SAINTS FRANCIS AND CLARE OF ASSISI SCHOOL UNIFORM POLICY 

We believe a uniform code is appropriate for our school environment. Student dress has a direct influence on attitude and behavior. A dress code eliminates competition of student dress and allows emphasis to remain on the learning process.

There are two distinct uniforms in our code: Formal Uniform and Daily Uniform. We collaborate with Tommy Hilfiger and Land's End for school uniforms. Students are required to purchase only certain uniform items from the uniform companies. Those items are indicated with an asterisk in the descriptions below. This ensures a uniform look among our students. Tommy Hilfiger and Land's End makes it convenient for Saints Francis & Clare of Assisi Catholic School students to shop online. 

UNIFORM POLICY

FORMAL UNIFORM-MASS DAY

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All items denoted by a single asterisk (*) must be purchased from either Tommy Hilfiger or Land's End

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Tommy Hilfiger School Code: STFR14

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Land's End Preferred School Number: 900144692

Please note that skirts must follow guidelines of appropriate length, not be more than 2 inches above the knee.

Girls in grades K – 4th are required to wear all of the following:

• Either pleated skirt/skort* or pleated side-buckle plaid jumper*(jumpers are for K-3rd only)  with crosstie  
• Crosstie (crossties are purchased through the school office) Click Here
• White oxford blouse* (short or long sleeve)
• Fine gauge navy cardigan sweater* (not required)
• White/black above the ankle socks or white/navy knee high or tights (leggings are not to be worn)
• Tennis shoes or black closed-toe dress shoes

Please note that skirts must follow guidelines of appropriate length, not be more than 2 inches above the knee.

Girls in grades 5 – 8th are required to wear all of the following:

• Plaid skirt/skort*
• White oxford blouse* (short or long sleeve)
• Crosstie (purchased from the school office) Click Here
• Plaid Tie* (purchased from Land's End)
• Fine gauge navy cardigan sweater* (not required)
• White/black above the ankle socks or white/navy tights (leggings are not to be worn)
• Tennis shoes or black closed-toe dress shoes

Please note that skirts must follow guidelines of appropriate length, not be more than 2 inches above the knee.

Boys in grades K – 4th are required to wear all of the following:

• Khaki pants from Tommy Hilfiger or Land’s End
• White oxford shirt* (short or long sleeve)
• Navy sweater vest* (not required)
• Tennis shoes, black or brown closed-toe dress shoes and socks 
• Black or brown belt (for those in grades 3-5) 
• No shorts are allowed for the formal uniform

Boys in grades 5 – 8th are required to wear all of the following:

• Khaki pants from Tommy Hilfiger
• White oxford shirt* (short or long sleeve)
• Navy tie (purchased from the school office) Click Here
• Tennis shoes, black or brown closed-toe dress shoes and socks
• Black or brown belt
• No shorts are allowed for the formal uniform

DAILY UNIFORM 

SHOP TOMMY HILFIGER

Tommy Hilfiger School Code: STFR14

SHOP LAND'S END

Land's End Preferred School Number: 900144692

Girls K-4th:

Shorts may be worn before Fall Break and after Spring Break.

• Plaid jumper*, plaid skirt/skorts*, khaki uniform pants, khaki shorts/skirt with a navy blue, grey or white polo shirt
• Navy uniform pants, or navy uniform shorts/skirt with a white or grey polo shirt
• Daily uniform pants and shorts can be purchased at any retailer, but must be uniform style including a zipper and button - No cargo or athletic style pants or shorts

K-3RD GRADE ONLY

Accessories

• Belts are required for all girls in grades 3rd - 4th
• Black, brown, or navy belt for girls
• White/black above the ankle socks or white/navy tights (leggings are not to be worn)

Girls 5-8th:

Shorts may be worn before Fall Break and after Spring Break.

• Khaki uniform pants, khaki shorts with a navy blue, grey or white polo shirt
• Navy uniform pants, or navy uniform shorts with a white or grey polo shirt
• Daily uniform pants and shorts can be purchased at any retailer, but must be uniform style including a zipper and button - No cargo or athletic style pants or shorts

Accessories

• Belts are required for all girls in grades 5th - 8th
• Black, brown, or navy belt for girls
• White/black above the ankle socks or white/navy tights (leggings are not to be worn)

Boys K-8th:

Shorts may be worn before Fall Break and after Spring Break.

