The Saint Francis dress code reflects the Catholic Holy Cross and academic atmosphere of the school with the purpose of promoting safety and strengthening community. Student attire should reflect respect for self and the school.

The dress code is in effect from the time a student arrives on campus until the end of the academic day. If a student is in doubt as to whether a particular garment is acceptable or not, the student should ask before wearing it to school.

Please see the dress code information below.   

Tops: All students must wear one of the following:

• A collared shirt (short- or long-sleeved) that stays below the waistband when seated. The top button may be unbuttoned.
• A sweatshirt or other outerwear that does not display inappropriate, offensive, political, or exclusionary language or images.

Additional Requirements

• Sweatshirts and jackets with zippers must be fully zipped up.
• Crewneck sweaters (with or without a collar) must cover both shoulders completely and may not reveal undergarments. Cut-off tops are not allowed.
• All clothing must be free of rips, tears, or see-through material and must be appropriate for a school setting.

Bottoms

• Uncompromised-denim or dress pants.
• Leggings, athletic shorts, pajamas, and sweatpants are only permissible on Lancer Dress Days or otherwise designated “special dress” days.
• All clothing should be free of rips, tears, sheer, or see-through material and should be appropriate for school.

Personal Accessories

• Body art must be appropriate for school or must be fully covered at all times.
• Hats, beanies, hoods, and sunglasses are allowed during the school day but may not be worn inside buildings or classrooms during school hours.
• In the interest of safety, close-toed shoes with backs are highly recommended.
• Cell phones are to be turned off and put away in back packs during the school day. Visible cell phones will be regarded as a dress code infraction.
• Saint Francis ID must be worn on an appropriate lanyard around the neck during school hours.

Lancer Gear Friday

• Tops. A visible Saint Francis top (t-shirt or sweatshirt)
• Bottom: With any approved bottoms; leggings, athletic shorts, pajamas or sweatpants that are uncompromised.
• OR Standard dress code.

Injured Students

Any student needing to modify the dress code due to an injury must request this modification through the Deans of Students prior to returning to school.

How Can We Help?

Whether you’re looking for more information about enrollment, events, or next steps, our Admissions Team is happy to support you. Don’t hesitate to reach out — we’re excited to welcome you to the Saint Francis community and walk with you every step of the way.