Uniform Policy
Uniform pieces and spirit wear items can be purchased at Cumpy's any time by clicking: https://www.cumpys.com
Shoes: All students should wear tennis shoes daily. Boots, crocs, sandals, dress shoes, etc. are not permitted.
Socks: Socks should be white or black.
Shirts: Shirts should be hunter green or white polo shirts. These can be short or long sleeved. Logo shirts can be purchased at Cumpy's, but are not required. Shirts should be tucked in at all times.
Belts - Students in grades 4-8 should wear belts with shorts/pants daily. Belts should be brown or black.
Shorts - Shorts are allowed to be worn by boys and girls from August 20- November 21. Shorts should be navy and should come right above the student's knees. Cargo shorts and sweat shorts are not permitted.
Pants - Navy, flat front pants are permitted. Cargo pants, sweat pants, and yoga pants are not permitted.
** Boys and girls in Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grade are encouraged to wear shorts/pants with elastic waistbands (no buttons) to make it easy to use the restroom.
Jumpers - Girls in grades K-3 are allowed to wear our plaid jumpers. These can be purchased in person or online at Cumpy's.
Skirts - Girls in grades 4-8 are allowed to wear our plaid skirts. Skirt length should reach the knees or right above. Girls must wear tight fitting, spandex style shorts underneath skirts through November 21st and black or navy leggings during the Winter Weather months. These can be purchased in person or online at Cumpy's.
*** Navy skirts and jumpers are permitted, but are not the preferred choice. All girls should have at least one plaid jumper/skirt to be worn most often.
Outerwear - All outerwear (sweatshirts, hoodies, jackets, sweaters, etc) should be plain or logo navy or hunter green. Logo items can be purchased online or in person through Cumpy's. Any plain. navy or hunter green sweater, crew neck sweatshirt, or jacket is allowed. Items with writing on them or items of other colors are not allowed.
Coats, Hats, Gloves - Any color/style coat, hat, and gloves may be worn during the winter months. These items will be worn outside. Any items worn inside should meet the outerwear requirements above.
Hair - As we honor the dignity of each student, hair should reflect simplicity and cleanliness. Students are expected to maintain natural hair colors. Bright or unconventional colors such as pink, purple, green, or blue are not allowed.
Girls' hairstyles should be modest and appropriate for a learning environment.
Boys’ hair should be neatly trimmed and not cover the eyes or face.
SPIRIT DAYS: St. Patrick T-Shirts, Sweatshirts, Sweatpants, and Gym Shorts will be sold from Cumpy’s in August and throughout the school year. These items are approved to wear on school spirit days.
DRESS CODE VIOLATIONS:
Students will be evaluated for dress at the beginning of each day. For students who are in violation of the dress code, the following consequences will be imposed.
Kindergarten - 5th Grade:
1st Offense = Warning/Email Home
2nd Offense = Parent will be called and asked to bring appropriate uniform pieces
3rd Offense = Parent will be called and asked to bring appropriate uniform pieces, family will be required to have a conference with the principal
6th - 8th Grade:
1st Offense = Warning/Email Home
2nd Offense = Demerit/Phone Call Home - parents will be asked to bring appropriate uniform pieces.
3rd Offense - Demerit/ Phone Call Home - parents will be asked to bring appropriate uniform pieces, student will receive a before school detention and family will be required to have a conference with the principal
SPIRIT DAY
Spirit Day - Periodically throughout the year, we celebrate Spirit Days. Students may wear a St. Patrick School T-Shirt or sweatshirt and a pair of blue jeans. Students may also purchase a pair of St. Patrick spirit wear athletic pants/shorts that are allowed. Spirit wear is available through the PTO. Order forms are available in the school office.
Note: Other sweatpants, yoga pants, or shorts are NOT allowed on spirit days. Shirts worn should be St. Patrick spirit wear, or a plain green/white shirt.
COLD WEATHER RULE - NOVEMBER 21 THROUGH MARCH 27
Beginning November 21 through March 27, the "Cold Weather Rule" goes into effect. During this time, students must adhere to the following dress code changes.
1. No bare legs. This means: NO shorts, leggings MUST be worn under skirts
2. Jackets/Coats/Sweatshirts. All students will be required to bring a jacket, coat, or sweatshirt to school. We will go out to recess unless the temperature falls below 25 degrees. Students must have a coat, jacket, or sweatshirt each day. Stocking caps and gloves are also a good idea.
If you are in need of a coat, uniform pants, leggings, a stocking cap, or gloves just let us know and we will do what we can to help. You can email me at kmonaghan@stpatrickkc.com and I'll put you in touch with the right person.