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GENERAL
School is a place of business, and students will dress accordingly. It is the responsibility of parents to require that their children dress according to our school uniform rules and to insist that their appearance always be neat, clean, and modest. The primary responsibility for enforcing the dress code rests with the parents and not with the school. If a student is out of uniform, parents will be notified by a note of the offense. After a second offense, parents will be called to bring the correct clothing. Intentional abuse of the dress code will be considered cause for disciplinary actions.
UNIFORMS
Uniforms are available at The Uniform Place, 811 N. 68th Street, Milwaukee (414-258-7888). Used uniforms, in limited sizes, may become available through the Home and School Association. Uniforms are not restricted by date; however, we expect students to dress for the weather and for the temperature of the building.
Shoes: Clogs, high heels, and flip-flops are not allowed for health and safety reasons. Students must wear tennis shoes for physical education classes. Tennis shoes are to be white-soled. All students are required to wear boots during snowy weather. These are not allowed to be worn inside the building or classrooms, however, because of the danger of wet corridors, and the odor of drying leather. If a student wears indoor/outdoor shoes, an extra pair must be provided for changing. Sandals are not encouraged, but are allowed in very warm weather provided they are worn with socks and have a heel strap.
Makeup: Makeup may not be worn. Only clear nail polish will be allowed to be worn at school. White-out will not be allowed to be worn. If makeup or colored nail polish is worn, you will be asked to remove it and you will receive a warning.
Hair Color: Only natural hair color is allowed.
Jewelry: Any jewelry worn with the uniform must be of a conservative style. No more than one necklace or bracelet is allowed. No more than two earrings per ear are allowed. Rings in any other part of the anatomy are not allowed.
Girls Jumper (Jr.K - Gr. 5): The uniform blue plaid jumper available from The Uniform Place is the only acceptable jumper. Jumpers are to be no more than four inches from the knee.
Girls Skirts (Grs. 6 - 8): The uniform blue plaid skirt available from The Uniform Place is the only acceptable uniform skirt. Skirts are to be of appropriate size and no more than four inches above the knee and are not to be rolled.
Slacks: Navy blue (or medium grey for Grs. 6 - 8) cords or dress slacks of appropriate size. Jeans are not allowed as part of the uniform. No topstitching of a contrasting color is allowed. Slacks are to be of a conservative style without extra pockets and decorations, neatly hemmed or cuffed. Slacks are to be worn at the waist. A belt is required if the entire waist of the slacks is not elastic. The belt may not hang down at front or side.
Shorts: Navy blue walking shorts purchased from The Uniform Place or an identical style of appropriate size and color may be worn as part of the uniform. Shorts are to be above the knee, but not more than four inches above. Shorts are to be worn at the waist, and must be hemmed or cuffed. Plain white or navy socks, without decorations, are to be worn when wearing shorts. A belt is required if the entire waist of the shorts is not elastic. The belt may not hang down at front or side.
Shirts: White dress shirt, either long- or short-sleeved, or white polo shirt of appropriate size. Shirt is to have no contrasting trim or decoration, and must have a collar. Shirts are to be tucked into slacks and shorts, not folded under. White turtlenecks may be worn under the collar shirt or under a sweater or sweatshirt.
Sweaters: Must be solid navy blue (or red for Grs. 6 - 8) in color. Sweaters may be cardigan or pullover style and may be long-sleeved or sleeveless.
Sweatshirts: The uniform sweatshirt in navy blue (or red for Grs. 6 - 8) with the St. Bernadette logo is the only sweatshirt allowed as part of the uniform and must be of appropriate size and worn right-side out.
Girls' Socks: Solid colored navy, white (or red for Grs. 6 - 8) anklets, knee socks, or tights without decorations or trim are required.
SPIRIT DAY
SPIRIT DAY
The first school Friday of each month shall be designated as Spirit Day. Students may wear any clothing (except hats) imprinted with a logo representing a St. Bernadette activity. This includes sport uniform jerseys, souvenir play shirts, prizes from fundraisers, et cetera. If students do not wear spirit wear, they are to be in uniform on those days. Students may wear non-uniform slacks on Spirit Day with their spirit tops. Slacks are to be neutral in tone and color and not advertising another activity such as Bucks or Brewers. Jeans will be allowed on these days provided that they are in good condition and clean. If shorts are worn, they are to be uniform shorts. Baggy, low-slung pants, frayed hems, and cuffs that touch the floor are not allowed.
DRESS DIFFERENT DAYS
On the average of once a month we have "Dress Different Day." Although these can be fun days, parents are asked to be sure students are dressed in good taste. Jeans will be allowed on these days provided that they are in good condition and clean. Halter tops, immodestly short or tight skirts, and bare midriffs or shoulders are not allowed. If shorts are worn, they are to be uniform shorts. Baggy, low-slung pants, frayed hems, and cuffs that touch the floor are not allowed.
DRESS DIFFERENT DAYS
On the average of once a month we have "Dress Different Day." Although these can be fun days, parents are asked to be sure students are dressed in good taste. Jeans will be allowed on these days provided that they are in good condition and clean. Halter tops, immodestly short or tight skirts, and bare midriffs or shoulders are not allowed. If shorts are worn, they are to be uniform shorts. Baggy, low-slung pants, frayed hems, and cuffs that touch the floor are not allowed.