Dress Code

Philosophy

The Saint Francis dress code reflects the Christian and academic atmosphere of the school. Student attire should reflect pride in the person and in the school, and dress should be moderate and in good taste. The administration and the faculty will monitor student compliance with the code. The Deans reserve the right to determine the appropriateness of a student’s general appearance and compliance with the code. The administration of Saint Francis has ultimate authority to change the dress code when necessary.

The following regulations are to be observed by all students. Note that the dress code is in effect during the school day (7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.) and whenever students are in classroom buildings.

General Appearance

All students should be well groomed and appropriately attired at all school-related activities. Specifically, clothing must be neat, clean, modest, and in good taste at all times. Extreme fashion in dress or hairstyle is inappropriate for school. Clothing with inappropriate words, graphics, symbols, decorations or references to drugs, alcohol, tobacco or sex is not acceptable. Students whose appearance is judged out of dress code by the faculty or deans will be subject to the disciplinary policies of the school.

Pants and shorts

Pants must be full length, neat and properly fitted. Capri pants if mid-calf and properly fitted are acceptable school pants. Only school uniform shorts are permitted. Uniform shorts must reach the top of the knee.

    Not Acceptable

    Overalls, fatigues, camouflage, form-fitting (lycra, knit or spandex) or excessively baggy pants, athletic wear, warm-ups, blue jeans or pants that look like blue jeans, sweats or sweat-type pants or pants and skirts that are tattered or frayed.

Shirts, tops and blouses

Collared shirts with sleeves are required for boys, and must be buttoned up and tucked in at all times. Words or graphics on shirts are limited to pocket-sized logos or Saint Francis High School graphics. Turtlenecks are also acceptable school tops. Girls may wear tops without collars if they are modest in appearance, no lower than the collarbone and cover the midriff. All shirts/tops must have sleeves, including ones that are worn under a shirt/top. Shirts worn over inappropriate shirts/dresses do not make the shirt/dress acceptable.

    Not Acceptable

    Crew-neck shirts, T-shirts, mock turtlenecks, athletic jerseys, denim shirts, tube tops, tank tops, halter tops, crop-tops, transparent or sheer tops and form-fitting or low-cut tops of any kind.

Skirts/dresses

Skirts and dresses with sleeves are acceptable school attire if they conform to the fit and length expectations of the school. Skirts and dresses should be in good taste, modest in fit. SKIRTS AND DRESSES MUST TOUCH THE KNEE. THIS IS THE SAME EVEN IF WORN OVER LEGGINGS OR TIGHTS. Skorts and culottes are acceptable if they conform to the regulations of fit and length of regular skirts.

    Not acceptable

    Halter dresses, jean dresses or skirts, sundresses, strapless dresses, low-cut dresses, high-slits on skirts, or immodest skirts or dresses of any kind. Shirts worn over inappropriate dresses do not make the dress acceptable.

Outerwear

Jackets, sweaters and sweatshirts are appropriate school outerwear if they conform to the dress regulations of appropriate fit and good taste. Only Saint Francis sweatshirts or college sweatshirts are acceptable. All jackets, sweatshirts or coats may be worn only as outerwear over dress-code attire. No outerwear or other clothing may be tied around the waist.

Shoes

Shoes or dress sandals must be worn at all times.

    Not Acceptable

    Rubber or plastic thongs or athletic sandals.

Hair

Hair is to be neatly groomed at all times. Extreme hairstyles, colors or hair decorations are unacceptable. Male students may not wear their hair longer than the top of the collar nor extend below the eyebrows or below the ears. Male students are expected to be clean-shaven daily.

Restricted Items

The following specific items are regulated or restricted:

  • No hats, caps or visors of any type are to be worn on campus by any student during the school day;
  • Sunglasses may not be worn on campus during the school day;
  • No chains may be attached to clothing or backpacks;
  • Body piercing, nose rings or posts, or tattoos are unacceptable for all students;
  • Earrings must conform to the standards of good taste and appropriateness;
  • Military or camouflage clothing of any kind is not permitted;
  • Blue jeans or pants that look like blue jeans are not permitted;
  • Denim shirts, skirts, dresses, or jackets are not permitted:
  • Words or graphics on shirts and outerwear are limited to pocket-sized logos or Saint Francis High School graphics.

Liturgy/Special Occasion Dress

    In keeping with appropriate dress and respect for certain occasions and events, Saint Francis will require students to dress more formally on specific designated days. These days will be announced in advance and students will be expected to adjust to these guidelines for the school day.

    Boys Dress Code

    Collared shirt and tie, dress slacks, no shorts or sweatshirts.

    Girls Dress Code

    Collared button blouse and tie, dress slacks or knee-length skirt or dress with short or long sleeves, no plunging neckline or sheer material, knee-length.

Homecoming & Christmas Dance Dress Code

    Girls Dress Code

    • Dresses should be of an appropriate style for a school function.
    • Halter dresses and strapless dresses are NOT permitted for these dances.
    • Low cut dresses (front or back), backless or laced-up dresses (dresses must have solid material from the shoulder blade down), or dresses with high slits (above 5 inches from middle of knee) will not be allowed.
    • Dresses which are tight or too form fitting will not be allowed.
    • Dresses of a transparent material are not acceptable.
    • Select shoes which are acceptable for dancing; we do not want students taking their shoes off.

    Boys Dress Code

    • Boys are to wear dress slacks, collared shirts, ties and dress shoes to the dance. Sport coats are optional. No sandals allowed.
    • No shorts, sagging pants or collarless shirts will be allowed.

    Students will not be allowed to enter the dance if they are dressed inappropriately.

Formal Off-Campus Dress Code: Junior Prom & Senior Ball

    Girls Dress Code

    • Dresses should be of an appropriate style for a school function.
    • Halter dresses and strapless dresses are permitted for these dances.
    • Low cut dresses (front or back), backless or laced-up dresses (dresses must have solid material from the shoulder blade down), or dresses with high slits (above 5 inches from middle of knee) will not be allowed.
    • Dresses which are tight or too form fitting will not be allowed.
    • Dresses of a transparent material are not acceptable.
    • Select shoes which are acceptable for dancing; we do not want students taking their shoes off.

    Boys Dress Code

    • Boys are to wear formal dress and shoes to the dance. No sandals allowed.
    • No shorts, sagging pants or collarless shirts will be allowed.

    Students will not be allowed to enter the dance if they are dressed inappropriately.

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