Dress Code – General Guidelines
- Pants/slacks/skorts/shorts that are spandex, corduroy, or jean material are not permitted. Pants/slacks/skorts/shorts that are hip-hugger, low rise, oversized or excessively tight are not permitted. Pants/slacks/skorts/shorts must be without decorative features, including contrast stitching, bell bottoms, flaps on pockets, or sewn-on (patch) pockets. Acceptable styles of pants/slacks/shorts must have the following: flat or pleated fronts, straight legs, and front/back slash pockets. They must be worn at the waist, and may not have holes, slits in legs, or rips. All pants/slacks/skorts/shorts must be uniform style.
- All clothing should be void of name-brand logos.
- Only SAA logos are permitted.
- We suggest long pants or tights/leggings (worn under skorts/shorts) during the winter months.
- Shirttails must be tucked in.
- Clothing must not be worn excessively tight.
- Socks must be worn with all shoes.
- Good personal hygiene must be maintained.
- No facial hair permitted.
- No unnatural hair colors.
- Any “fad” that the principal and staff designate as improper for school will not be permitted.
- Students must conform to the dress code for field trips unless the nature of the trip requires another type of dress, in which case the parents will be notified.
- Out-of-uniform days permit students to dress according to the activity of that specific school day. Such items as bike shorts, short shorts/skorts/skirts, tank tops, shirts with off-color slogans, low-cut blouses, exposed midriffs, or tight pants are not permitted. See our out-of-uniform dress code below.
- The principal shall have the final say as to whether an article of clothing meets the uniform code
Out of Uniform Dress Code
On days when “out of uniform” is permitted, the students must be dressed appropriately.
- Skirts, dresses, and slacks with solid shirt, t-shirt, sweatshirt, or blouse are acceptable. The St. Agatha “themed” t-shirts are also acceptable.
- The shirt, t-shirt, sweatshirt, or blouse may be striped or plaid, but may not have any inappropriate words, phrases and/or illustrations on it.
- No skirts or shorts shorter than 2 inches above the knee.
- Jeans may be worn provided they are hemmed, clean, and free of holes or tears.
- Tank tops, cutoffs, spaghetti straps, sandals with no back, or flip flops are not permitted. Toes should be covered.
- Shoes for out of uniform days must align with the general uniform code in the handbook. This is for safety reasons.
- Socks or stockings must be worn.
- General guidelines for hair, nail polish, make up and jewelry must align with the general uniform code in the handbook.
Montessori-Preschool
Due to the challenge of finding small sizes for preschool students in the uniform styles below, flexibility is given to families with students at this grade level. Please consult the principal, preschool director or your child’s teacher if you have questions regarding the uniform policy.
Shirts: ***All shirts must have SAA logo***
- Polo style-knit, jersey or pique; short or long sleeve; white or light blue
- Peter Pan collar (girls); short or long sleeve; white
- Turtleneck; long sleeve; white
Shorts and Slacks:
- Navy flat front, pleated front or pull on (elastic waist)
- No decorative stitching or brand logos
- No patch pockets, flared legs, low riders, Capri, or cropped style
- No cargo pants
Skirt/Skort:
- Navy or plaid (style #55) uniform skort purchased from Land’s End
- Between Thanksgiving and Spring Break, tights must be worn with skort
Jumper:
- Drop waist jumper, navy or plaid (style #55)
- Plaid jumpers do not have to have SAA logo
- Shorts, leggings, or tights must be worn underneath
Sweater or Vest: ***All sweaters must have SAA logo***
- Long sleeve V-neck vest, navy
- Long sleeve V-neck button-up cardigan, navy
Sweatshirt: ***All sweatshirts must have SAA logo***
- Navy
- Crew-neck with collared school shirt worn underneath
Socks/Tights:
- Navy or white crew or ankle socks (low cuts are allowed, but must be visible)
- Navy or white tights
Leggings:
- Leggings may be worn
- Leggings must be worn down to the ankle
Shoes:
- Closed heel and toe (ex. Sneakers)
- No backless shoes, sandals, or crocs
- No Ugg boots, rain boots or cowboy boots
Hair:
- No extreme hairstyles or colors permitted
- No dying or bleaching of the hair permitted
- Hairstyles shall be a natural and conservative style that does not cover the student’s eyes
- Hair should be clean and well-groomed.
