Uniforms are available at Donald's Uniform Store.

UNIFORM/DRESS CODE

Parents have agreed that uniforms are both cost-efficient as well as a means of discouraging competition in dress.  Since this is the case, it is important that parents read, know, and support the dress code for St. John's School.  Deviations from uniform regulations are not always the fault of the parents. 

It is a known fact that children will alter their appearance and dress on school grounds in an attempt to express their individuality and creativity.  However, it is preferred that schoolwork and assignments be the outlet for this creative expression.  The school has designated certain stores to be used to assure a commonality and uniformity in dress.  The uniform policy is for the good of all involved and it is enforced by the teachers and the principal.  The principal is the final decision maker on uniform questions.  

If you have questions, models of the school uniform are available in the school office. 

GIRLS:

1. A standard uniform is worn by all girls at all times-skirt, jumper, pants, or shorts.  Uniform skirts and jumpers are purchased only at Donald's Uniform Store.  Uniform pants and shorts may be purchased at J.C. Penney's, Gap, Old Navy and Donald's.

2. The uniform jumper or skirt is to be no shorter than knee length.  Please allow for growth when purchasing these items.

3. School shoes should be slip-on loafers, buckle or tie oxfords.  They are to be black, brown or blue.  Slings, athletic shoes, shoe boots, etc. are not permitted.  Metal heel plates may not be worn.

4. Socks are always worn with shoes and may be navy blue, light blue, white, or gray.  Tights or knee-highs are also allowed.  Ankle socks must be visible and come to the anklebone.

5. Hairstyles must be simple and neat.  Limited styling and color experimentation is allowed with an emphasis on not distracting others from learning.  However, hair colors must look natural; e.g., no green, blue, bright blonde.

6. Light makeup is permitted for junior high students.  Nail polish is permitted.

7. Single small earrings are allowed for girls who have pierced ears, but should be no bigger than a dime.  Students may wear a single necklace or a bracelet.  Watches are not considered as a bracelet.

8. Colored, printed, or decorated gym or T-shirts are not to be worn under the uniform blouse/shirt.  Plain white T-shirts are permissible. 

BOYS:

1. All boys wear a standard uniform at all times.  Uniforms are purchased at Donald's Uniform Company. 

2. School shoes should be slip-on loafers, buckle or tie oxfords.  They are to be black, brown or navy blue.  Athletic shoes or shoe boots, etc. are not permitted.  Metal heel plates may not be worn.

3. Socks are always worn with shoes and may be navy blue, light blue, white or gray.  Ankle socks must be visible and come to the anklebone.

4. Hairstyles must be simple and neat.  Limited styling and color experimentation is allowed with an emphasis on not distracting others from learning.  However, hair colors must look natural; e.g., no green, blue, bright blonde.  Boys' hair must be above the eyebrows, the ears and not extend past the collar.

5. Boys are not allowed to wear earrings to school.

6. Colored, printed, or decorated gym or T-shirts are not to be worn under the uniform shirt.  Plain white T-shirts are permissible. 

ALL UNIFORM CLOTHING SHOULD BE LABELED WITH THE STUDENT'S FAMILY NAME. 

Uniform -

Shoes

• Dress shoes-black, brown or navy blue-must have closed toes/backs
• Sandals - must have strap on back - must be worn with socks and may only be worn in September, May and June

Socks:

• Always must be worn and anklets must cover ankle bone
• Anklets, tights, or knee-hi's may be worn
• Socks may be any color of the uniform - navy blue, light blue, white or gray 

School Spirit Clothes:

School Spirit Days are designated to promote St. John's and show spirit for our school.  Therefore, the key is to wear something with "St. John's" on it.  The School Spirit day is tied to us contributing to the New Brighton, "Feed My Neighbor" program used to help other people less fortunate than we are.  Canned goods such as vegetables, soups, sauces, stews, juice-100% preferred; also boxed items such as crackers, pastas, pretzels, or toilet paper, baby diapers, personal products-soap, shampoo, toothpaste.  Each student brings in an item. All items are collected and taken to the Ralph Reader Food Shelf. 

• School Spirit -twice a month on Fridays (see monthly calendar).
• Clothing: navy blue wind pants, navy blue sweat pants or khakis and any kind of shirt with a St. John the Baptist name.
• Non-uniform day once a month (if no Uniform Slips): tennis shoes, jeans and an appropriate shirt*-or wind pants, sweat pants or khakis.  Shorts or skirts worn for non-uniform day must meet the fingertip length test.   *Appropriate shirt contains no drug/alcohol or demonic symbols or words.
• If a reward of tennis shoe day is given - students may wear their tennis shoes to school.

Jewelry

• Girls may wear: Single earrings - No larger than a dime
• Girls or boys may wear a single necklace or bracelet (watches are not considered a bracelet).

Hair color:

• No unnatural hair colors; e.g., green, blue, bright blonde
• Hair must be simple and neat.
• Hair for boys - above eyelashes, ears and collars

GYM CLOTHES

Students may wear T-shirts, shorts/slacks or sweatpants and athletic shoes for gym class.  All shorts must meet the fingertip test.  These are brought to school on gym days.  Students are given time to change clothes and shoes before and after gym classes which automatically assumes that gym clothes and shoes are worn only during gym time, and not to and from school without permission from the gym teacher.