Dressed for Success
Uniforms contribute to Carminati School’s sense of pride and distinction. The students look well groomed and the uniform-look gives an outward sign of being a community. Wearing uniforms shows equality of all students at Carminati by de-emphasizing economic differences. Uniforms also lessen peer pressure and enhance self-esteem. They promote a focus on the development of the “inside” of the students rather than the externals and what the students are wearing. Clothes do not become a distraction. Uniforms are practical, durable, and economical. The emphasis for students coming to school is to prepare their minds for learning. Each student is required to own a uniform in good clean condition and is expected to wear it at all times except on designated non-uniform days. Whenever specific clarification is necessary, the principal will make the final determination.
Students who must deviate from the uniform policy are requested to present a note to the teacher. If a student arrives at school without a proper uniform they will receive a phone call home for a change of clothes and/ or receive a Uniform Infraction. A student who has three Uniform Infractions will be subject to disciplinary action.
UNIFORM FOR GIRLS - Grades Pre-K-5:
Navy blue or khaki jumper, skort, walking shorts, capri or skirt. Skirts, skorts or jumpers should hang no shorter than three inches above the back of the knee.
OR Navy blue or khaki pants. Ankle length pants may be worn. Sweatpants or jeans may not be worn as uniform pants.
The girls’ jumper, skort or skirt may be worn with solid navy leggings. Leggings may not be worn alone.
Burgundy, gold, Navy blue, or white polo shirt. These may be knit, long or short sleeve, button front, no logos or graphics other than Carminati School logo.
OR Burgundy, gold, Navy blue or white blouse. Plain, button front, long or short sleeve; pointed, rounded or button-down collar. No lace.
OR Burgundy, Navy blue, or gold Carminati T-shirts.
OR Burgundy, gold, Navy blue, or white turtleneck. Knit, long sleeve.
No oversized shirts or blouses are acceptable. If shirts are worn under uniform blouses or shirts, they must be plain white, and not hang below top shirt.
Burgundy or Navy blue sweater or sweatshirt. Button front, crew neck pullover or hooded pullover with school logo are optional.
Shoes:
Shoes must be in good, clean condition and must be appropriate for walking, running, jumping, and playing. Shoes must always be worn with socks (or tights.) For safety reasons, shoes must have a back (no clogs or flip-flops). No open-toed sandals or platforms are allowed. Heels may be no more that 1-inch high. Shoes should be mainly brown, black, blue, white, or gray.
Accessories for Girls:
Earrings: Due to safety considerations, only stud earrings are permitted at school even on non-uniform days.
Make-up: No make-up is allowed in grades K-5.
Hair: No extreme hairstyles. No unnatural coloring is allowed. Hats or bandanas may not be worn inside the school buildings.
Belts: Plain navy, black or brown.
Socks: Plain navy or white socks are preferable.
UNIFORM FOR BOYS - Grades Pre-K-5:
Navy blue or khaki pants. Ankle length pants may be worn. Sweatpants or jeans may not be worn as uniform pants.
OR navy blue khaki walking shorts:
Burgundy, gold, Navy blue or white shirt: Plain, button front, long or short sleeve; pointed or button-down collar.
Burgundy, gold, Navy blue, or white polo shirt: These may be knit, long or short sleeve, button front, no logos or graphics other than Carminati School logo.
OR Burgundy, Navy blue, or gold Carminati t-shirts.
OR burgundy, gold, Navy blue, or white turtleneck: Knit long sleeve.
No oversized shirts are acceptable. If shirts are worn under uniform shirts, they must be plain white, and not hang below the top shirt.
Burgundy or Navy blue sweater or sweatshirts: Button front, crew neck pullover, or hooded pullover with school logo are optional.
Shoes:
Shoes must be in good, clean condition and must be appropriate for walking, running, jumping, and playing. Shoes must always be worn with socks. For safety reasons, shoes must have a back (no clogs or flip-flops), and no open-toed sandals are allowed. Shoes should be mainly brown, black, blue, white, or gray.
Accessories for Boys:
Earrings: Due to safety considerations, only stud earrings are permitted at school even on non-uniform days.
Hair: No extreme hairstyles. No unnatural coloring is allowed. Mohawks must be no more than 2 inches long. Hats or bandanas may not be worn inside the school buildings.
Belts: Plain navy, black or brown.
Socks: Navy, white or black are preferable.
Dress Code Violations:
Student must not wear:
• Clothing that has spaghetti straps or halter tops, tube tops or tank tops
• Revealing (cleavage, midriff, see-through) or skintight clothing
• Oversized attire, or saggy pants
• Pajama bottoms
• Bicycle shorts or short shorts
• Clothing or jewelry:
- with obscene or inflammatory language, symbols, gang related personalization or any writing, symbol, or picture advertising drugs, alcohol, or cigarettes
- that displays any overt violence or sexually suggestive information
• Clogs, flip-flops or other unsafe footwear
Please properly mark your child’s uniforms, lunch boxes, backpacks, etc. with your child’s full name so these items are easily identifiable. Lost and found areas are provided in the office and school cafeteria for lost articles.