School Mass Day:
- All students are required to wear a white shirt on Mass days.
- In the winter, a white shirt with a navy sweater or sweater vest, or navy sweatshirt is permitted.
Out of uniform days permit students to dress according to the activity of that specific school day. Such items as bike shorts, short-shorts/skorts/short skirts, and tank tops, shirts with off-color slogans, low-cut blouses, exposed midriffs or tight pants are not permitted.
SAA Logos: Families with plain shirts and blouses with no logo may have them embroidered at Winchester Cleaners.
Order SAA Uniforms online at Lands’ End – School code: 900029729
Kindergarten-5th Grade Boys and Girls
- Girls may wear the drop-waist plaid jumper or skirt. Shorts must be worn underneath.
- Navy uniform shorts–flat front, pleated front or pull-on
- Girls may wear the navy or plaid uniform skort (3rd grade & up)
- Navy uniform slacks –flat front, pleated front or pull-on
- Belt to be worn with slacks with belt loops (3rd grade & up)
- Knit polo style shirt, short or long sleeve – white or light blue.
- Oxford & broadcloth shirt, short or long sleeve – white or light blue (girls may wear peter pan collar) with the SAA logo.
- Turtleneck – white or light blue
- Navy sweater –crew, V-neck, or buttoned cardigan with the SAA logo
- Navy vest – crew, V-neck, or buttoned cardigan with the SAA logo
- Navy and other color sweatshirts – with the SAA logo
- (Navy or white crew socks or ankle socks (which must be seen above the shoe), girls may wear tights in white or navy.
- No backless shoes or sandals, boots
- Boys are not permitted to wear earrings.
- Boys are to have neatly groomed hair.
- Between Thanksgiving Break and Spring Break we suggest pants and tights or leggings under skorts, skirts, or jumpers as the weather dictates.
- Makeup is not permitted.
Middle School Girls (Grades 6-8)
- Khaki/navy uniform shorts (no shorter than 2 inches above the knee)
- Khaki/navy chino skort
- Khaki/navy uniform slacks – flat front or pleated front brushed twill.
- Belt with buckle to be worn with slacks with belt loops.
- Knit polo style blouse, short or long sleeve – white, navy, royal blue, or red.
- Oxford & broadcloth shirt, short or long sleeve – white with the SAA logo
- Turtleneck – white, navy, or red
- Interlock knit Over Shirt – short or long-sleeved white, navy, royal blue, or red with the SAA logo.
- Girl’s ¾ sleeve blouse w/ princess seams – white Navy sweater –crew, V-neck, or buttoned cardigan with the SAA logo
- Navy vest – crew, V-neck, or buttoned cardigan with the SAA logo
- Navy or other color sweatshirts – with the SAA logo
- Navy or white crew socks or ankle socks (which can be seen above the shoe)
- Tights in white, navy, or regular stockings are permitted.
- No backless shoes or boots, sandals
- Hoodies may not be worn indoors.
- If middle school girls choose to wear make-up, the make-up should be very light and not obvious.
Middle School Boys (Grades 6-8)
- Khaki/navy uniform shorts–flat front or pleated front -No cargo shorts.
- Khaki/navy uniform slacks –flat front or pleated front – No cargo pants.
- Belt with buckle to be worn with slacks with belt loops.
- Knit polo style shirt, short or long sleeve – white, navy, royal blue, or red with the SAA logo
- Oxford & broadcloth shirt, short or long sleeve – white with the SAA logo
- Turtleneck – white, navy, royal blue, or red
- Interlock knit Over Shirt – short or long white, navy, royal blue, or red with the SAA logo.
- Navy sweater –crew, V-neck, or buttoned cardigan with the SAA logo
- Navy vest – crew, V-neck, or buttoned cardigan with the SAA logo
- Navy or other color sweatshirts – with the SAA logo
- Boys are not permitted to wear earrings.
- Boys are to have neatly groomed hair.
- No backless shoes or sandals, boots
- Hoodies may not be worn indoors.
- Hats may not be worn indoors.