Sts. Joan of Arc & Patrick School views the education and formation of its students as its most important task. All aspects of school life must support this task. Therefore, the school requires students to dress in a manner that contributes to the creation of a Catholic-Christian learning environment. Teachers are expected to enforce the dress code in their classrooms. Anything that becomes a distraction in a given classroom may be addressed by the classroom teacher as he or she deems appropriate. The administrator will have the final say in any uniform matter. Our uniform policy helps create an atmosphere that builds on personal discipline and equality. The Sts. Joan of Arc & Patrick School Uniform Policy also allows our students to be recognized as members of our community who actively demonstrate the values inherent in our school mission. Students are expected to conduct themselves as ambassadors representing Sts. Joan of Arc & Patrick School. STSJP retains the right to make changes to the policy at any time. Any such changes will be published in the School Newsletter. Therefore, the following uniform policy will be enforced.
v All clothing must be purchased through Logo USA or Land’s End, uniform suppliers of Sts. Joan of Arc & Patrick School.
v Coats, hats and non-uniform sweatshirts or sweaters are not to be worn in Church or the classroom. If a student is cold, he/she should wear the appropriate fleece sweatshirt.
Shirts: Logo USA/Land’s End short or long-sleeved blue or white polo shirt or white oxford shirt with Sts. Joan of Arc & Patrick School logo. Any shirts worn under dress code shirts must be white with sleeves that do not exceed uniform policy shirt sleeve. Shirt collar must be visible.
Pants: Logo USA/Land’s End black pants with the STSJP monogram on the left pocket.
Shorts: Logo USA/Land’s End shorts with the STSJP monogram on the left pocket are permitted April through October only, unless conditions warrant, which will be determined by the school administration.
Optional Outerwear: Logo USA/Land’s End blue crewneck sweatshirt or blue fleece with school logo. Land’s End Zip-front Drifter Black Cardigan Sweater.
Socks: White or black matching socks. Any insignia should be black or white.
Shoes: All shoes should be black, white, and/or gray. Other colors may be visible (i.e. an insignia or outline) but the majority of the shoe should be black, white, and/or gray. The administrator’s decision will determine whether or not the shoe meets requirement. No light-up shoes or “Heelys.” Dress shoes may have buckles. Shoes must have backs; heels may be no higher than 1 inch. Shoe laces must be tied. Boots may be worn when weather warrants but must be removed before class. Pants may not be tucked into boots. No shoes with holes (this includes the croc-style shoe).
Hair: Hair must be kept clean, neat and combed. Hair length does not fall over the collar or ears, or below the eyebrows. Hair should be a natural color. No designs, including Mohawks, shall be shaved into the hair. No “faux hawks” or other extreme hair styles. Facial hair is not allowed.
Shirts: Logo USA/Land’s End short or long-sleeved blue or white polo shirt, white peter pan collar shirt or white oxford shirt with Sts. Joan of Arc & Patrick School logo. Any shirts worn under uniform shirts must be white with sleeves that do not exceed uniform policy shirt sleeve. Shirt collar must be visible.
Shorts: Logo USA/Land’s End black shorts with the STSJP monogram on the left pocket are permitted April through October only, unless conditions warrant, which will be determined by the school administration.
Skort or Skirt: Logo USA/Land’s End black skort for grades K-5 only. Logo USA plaid kick pleat skirt for grades K-8.
Jumper: Logo USA V-neck plaid jumper.
Socks: Solid-colored white or black matching socks, tights or knee socks. It is acceptable to wear lace trimmed fold down socks as long as they are black or white matching. During the months of November through March solid-colored white or black tights must be worn with the skirt, skort, or jumper at all times. No knee socks during those months.
Hair: Hair must be kept clean, neat and combed. Hair should be a natural color. Hair should not hang over the eyes. No designs, including Mohawks, shall be shaved into the hair. No “faux hawks” or other extreme hair styles. “Bangs” do not fall below the eyebrows.
Hair accessories must match colors in school uniform (white, black, royal blue, gray or yellow). Hair accessories should not exceed 3 inches in diameter. Hair rubber bands have to match the uniform colors: white, black, royal blue, gray or yellow. There is no reason for multiple rubber bands to be worn on the wrist.
Logo USA/Land’s End Gym Uniform is required for students in Grades Three through Eight.