School Uniforms

Student Dress Code

VIEW DRESS CODE POLICY PPT

In addition to the uniform policy, St. John Bosco students are neat and well-groomed.  This defines a student’s appearance every day, whether in uniform or not and on free dress days.  At all times, clothing is neat, clean, and true to color.  Faded or torn clothing does not meet uniform requirements and is not to be worn at school. It is the parent’s responsibility to make sure their student is in compliance with the uniform policy. The homeroom teacher will check her/his class daily to make sure each student is in uniform. 

Student clothing should be labeled.  Spare clothing is kept on hand in the health office for emergencies.  If used, it is to be washed and returned to the nurse the next day.

Proper Grooming

Shirts are tucked in, and not “bloused” while on campus, including while in the carpool lane.  All skirts, shorts, skorts, and jumpers are worn within 2” from the back of the knee.  Shorts worn under skirts or jumpers should not be visible under the clothing when the student is standing.  Bike shorts may only be worn underneath skirts.  Skirts, shorts, and pants are worn at the natural waistline, and are not rolled or sagged.  Shoes are tied securely and properly.  Students do not draw on themselves, others, their shoes, or clothing.  Undergarments are solid white with no logo. Leggings should not be worn under skirts. 

Outdoor Wear

Hats and sunglasses may be worn to and from school, at recess, and when P.E. is outdoors.  Hats are removed when students are indoors. In cold weather, a navy or gray sweatshirt with a St. John Bosco logo may be worn. Non SJB sweatshirts or jackets must be removed in the classroom and in Mass. Older version SJB hoodies are no longer permitted to be worn indoors. Only SJB zip-up jackets or SJB pullover sweatshirts are permitted indoors while on campus. 

Hair

Hair is neat and well-groomed without elaborate or outlandish hairstyles, as determined by the administration. Spiking, streaking, mo hawks, fro hawks, head shaving, hair dying, and/or highlights are prohibited.  Boys’ hair should be clean, combed, cut (not styled/combed/curled) above the ears, eyebrows, and collar. 

Girls’ hair is clean, brushed, worn off the face and out of the eyes. Hair extensions are not acceptable. Hair hardware should be for function, not fashion. They should not exceed more than 5 inches. Large bows, such as Jo Jo bows are not acceptable.Tinsel, glitter, or highlights are not allowed. Hair accessories must match the Christopher plaid, and be solid navy, black, yellow, green, or white. All hair violations will be allotted one week from the time of the first warning to rectify the infringement.

Accessories

Acceptable jewelry for uniform and non-uniform days are a simple watch (NO smart or connected watches), a single, religious necklace (worn under the shirt), and a single set of simple stud earrings for pierced ear lobes (girls only). Hoop or dangling earrings, bracelets, rings, and tattoos are a fad and NOT permitted. Nail polish (including French manicure), artificial/gel nails, and makeup (including, but not limited to mascara, blush, eyeliner, eye shadow, lipstick/gloss, and glitter) are NOT permitted.  Hair bands, scrunchies, and other hair accessories may NOT be worn on the wrist.

Field Trip Dress Code

Students will wear school uniforms on field trips, unless indicated otherwise by administrative approval.

Non-Uniform Dress Days

Clothing must NOT be considered offensive in any way. Non-uniform shirts may be t-shirts or collared shirts of appropriate length and style. Tank tops, spaghetti straps, cutoffs, ripped, frayed, or faded shirts are not permitted. Non-uniform shorts, skirts, or pants may be denim or appropriate material. Popular jeans with holes are not allowed as well as leggings, jeggings, or yoga pants.

Skirts, shorts, and dresses may be worn, but must be no shorter than 2” from the back of the knee for ALL grade levels. Shoes must be flat and closed at the toe and heel. If free dress day falls on P.E. day, athletic shoes must be worn.

Student Uniform Violations     

If a student is violating the uniform code, the teacher will ask the student/parent to “correct” the violation by a specific time. If the violation is not corrected by the given time, the teacher will email the parent letting them know of the violation and noncompliance of the student. If the violation continues, the teacher will fill out a uniform violation form and the administration will contact the student’s parents and action will be taken.  

Uniforms

Preschool (3s & PreK) students are required to wear the P.E. uniform every day or follow the uniform below: 

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The official St. John Bosco regular uniform and P.E. uniform must be purchased from Anton Uniforms. This includes but is not limited to boys uniform dress shorts, P.E. shirt and shorts, and polo shirts. Please refrain from purchasing uniform clothes from other stores. Previous “older”versions of the SJB P.E. T-shirts are not permitted including the version that has the school on the back with yellow rays. 

The Administration has the final authority to determine the appropriateness of personal appearance and uniform presentation for all students attending St. John Bosco Catholic School. Parents and students are asked to cooperate fully with the dress code and to occasionally review the uniform guidelines with their student(s).

Girls' Uniform

Boys' Uniform

Boys' and Girls' P.E. Uniform

Used Uniforms

Gently used uniforms are available for sale from the SJB Uniform Closet. The closet is located inside the school library - stop by the front desk to access the closet. Cash or check only - all proceeds directly benefit the school!

Plaid Items: $15
Sweatshirts: $10
Collared Shirts: $5
P.E. Shirts: $5
Shorts & Pants: $5