Middle School Uniform Policy 2014 - 2015

FOREST RIDGE SCHOOL OF THE SACRED HEART
Middle School Uniform Policy 2014 - 2015
Uniforms are an integral part of who we are as a Sacred Heart Community. Students are expected to
be in uniform during the school day (8:25 – 3:10). Uniforms are to be kept in good wearing
condition – no rips, tears or hanging hems. There are differences between the uniform policies of the
Middle and High schools. This uniform policy may be adapted as needed throughout the year; any
change to policy will be communicated via Middle School Homeroom, advisory and grade level portal.
Dress Uniform
Worn every Monday and on designated special events. At assemblies and special events the white
polo shirt may not extend beyond the bottom of the green sweater.
Plain white “polo” style shirt
Shirt
 Long or short sleeves
 Must have a collar
 No colored emblems, piping or decorations
 Shirts must fully extend below the top of the skirt – no exposed midriffs
 Plain white, crewneck short sleeve t-shirts or white camisole may be worn
under the under the polo
 No other color t-shirt or camisole may be worn under the polo.
 Shirt-tail of the t-shirt or camisole may not fall below hemline of the polo
Forest green cardigan or pullover
Sweater
 Purchased only from the Dennis Uniform Store or Land’s End
Black watch plaid skirt
Skirt
 Purchased only from the Dennis Uniform Store
 No shorter than 3 inches above the top of the kneecap
Forest Ridge green or black tights or Forest Ridge green knee highs. Black leggings or
Socks
footless tights may be worn if tucked into boots (may not be worn with shoes).
Leggings or footless tights must be free of decoration or pattern and may not be shiny.
Athletic or yoga pants are not allowed.
Solid black or dark brown dress shoes or dress boots. There are some dress
Shoes
uniform events when boots will not be allowed (example – Prize Day).
 Boots must be worn with solid forest green or black tights
 No open toe shoes – sandals
 No open back shoes – clogs
 No athletic shoes– tennis shoes, hiking boots, cowboy boots, rain boots
 No sparkles, pattern or other color on shoes or boots
 Soles of shoes black or brown
Uniform Options
Shirt
Worn Tuesdays – Fridays unless otherwise designated
Plain white or forest green “polo” style shirt
 Long or short sleeve
 Turtlenecks okay
 Must have a collar
 Shirts must fully extend below top of skirt or pants - no exposed midriffs
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No colored piping or decorations
No heavy weight rugby style shirts
Plain white camisole or crewneck short or long sleeve t-shirts may be worn
under the under the polo
 Shirt-tail of the t-shirt or camisole may not fall below hemline of the polo
Sweater Forest Ridge green sweater
or
 Purchased from the Dennis Uniform store or Land’s End
Sweatshirt Forest green or grey “Forest Ridge” sponsored sweatshirts
or
 Purchased from Land’s End
Vest
 Must have school name or emblem on the sweat shirt
Forest green fleece or down vest
 Purchased from Land’s End
 Must have school name and emblem on the vest
Solid Khaki or corduroy slacks
Pants
 Khaki is a light tan or light brown. Army green or brown pants will not work.
 No jeans or pants of dungaree type material
 No side cargo pockets or outside pockets
 No Capri or cropped pants
Khaki shorts
Shorts
 No shorter than 3 inches above the top of the kneecap
 No longer than the top of kneecap
 No cargo shorts
Black watch plaid skirt or skort
Skirt or
Skort
 Purchased from the Dennis uniform store
Khaki skirt
 No shorter than 3 inches above the top of the kneecap
White or Forest Ridge green knee highs or ankle socks
Socks or
White, Forest Ridge green or black tights
tights
Black leggings or footless tights may be worn if tucked into boots (must be free of
decoration or pattern and may not be shiny). No athletic or yoga pants allowed.
 Socks must be worn
 Socks need to be visible
Miscellaneous
Out of
Uniform
 Students who are out of uniform will receive a “code of respect” violation.
 If you are out of uniform you are not allowed to make announcements during
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homeroom or assemblies
If a student needs to be out of uniform for a serious reason, she should bring a
note from her parent/guardian stating the reason
Pajama bottoms or leggings are not allowed
You may not wear a uniform skirt with other option bottoms
Jackets/coats may be worn over a Forest Ridge sweatshirt, sweater or
vest when not in class
Hats, sunglasses and scarves are not to be worn during class, assemblies or
liturgies
Belts must be functional not decorative
High
School
Uniform
Privileges
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Capri and cargo pants are a high school privilege
No socks is a high school privilege
Wearing class and sports sweatshirts as part of the high school uniform
Navy blue sweaters and oxford shirts are senior privileges
Gym Uniform
Worn during PE classes only
No gym uniform needed for 5th grade
Required
PE
uniform
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T-shirt
Sports shorts
Athletic socks
Non-marking athletic shoes – Keds are discouraged because they don’t
provide enough support for athletic activity
Sweat pants or tops may be worn over the required items.
Pajama bottoms or leggings are not allowed
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Free Dress
1 Friday of the Month
On Student’s birthday with prior approval from Dean of Students
Special “reward” free dress days – designated periodically throughout the school year
General
 You are expected to dress appropriately and modestly
Guidelines
 Clothing must be clean and free of rips and tears
 Clothing which displays advertisements for alcohol, cigarettes or that uses
inappropriate language or symbols are not allowed.
 Pajamas or other sleepwear are not appropriate free dress attire
 Any questions see the Dean of Students
 Free Dress guidelines apply to any school sponsored event
Shirts
 No tank tops
 Sleeveless tops need to extend to the edge of the shoulder
 Extend fully below the top of the skirt or pants – No exposed midriffs
 Must have a modest neckline
 No slogans
Shorts,
 No shorter than 3 inches above the top of the kneecap
skirts and
dresses
Birthday
 You are entitled to a free dress on your birthday.
Free
 Summer birthdays are celebrated on student’s half birthday
Dress
 Birthday free dress pass will be handed out the week of your birthday or halfbirthday
 You must use your free dress pass within a week of your birthday or halfbirthday
 Birthday free dress may only be worn on option days (Tuesday – Friday)
Dressy
 All free dress guidelines apply, plus
Free
 You may not wear jeans, shorts, sweatshirts, athletic shoes, foam or rubber
Dress
flip flops