UNIFORM AND GROOMING REMINDERS AND CLARIFICATIONS (October, 2007)

SKIRTS may not be worn with hem more than 3 inches above the knee. Please check both front and back. If in doubt, hem it LONGER. Do not roll the waistband, regardless of the hem length.

PANTS may not be worn with waistband below the hip bone. If in doubt, pull them up and tighten your belt.

SHIRTS must be tucked in, even when worn underneath uniform sweaters, vests, and jackets.

NO boots unless weather conditions require them. NO combat boots, high-heeled boots, or lace-up boots ANY TIME.

NO footwear that resembles a slipper in any way, including “slides,” and no heels over 2 ½ inches.

NO hooded sweatshirts or jackets, even if from a Judge activity.

NO sweater, sweatshirt, or jacket that is not from the Judge bookstore or from an administration-approved Judge team or activity.

NO undershirt sleeves extending beyond the sleeves of the uniform shirt.

NO leg warmers. Plain leggings (footless tights) are OK for this year but will be revisited for next year.

NO accessories such as scarves and gloves.

SOCKS, tights, leggings, undershirts, belts and shoes must be a plain, solid, neutral color (black, white, tan, navy, brown, gray).

Upon arriving at school, regardless of the time, put your non-uniform outerwear in your locker and tuck in your shirt before proceeding elsewhere in the building.

DRESS AND GROOMING CODE (pp. 21-22 in the 2007-08 Student/Parent Handbook)

Implicit in a student’s acceptance at Judge Memorial is a commitment to abide by the uniform and grooming code. A school uniform fosters the idea that a student’s uniqueness derives from within, not from his or her appearance. In addition, dress regulations contribute to a positive school learning environment and lend dignity to the school community. The principal, assisted by the deans of students, interprets the application of the dress code. The parent or guardian is responsible for purchasing the proper uniform as indicated on page 22 of the Student/Parent Handbook.

Students will be in uniform at all times during school hours (8:00 a.m. -2:45 p.m.), with exceptions during p.e. and dance classes. Students are required to be in full uniform for all assemblies and field trips. Students who are not in compliance with uniform standards will not be allowed to attend class until the problem is corrected and may receive disciplinary consequences.

Personal Grooming Standards

If the personal grooming habits of a student become a distraction to the education process or make a statement contrary to the mission and philosophy of the school, the administration will take measures to end the distraction or contrary statement. The following list provides guidelines for minimum standards, and should not be considered exhaustive. School administration reserves the right to define appropriate and inappropriate grooming and accessories on an individual basis as needed.

1. School attire will be neat, clean, and properly worn. This includes tucking in the shirt, buttoning down the collar, leaving no more than 2 buttons undone on the Oxford shirt, wearing pants from the waist and not hemming the skirt too short or rolling the waistband. Skirt hems must be no more than 3 inches above the knee. Apparel will not be altered or allowed to appear unkempt. Students may not write on or customize any article of clothing.

2. Hair must be neatly groomed and not cover the student’s eyes. No extreme hair styles, including dreadlocks or mohawks, no unnatural coloring, no scarves or athletic headbands.

3. T-shirts worn under the uniform shirt must be a solid, matching color without writing on them. T-shirt sleeves must not extend beyond uniform shirt sleeves.

4. Tights, hose, or socks worn with skirts or shorts must be consistent with uniform appearance. No patterns, fishnet stockings, or non-matching colors.

5. Makeup, jewelry and belts must be modest and appropriate to the academic setting. Belts are not required, but if worn, must be worn in the belt loops.

6. No tattoos or body piercing other than one earring per ear.

Standards for Special Dress Days

JEANS FOR JESUS: Students may be invited to contribute a small amount toward a charity cause in return for being allowed to wear jeans on a designated day. Jeans are blue or black denim pants, skirt, or shorts which are neat, clean, and appropriate for school, worn with a uniform shirt.

FREE DRESS: Free dress days may be approved on rare occasions as a reward for participation in a school fundraiser or other activity. Attire must be modest and appropriate to the academic setting. No tank tops, short skirts, short shorts, bare midriffs, torn clothing, inappropriate logos, hats, etc. Personal grooming standards must be followed.

School Uniform Standards

KHAKI PANTS, flat front or pleated, from Private Clothing Company only.

or a choice of KHAKI SKIRT (girls) or designated NAVY PLAID SKIRT (girls) from Private Clothing Company only, hemmed to a modest length, no more than 3 inches from the top of the knee.

or KHAKI SHORTS (1st and 4th quarter only) flat front or pleated, from Private Clothing Company only, hemmed between knee length and 6" inseam.

JUDGE GOLF SHIRT with Christ the King logo, white, red, or yellow, from Judge Spirit Shop only.

or WHITE, LIGHT YELLOW OR LIGHT BLUE OXFORD CLOTH SHIRT* with button- down collar, long or short sleeve, from Private Clothing Company only.

Optional, but highly recommended to be worn OVER the uniform shirt:

NAVY VEST OR V-NECK SWEATER with Christ the King logo, from Private Clothing Company only,

or NON-HOODED SWEATSHIRT or JACKET PURCHASED IN THE JUDGE SPIRIT SHOP,

or NON-HOODED JUDGE TEAM OR ACTIVITY SWEATSHIRT APPROVED BY DEAN or ATHLETIC/ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR.

SHOES must be appropriate for school and of neutral or matching color. No flip-flops, slipperlike footwear, or high heels. Girls wearing the skirt should not have bare legs during 2nd or 3rd quarter but should wear tights, hose, or knee socks

Uniforms may be purchased directly from Private Clothing Company in the Judge cafeteria on July 25, 26, and 27. Thereafter, they can be purchased from the Judge Spirit Shop or web site, judgememorial.com. Please do not try to substitute items purchased elsewhere.

Call the Deans’ Office at 363-8895 Ext. 142 if you have questions about the uniform. Private Clothing Company can be reached at 553-1180.