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St. Joseph Catholic School

Dress Code and Personal Appearance

SJS requires that all students comply with the official Uniform Code of Dress for every school day.  However, on certain school dress up days (spirit week / fun days / dances) students will be allowed to dress accordingly for that event. SJS students dress and appearance will be neat, clean, and reflect due regard for legitimate sensibilities that support the mission of Catholic education.  St. Joseph School believes that proper student attire that is clean, neat, practical, and modest, enhances the learning atmosphere and that in cooperation with the parents, students will attend school and school functions appropriately dressed.  School attire should demonstrate that the student has both a sense of personal dignity and a sense of what is appropriate for the Missoula Catholic School environment. Appropriate attire takes into consideration Christian

modesty, health, comfort, and pride in personal appearance, as well as avoidance of distracting influences.  St. Joseph School also believes that clothing and physical appearance should be an outward expression of the Missoula Catholic community and should exemplify the schools distinction from other schools.  Students and parents will be informed prior to any changes in the official Code of Dress.

The Official Uniform Code of Dress is:

  • Khaki or Navy dress pants slacks / cargo / capri pants. 
  • Khaki or Navy dress shorts / skirts are acceptable, but must be at a hem length no higher than just above the knee (skirts) and at the mid-thigh or longer (shorts.) 
  • Athletic type shorts or sweat pants are not allowed with the exception of PE class.
  • Jeans are not allowed of any color.
  • Official uniform shirt that is normal fitting (red, blue, or white).
  • Under shirts must be official uniform color (red, navy, or white) and may not stick out below uniform shirt.
  • NO JACKETS allowed once the students have entered the school building.
  • Students will be fully clothed in neat, clean, and modest attire.
  • Clothing will fully cover undergarments.
  • Clothing will be free from tears, holes and frayed edges.
  • Clothing will not be excessively tight, worn, patched, or bizarre in design.
  • Sunglasses, headphones, or earplugs are never allowed.
  • Hats, caps, and scarves are not allowed inside school facilities.
  • No open toed shoes including flip-flops and sandals will be allowed.
  • No hair styles that detract from or disturb the learning environment.

 

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Please Note!

You may purchase uniforms at:

  1. Sideliners - order forms available at the front office.
  2. Any retailer that fits the colors and styles listed above.
  3. Please note line two for types of shorts and skirts allowed on normal code of dress days.  The SJS Logo and crest are available from any shirt shop with ability to embroider.

Revised:  08/21/2009