• Khaki uniform pants, or khaki shorts with a navy blue, grey or white polo shirt
• Navy uniform pants, or navy uniform shorts with a white or grey polo shirt
• Daily uniform pants and shorts can be purchased at any retailer, but must be uniform style including a zipper and button - No cargo or athletic style pants or shorts

Accessories

• Belts are required for all boys in grades 3rd - 8th
• Black or brown belt for boys
• White/black above the ankle socks
   

Boys & Girls Sweaters/Sweatshirts

All daily approved uniform fleece/sweatshirts must be purchased through our online site. 

• Official  ¼ zip SSFC logo sweatshirt 
• Official  fleece or wick fleece SSFC logo wear jacket ¼ zip or full zip
• Official crewneck sweatshirt
• Fine gauge cardigan sweater* (the formal wear sweater from Tommy Hilfiger or Land's End.)
  

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General Uniform Guidelines

Appearance Guidelines

• Shorts and skirts must follow guidelines of modesty and not be more than 2 inches above the knee. The measurement is taken when the child kneels and the hem is measured from the floor.  
• Clothing- Free of designer monograms, insignias, symbols. 
• Jewelry – No large hoops, dangling, or distracting jewelry is allowed.  Boys may not wear earrings. 
• Makeup – Students are not allowed to wear make-up. Girls may wear clear nail polish. Colored nail polish or false nails are not permitted. 
• Tattoos – Visible tattoos are not permitted. 
• Boys’ Hair – Must be off the collar, above the eyebrow and above the ear.  Hair must be neat, clean, groomed in style suitable for school. 
• Girls’ hair –Must be a natural hair color.  Highlights or streaks must also be natural.  Extra accessories such as feathers are not allowed.
• Outerwear – Sunglasses, hats, jackets, coats, or other outerwear is not permitted in the classroom other than the sweaters/sweatshirts outlined above.

out of uniform days

There are days in our school year that students are allowed to be out of uniform.  

• No leggings 
• No holes/rips in pants or shorts 
• No sleeveless shirts 
• Must wear closed toed shoes 
• Appropriate length of shorts/skirts 2” above the knee

Spirit Day/Faith In Action Day

One day each month will be dedicated to a Faith In Action Day as a way to display pride in our school and build our community.  Students may also wear Catholic High School attire on Faith In Action Days.  CYO team shirts may be worn on spirit days. The days will be announced in the Wolf Report.

SSFC Physical Education Uniform Policy

Classes will be held either outside or inside the gym during the school year depending on the weather and curriculum, please make sure your student plans accordingly.  Students in grades K-4th will not be changing for PE class.  They will just need to wear athletic shoes with their school uniform on the day their class has PE. 

Students in grades 5-8th grade will be changing for PE class.  They will be given time to change out of their school uniform and into their PE Uniform for PE class.

GRADES K-4TH

• Athletic shoes with socks-make sure if they have PE on a Mass day they bring shoes to change into
• The school uniform they have on that day
• For girls who are wearing a skirt or jumper, shorts or sweatpants need to be worn underneath for PE class

GRADES 5TH-8TH

• Athletic shoes with socks-make sure if they have PE on a Mass day they bring shoes to change into
• PE Uniform

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Uniform Notice

Because the uniform code is about self-discipline and structure in the school environment, children not wearing proper uniform attire will be given a uniform notice. The notice serves as communication between home and school regarding uniform code infractions. These include but are not limited to:  un-tucked shirts, improperly styled uniform pieces (shirts, pants, shorts, belts), no belt, incorrect socks, and incorrect Formal Mass Day Uniform articles. Notices will be sent through PowerSchool.  Repeated offenses will be handled in the school office.

The principal or designated staff person reserves the right to determine appropriate and inappropriate school dress and appearance. In the event that inappropriate attire is worn or a child is not dressed according to the dress code and/or guidelines presented for “out of uniform” days, parents will be contacted via telephone and requested to bring appropriate clothing.