ST. PATRICK WHITE LAKE SCHOOL DRESS CODE
St. Patrick School community believes in developing the value of self-respect for others in the area of dress and personal grooming.
A student’s exterior dress sets an atmosphere and tone for the important task of education. The students are expected to adhere to
the following dress code on all school days. All items must be purchased from one of the school suppliers, Pro Stitch or
Educational Outfitters. An occasional “out of uniform” day will be announced through the office. Acceptable attire must be worn
on “Out of Uniform” days.
All clothes should fit properly and be in compliance with dress code regulations. If in doubt, do not wear! Administration and staff
will determine compliance with all dress code regulations. If a violation occurs, a phone call will be made to parents to request
proper clothes immediately. Further consequences of dress code violations will be determined by the staff.
Pants (Boys or Girls)
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Uniform
Navy Pants for Grades K-5
Khaki Pants for Grades 6-8
Uniform shorts may be worn in the first and fourth quarters
of school (appropriate length-see skirt rules)
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How to Wear It
Must be worn at the waist
Must be worn with a solid black or brown belt
Belt must be visible
Belts with rivets or grommets are not allowed
Jumpers/Skorts/Skirts
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Uniform
Plaid Jumpers for Grades K‐5
Plaid Skorts for Grades K-5
Plaid Skirts for Grades 6‐8
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How to Wear It
Jumper and skirt length is to be no shorter than two inches
above the top of the kneecap
Skirts cannot be rolled and must be worn at the waist
Uniform bike shorts or tights are to be worn under jumpers
or skirts
Pants may be worn under jumpers or skirts to and from
school or at recess only
Shirts/Blouses
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Uniform
Boys in Grades K-5: Cotton polo shirts in white or red with
St. Patrick logo
Girls in Grades K-5: Peter Pan collar blouses or cotton polo
in white (can be a banded bottom) or red w/ St. Patrick logo
Boys and Girls in Grades 6-8: Cotton polo or oxford style
shirts/blouses in white (girls can be banded bottom cotton
polo) or hunter green with St. Patrick logo
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How to Wear It
Shirt must be tucked into the pants or skirt
Only the top button of the shirt may be unbuttoned
Solid white, short-sleeved t-shirt or undershirt may be worn
underneath uniform shirt
Undershirt sleeves should not extend beyond the sleeves of
the uniform shirt
Sweaters/Jackets
Uniform
 Hunter green half-zip fleece with St. Patrick logo
 Hunter green/ navy cardigan, pullover, or vest style sweater
 Green St. Patrick gym jacket with logo
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 8 graders may wear their class jacket
*All sweaters/jackets must be purchased from Pro Stitch and/or
Educational Outfitters
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How to Wear It
Sweaters/Jackets should be neat and clean
Sleeves may not be rolled up during the school day
Hoodies are not allowed during the school day but may be
worn during recess and on casual days
Shoes and Socks
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Uniform
All shoes, not including shoes for P.E., must be one or two
solid colors, nothing bright or neon, they must be neutral
colored, such as: Black, white, brown, beige, gray, or navy.
This includes logos & laces.
Tennis shoes, must be cut below the ankle and discreet
Socks must be solid white, black, hunter green or navy
White socks that say St. Patrick in green may be worn
Girls in Grades 6-8 may wear flesh tone nylons
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How to Wear It
Shoes with laces should be tied at all times
Not acceptable: Brightly colored, neon or light up shoes,
jellies, flip-flops, sling-backs or “croc” style shoes, open toe,
basketball or high-top shoes, moccasins or slipper type
shoes *This list is not all inclusive and is at the discretion
of the administration.
Boots are to be worn to and from school or at recess only
Socks/tights must be worn at all times
Hair
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Uniform
Hair must be a natural color as well as neat and clean at all
times
Hair decorations are limited to the optional choices
available in the uniform catalogue
Sports headbands may be worn but must be a solid color
that goes with the uniform
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How to Wear It
Boys’ hair is to be above the ears, eyebrows and collar
Excessive fad haircuts or styles are not permitted
* Students not in compliance are issued a dress code violation
and given one week to fix the issue before further consequences
occur.
Jewelry and Make-up
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Uniform
Only religious necklaces are permitted
One bracelet or simple wristwatch may be worn
Small, simple earrings are acceptable
Make-up is not allowed
Girls may wear only clear nail polish
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Uniform
St. Patrick t-shirts (black or white, with logo)
Green warm-up pants or
Black sweat pants
Optional gym jacket
Mesh shorts (green only, no logo) must be worn for P.E.
An extra pair of tennis shoes must be kept in school
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How to Wear It
One earring per ear worn on the earlobe
No dangling/hoop earrings
Boys may not wear earrings
Physical Education Days
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How to Wear It
Gym shoes are worn only in P.E. class
Students in Grades 5-8 must change into a school uniform
shirt after gym class
Uniform or green warm-up pants must be worn the rest of
the school day
Sports, Scouts and Clubs
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Uniform
Cheerleading uniforms and St. Patrick team jerseys may be
worn on the Friday before a home game
Standard scouting uniforms may be worn on meeting days
Student Council members may wear StuCo t-shirts on
meeting days
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How to Wear It
No casual scouting uniforms, such as jogging sets,
sweatshirts, etc. are considered acceptable
Casual Dress Day
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Appropriate non-uniform dress is to be worn
Blouses/shirts must cover the shoulder and go down to the
hips with an appropriate neck line
Not permitted: Tank tops, torn clothes, inappropriate tshirts, skin-tight or low-rise pants, yoga pants or leggings,
logos on the seat of pants, tight or revealing attire, clothing
that promotes media or actions contrary to St. Patrick
School policies
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How to Wear It
Parents should carefully review shirts and pants with
mottos, graphics, and ads
Pants must be worn at the waist
Shorts or skirts, when permitted, must be no shorter than
two inches above the knee
Socks must be worn at all times and flip-flops are not
allowed
Dress Up Day
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Uniform
Dress pants and collared shirts for boys
Dresses and skirts of appropriate length (no shorter than
two inches above the knee) or dress pants for girls. Dresses
worn may not be strapless, and shoulders must be covered
Uniforms may always be worn on Dress Up Day
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How to Wear It
Not permitted: Jeans, tennis shoes, flip-flops, shorts, tight
or revealing attire
Possible attire for girls: Dresses, skirts, nice pants, and dress
shoes
Possible attire for boys: Collared Polo-style shirt, dress
shirt, tie, nice pants, and dress shoes
Pro Stitch
Educational Outfitters
2570 Union Lake Road, Suite A
Commerce Township, MI 48382
248 360-8119 – www.pro-stitch.net
23317 Orchard Lake Road
Farmington, MI 48336
248.426.7273 - www.educationaloutfitters.com