students in our preschool program are exempt from the uniform dress code but are asked to follow the guidelines as they pertain to safety, cleanliness and modesty.