Daily Uniform Statement The goal is for the uniform to enhance student performance, decrease competition in dress, teach the students a level of professionalism, and is important to the overall discipline, and spirit of the school. Parents must monitor their children’s appearance and general attitudes of the latest trends and styles. Students attending school with unacceptable clothing, hair color, body piercing, and tattoos can cause unnecessary class disturbances. Noncompliance will be handled by school administration. Parents are to follow these guidelines and help to enforce the uniform policy so that the teachers and school staff can concentrate on the education of your child.
Uniforms are required for all students of Assumption School. Full uniforms are to be worn from the first day of school until the end of the school year. Parents are asked to cooperate by seeing that their children always wear only the regulation dress. Dress and Grooming Policy (4303.6) Students are expected to dress and present an appearance consistent with standards of good taste and appropriate for school and school events. Any dress or wearing of insignia which conveys the image of gang membership, supports the beliefs of hate groups, makes sexual innuendos, or promotes drugs, alcohol, or tobacco is inappropriate for school and should not be allowed.
Dress Code (ABVM Board) Our school has established the following uniform/dress guidelines that all clothing must be clean, in good condition, and of proper fit. The administration has the right and responsibility of final judgment of what is appropriate or inappropriate with regard to the uniform policy. Note: If something is not listed in this section, it is not a part of the school uniform or general dress code.
(Before deviating from the Uniform policies below, contact the Principal for approval.)
Pre-K T-shirts and Totes
Please dress your child for play! We will be playing outside, painting, cooking and using sensory materials and we want the children to feel free to explore the classroom and all materials without worrying about their clothes. The uniform t-shirt (Gray for 3 year olds, Navy for 4 year olds) and comfortable pants/shorts are required, along with tennis shoes and socks. Tennis shoes are the safest for classroom and playground use and result in fewer accidents. Please dress your child appropriately for any type of weather, as we go outside daily, even when it is hot or cold. Labeling your child’s belongings will ensure that lost items find their way back to their rightful owner. (The “old” gray preschool t-shirts are no longer part of our uniform. Please purchase the assigned grade level colored t-shirt) There will be a designated spirit wear day, you may purchase a spirit wear t-shirt to wear on this day. This is not required. Order forms will be sent home. (Keep an extra set of clothes at school for accidents and messes – they do not have to be the uniform shirt).
Jumper/Skirt: The blue plaid uniform from Fischer’s Parochial Fashions. They should be no more than 3 inches above the knee.
Shirt: White, gray, or light blue short or long sleeves cotton or knit. The knit shirt must have a collar and may not have any contrasting stitching or emblems. If long sleeves are worn, they must be buttoned at the wrist or have elastic at the wrist. Collars may be pointed or round. Shirt or blouse must be tucked in while on school property.
Undershirts: Shirts worn under the uniform blouse or shirt must be solid white in color and have no advertisement, art work or printing on it.
Sweater (optional): Plain dark navy cardigan or pullover (crewneck or V-neck)
Sweatshirt (optional): The Assumption logo navy blue crewneck sweatshirt. The quarter zip NAVY Assumption logo pullover. The Assumption NAVY quarter zip with white embroidered lettering is allowed. (The GRAY quarter zip is no longer approved outerwear).
Pants: Girls may also wear plain dark navy twill uniform pants, pleated or straight, with a school shirt. If the slacks require a belt, it must be a solid, dark color with a simple, plain buckle. Belts are not required for K-5th grade.
Uniform Shorts: Uniform Shorts must be navy in color, pleated or straight. No cargo shorts or side pockets. If the shorts require a belt, the belt must be a solid dark color with a simple plain buckle. Belts are not required for K-5th grade. Uniform shorts may be worn from the beginning of the school year until October 31st and again from April 1st through the end of the school year with a white, gray, or light blue school shirt.
Socks: Solid white, gray, navy, or black socks or plain white or navy tights should be worn. There may be a small logo that is either white or black. No other colors or large size logos will be accepted. Socks must be matching.
Shoes: Shoes (dress or tennis) must be in good condition and have “non-marking” soles. No light up shoes or roller shoes allowed. All shoes must have closed heels and toes. Boots are not allowed.
