Uniforms display a commitment to learning and provide an atmosphere of respect and equality for the students. The following guidelines must be adhered to during the school day unless otherwise directed. Students out of uniform will be given demerit(s). Consistent and/or flagrant violation of the dress and uniform code will result in detention(s) and, if necessary, in-school suspension.
Dress Code
Uniform
The uniform consists of:
- Short-sleeved or long-sleeved, banded, white polo with SCA crest*
- V-neck, long-sleeved, purple, pull-over sweater with SCA crest* (V-neck to be worn on selected feast days and other formal days)
- Long-sleeve purple quarter-zip pullover with SCA crest* (New for the 2020-2021 academic year)
- Seniors: Long sleeve black cardigan sweater with SCA crest*
- Grey kilt skirt with SCA monogram* – Must be HEMMED (not rolled) to no shorter than 2 inches above the knee
- White or black socks must be worn and visible
- White or black opaque tights may be worn – no patterns
- White or black full-length leggings may be worn (Please note: joggers are not acceptable, leggings with mesh cut-outs are not allowed)
- Shoes should be all black, closed-toe, closed-back, with less than 1-inch heel, no fur or faux-fur lining, no white or other colored logo/decorations (e.g. Nike “swoosh” and the like must be BLACK). Note: athletic shoes can be worn but only if they are ALL BLACK. No exceptions will be allowed for any reason.
Gym uniform:
- Purple SCA gym shirt* (SCA gym sweatshirt optional)
- Black SCA gym shorts* (SCA running shorts/sweats optional and can be purchased at SCA school store)
*Items marked with an * MUST be purchased at Educational Outfitters.
Educational Outfitters
Educational Outfitters
23317 Orchard Lake Road
Farmington, MI 48336
Phone: 248-426-7273
Please read the following message from Educational Outfitters and download their flyer about the reopening policy:
“Per the State of Michigan’s requirements, we are allowed 10 customers in the store at a time. Appointments are required, please call the store for an appointment. Below is a link specific to shop for St. Catherine of Siena Academy. You are encouraged to set up an appointment to ensure proper sizing.”
Below is a link specific to shop for St. Catherine of Siena Academy. You are encouraged to set up an appointment to ensure proper sizing.
Shop Educational Outfitters: https://detroit.educationaloutfitters.com/find-my-school/st-catherine-of-siena/
Special Notes
Special Notes:
- Jackets, sweatshirts, fleeces, boots, moccasins, sandals, Crocs, and other outerwear ARE NOT to be worn during instructional hours.
- Long-sleeved shirts may be worn under the uniform polo shirt. Undershirts must be black or white and have no writing visible.
- During dress down/themed/spirit days, the following are NOT PERMITTED:
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- Leggings without a dress, or skirt, or shorts worn over the leggings
- Ripped or torn jeans
- Shorts or skirts that are not of an appropriate length (2 inches above the knee)
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- For dress-up days, masses, and school events: Skirts and dresses must be of appropriate length (2 inches above the knee).
- The Dance Attire policy will be made available to students and parents each school year.
- Hair color, excessive make-up, piercings, and gauges: Students must have a natural hair color and non-garish make-up if any is worn. Piercings, other than the earlobe, and permanent body art may not be visible
- Blankets, stuffed animals, blanket-like sweatshirts, and pillows MAY NOT be carried or worn during instructional hours.
- Hats, caps, bandanas, sunglasses, and other headgear may not be worn during school hours.
For any questions please contact the Dean of Students, Daniel Bumpus.
