Dress Code
Student compliance with the dress code is ultimately the responsibility of both the student and the parents and is enforced by the faculty or administration. Parents are asked to help their children understand the purpose of the dress code: reminding all of the Christian dignity and equality of each person before God regardless of family financial situation; and to illustrate to students the serious and high purpose of Catholic education—forming the mind and character of each individual. Consistent compliance with the dress code helps one grow in understanding of obligation, virtues of discipline and obedience; virtues which, when cultivated, naturally enhance respect for religious, parental and civil authority.
Uniforms
Uniform attire may be purchased at any store provided uniform regulation guidelines are followed. The regulation uniform is as follows:
Shirts: Standard white polo - no trim, no logo, no cap sleeves (I.C. logo acceptable) may be long or short sleeved.
Designated uniform shirt: white polo with embroidered IC logo available through IC PTO
Designated uniform shirt will be worn at all Masses, on all school field trips, and on any other “designated uniform days.”
Shirts are to be tucked in at all times while on school campus or participating in a school activity off campus — Belt or waistband should be visible. Undershirts, if worn, are not to have visible writings or logos.
Pants: Grades K-6 — Navy blue twill (worn at waistline).
Grades 7-8 — Khaki twill (worn at waistline).
* No cargo-style pants or shorts having large exterior pockets: No drawstring waists or slits on pant legs.
Shorts: Grades K-6 — Navy blue twill (worn at the waistline).
Grades 7-8 — Khaki twill (worn at the waistline).
* Length of all shorts shall be no shorter than three (3) inches from the floor while kneeling and no longer than 2 inches below the knee. No shorts may bag or sag.
Sweatshirts: Only Immaculate Conception sweatshirts can be worn at school. These are available through the school or PTO.
Grades K-6 — Navy Blue sweatshirt with I. C. logo
Grades 7-8 — Gray sweatshirt with I. C. logo
Grades 7-8 Cheerleaders — Cheerleading sweatshirt
Shoes: Grades K-8 — Athletic shoes. Shoes must fully enclose the foot and are to be laced and tied at all times.
Grades K-3 — Mary Jane (uniform) shoes
Socks: Grades K-8 — Plain, white, standard mid-calf crew socks. (No ankle socks, logos or emblems)
Tights: Grades K-8 — Navy blue, plain, full length tights. (No designs)
Belts: Grades K-8 — Black, brown, or navy blue: belts are to be worn if pants or shorts have belt loops.
I.C. Jumper: Grades K-4 — Blue plaid; length shall not be shorter than three (3) inches from the floor while kneeling. Blue shorts are to be worn underneath the jumper and shall not be greater in length than the jumper.
I. C. Skirt: Grades 5-8 — Blue plaid; length shall not be shorter than three (3) inches from the floor while kneeling. Blue shorts are to be worn underneath the skirt and shall not be greater in length than the skirt.
I. C. Skort: Grades K-4—Plain navy blue or blue plaid; length shall not be shorter than three (3) inches from the floor while kneeling.
Ribbons and Headbands: Navy, royal blue, white, red, yellow or a combination of these colors is acceptable.
Make up: Grades K-8 — not permissible
Nail polish: Grades K-6 — not permissible
Grades 7-8 — girls may wear clear polish or “French manicure”
Ear Rings: Grades K-8 — girls may wear one (1) stud type or button type per earlobe (boys may not wear earrings).
Jewelry: Grades K-8 — One watch and/or one ring is permissible. A religious necklace is acceptable; teachers may request a student remove the necklace during recess or PE if there exists concern for the safety of individuals. Crosses or religious symbols may be worn on metal chains only. They should not be attached to string, leather, or yarn.
Hair: Grades K-8 — girls may wear highlighting provided it is not of an “extreme” nature—appearance shall be neat and appropriate.
Grades K-8 — boys may not wear highlighted, streaked, dyed or bleached hair— hair length shall be trimmed above the shirt collar, ears, and eyebrows. Boys may not adorn facial hair as well.
P. E. Uniforms:
Grades 5-8 — Girls and boys are required to wear the I. C. physical education attire of a light blue t-shirt and navy shorts during P. E. class. These items must be purchased through the school office and are sponsored by the PTO.
Grades K-4 — Are not required to wear P. E. clothing.
Other uniforms. Students participating in Parochial League athletics (cheerleading and football) are permitted to wear their athletic uniform to school as approved by the principal—generally on the Friday prior to a Saturday game (football players adorn the jersey only). Scouts are allowed to wear their respective uniform on the school day of their pack meetings.
Outer wear. All coats, hats, mittens, rain gear, etc. will be stored in the classroom while students are in the classroom. These items may be worn to lunch and recess only.
**Parents please note that it is advisable to label your child’s personal effects for the purpose of identification
Parents, please contact the school office regarding questions for any dress code prior to your child’s arrival at school. Students arriving at school inappropriately dressed will be sent to the Principal’s office and parents will be called to bring school uniform.
Boys in Black attire: The first Friday of each month, or scheduled meeting days, “BIB” members may wear their black shirts with khaki slacks or khaki shorts. They must be uniform type shorts.
Second to Nun: The first Friday of each month, or scheduled meeting days, “STN” members may wear their white shirts with their uniform pants, skorts, skirts, or shorts (must be uniform type).
Uniform Infractions.
Grades 5-8—an accumulation of five (5) uniform infractions will result in one hour of detention hall. Every infraction thereafter will result in the loss of a conduct point. ***Consistent disregard of dress code policy will be considered a serious disciplinary offense (see “Discipline” section of the handbook).