Hair: Hair shall be clean, of its natural color, and well groomed. No bangs below the eyebrow.
Other: ● Fake nails/makeup are not permitted. ● Nail polish is permitted but must be all one solid color. If students don’t follow this policy, they will lose this privilege for a period of time determined by administration. ● No jewelry is allowed except one small pair of post earrings not larger than the earlobe, in the lower part of each earlobe. No other piercings are allowed. ● Watches of any kind are not permitted. ● Religious medals may be worn and one small dainty bracelet may be worn. ● Headbands and bows may be worn, but can’t be of excessive size. ● Cold Weather Conditions: In cold weather, solid navy blue or black leggings (non flare) may be worn under the skirt. No other pants of any kind will be accepted under the skirt.
Pants: Plain, dark navy twill uniform pants, pleated or straight. If the pants require a belt, it must be a solid, dark color with a simple, plain buckle. Belts are not required for K-5th grade.
Shirt: White, gray, or light blue short or long sleeves cotton or knit. The knit shirt must have a collar and may not have any contrasting stitching or emblems. If long sleeves are worn, they must be buttoned or have elastic at the wrist. Shirt must be tucked in while on school property.
Uniform Shorts: Uniform Shorts must be navy in color, pleated or straight. No cargo shorts or side pockets. If the shorts require a belt, the belt must be a solid dark color with a simple plain buckle. Belts are not required for K-5th grade. Uniform shorts may be worn from the beginning of the school year until October 31st and again from April 1st through the end of the school year with a white, gray, or light blue school shirt. Undershirt: Shirts worn under the uniform shirt must be solid white in color and have no advertisement, art work or printing on it.
Socks: Solid white, gray, navy or black socks must be worn. There may be a small logo that is either white or black. No other colors or large size logos will be accepted. Socks must be matching.
Shoes: Shoes (dress or tennis) must be in good condition and have “non-marking” soles. No light up shoes or roller shoes allowed. All shoes must have closed heels and toes.
Hair: Hair shall be clean, of its natural color, and well groomed. Hair should be no longer than the top of the shirt collar and bangs should not be lower than the eyebrows. Any hairstyle that is deemed disruptive to the learning environment is subject to review and decision at the discretion of the school administration.
Other: ● Makeup is not permitted. ● One watch is acceptable. (Smart watches are not permitted) ● Religious medals may be worn. ● No piercings are allowed.
Skirt: The blue plaid uniform skirt from Fischer’s Parochial Fashions skirt may be worn. Skirts cannot be shorter than 3 inches above the knee. If this policy is broken, 6th - 8th grade girls will be provided with navy shorts to wear under their skirt for the day. Girls will not be able to call home for skirt length or uniform corrections. This is a disruption to curriculum instruction and will be strictly enforced.
Shirt: White, gray, navy blue, or light blue short-sleeve shirt or long sleeve cotton or knit. The knit shirt must have a collar and may not have any contrasting stitching or emblems. If long sleeves are worn, they must be buttoned or have elastic at the wrist. Collars may be pointed or round. Shirt or blouse must be tucked in while on school property.
Undershirts: Shirts worn under the uniform blouse or shirt must be solid white in color and have no advertisement, art work or printing on it. Sweater (optional): Plain dark navy cardigan or pullover (crewneck or V-neck)
Sweatshirt (optional):The Assumption logo navy blue crewneck sweatshirt. The quarter zip NAVY Assumption logo pullover. The Assumption NAVY quarter zip with white embroidered lettering is allowed. (The GRAY quarter zip is no longer approved outerwear).
Pants: Girls may also wear plain dark navy or tan twill uniform pants, pleated or straight, with a school shirt. If the pants require a belt, it must be a solid, dark color with a simple, plain buckle. Belts are not required for 6th-8th grade.
Uniform Shorts: Uniform Shorts must be navy or tan in color, pleated or straight. No cargo shorts or side pockets. They must be no more than 3 inches above the knee. If the shorts require a belt, the belt must be a solid dark color with a simple plain buckle. Belts are not required for 6th-8th grade. Shorts can be worn all year long.
Socks: Solid white, navy, or black socks or plain white or navy tights should be worn. There may be a small logo that is either white or black. No other colors or large size logos will be accepted.
Pants: Plain, dark navy or Khaki twill uniform pants, pleated or straight. If the pants require a belt, it must be a solid, dark color with a simple, plain buckle. Belts are not required for 6th - 8th grade.
Shirt: White, gray, navy blue or light blue short or long sleeves cotton or knit. The knit shirt must have a collar and may not have any contrasting stitching or emblems. If long sleeves are worn, they must be buttoned or have elastic at the wrist. Shirt must be tucked in while on school property.
Uniform Shorts: Uniform Shorts must be navy or tan in color, pleated or straight. No cargo shorts or side Pockets. If the shorts require a belt, the belt must be a solid dark color with a simple plain buckle. Belts are not required for 6th-8th grade. Shorts can be worn all year long.
Undershirt: Shirts worn under the uniform shirt must be solid white in color and have no advertisement, art work or printing on it.
Socks: Solid white, gray, navy, or black socks or plain white or navy tights should be worn. There may be a small logo that is either white or black. No other colors or large size logos will be accepted.
Shoes: (dress or tennis) must be in good condition. No light up shoes or roller shoes allowed. All shoes must have closed heels and toes. All shoes must have closed heels and toes.
Hair: Hair shall be clean, of its natural color, and well groomed. Hair should be no longer than the top of the shirt collar and bangs should not be lower than the eyebrows. Any 60 hairstyle that is deemed disruptive to the learning environment is subject to review and decision at the discretion of the school administration.
Other: ● Make-up is not permitted. ● Watches of any kind are not permitted. ● Religious medals may be worn. ● No piercings are allowed.
For all students, tennis shoes must be worn and tied or fastened for safety. Girls should have shorts under their skirts.
Graduation Gowns are worn for 8th grade promotion.
For boys and girls: Dress style shoes.
Throughout the school year, students will occasionally have the opportunity to participate in Dress Down Days and attend school out of uniform. On these days, students are expected to dress modestly and appropriately for a Catholic school environment. Note: If your child misses a designated dress down day (including birthday or special event dress down days), a make-up day will not be provided.
Dress Down Day Guidelines:
● Shoes must have closed heels and toes. Flip-flops, slides, or sandals are not permitted.
● Jeans and sweatpants may be worn as long as they are free of rips, tears, or holes.
● Shorts and skirts are allowed but must be of appropriate length—no more than 3 inches above the knee.
● Tops must not expose the torso, back, or midriff at any time.
● Leggings may be worn only with a top that covers the upper thighs.
● Clothing with inappropriate graphics, slogans, or messaging is not permitted.
If a student’s attire is deemed inappropriate or distracting, they may be asked to change and parents may be contacted.
BIRTHDAYS
● Dress Down: Your child may dress down on the day of their birthday. If their birthday falls on a day we are not in school or on a day that we already have a dress down day, your child may dress down the following day. Summer birthdays may celebrate their 1/2 birthday.
● No Treats: To ensure the safety and well-being of all students, birthday treats are not permitted due to allergies and special dietary restrictions.
● No Party Items: Please do not send in balloons, party favors, decorations, or gifts. These items can be distracting and are best reserved for celebrations outside of school.
● Invitations: Birthday invitations may only be distributed at school if all students in the class (or all boys/all girls) are invited. This helps protect the feelings of all students.
The BLUE FAITH shirt is the only Friday Spirit Shirt option. However, students must wear uniform pants, skirts, or jumpers.
SCRIP dress down day is scheduled once a month. The designated day will be communicated in the Parent Weekly. If a family has purchased SCRIP the month prior, that families' children may dress in any type of shirt and jeans / knee length-shorts on the assigned SCRIP day. All other students wear their uniform as expected.
Scout Uniforms may be worn on meeting days or during Scout Week. Although scouts are not sponsored by the school, the local troops are encouraged.
Assumption has a Uniform Exchange whereby uniforms can be bought, sold, or exchanged. For more information concerning this, please contact PTO at pto@abvmtech.org.