Uniform Guidelines can be found at the back of the Family Handbook.
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DRESS CODE
The Uniform Policy of Roanoke Catholic School is outlined below. While dress code is certainly not the most important aspect in educating your child, it is important to have students dressed in a way that promotes a positive and cohesive learning environment without distractions. Students should maintain a modest, neat, and well-groomed appearance while at school and at all school functions. Clothing and hair should be neat, clean, and appropriate for school. Students should be in full uniform during the school day. Students may wear only items listed in uniform guidelines.
Dress code enforcement begins at home. Students will not be allowed to attend class or participate in school activities unless they are properly dressed. A student in violation of the dress code may be sent home to correct the violation immediately or a parent may be asked to bring the appropriate attire. In addition, demerits will be issued for non-compliance in grades 5-12. The administration reserves the right to determine what appropriate school attire is. Uniforms and embroidered items may be purchased directly from the school’s suppliers: Flynn and O’Hara, Global School Outfitters (Tommy Hilfiger), or Jammin’. Links appear on our school website. Our school logo is available for application through all suppliers.
General Uniform Notes
- All clothing must be clean, unwrinkled, hemmed, and in good condition.
- Shirts should be buttoned; the top shirt button may be open.
- All shirts should be tucked into the waistband so the waistband is visible.
- Only white undershirts without logos or designs can be worn under polos
- Slacks and shorts should be worn above the hips with belts visible.
- All shoes must be closed-toed and closed-heeled tennis shoes; no clogs, crocs, sandals, boots, slippers, or footwear resembling slippers and socks.
- Shoes should not include sequins, lights, or wheels.
- Coats and jackets designed for outside are to remain in lockers/classroom and may not be worn in class. Acceptable outer garments allowed in class are the letter jacket; navy blue, green, or another school sweatshirt with RCS logo (available through the school); navy blue or green fleece jacket (available through the school or Tommy Hilfiger) or uniform sweaters. School uniform polo must be worn underneath. Hoodies are not acceptable to wear during the regular school day.
- At no time are bare shoulders, bare backs, bare midriffs, or low-cut necklines acceptable. Tank tops, spaghetti straps, and halter tops are not permitted, even if worn under jackets, blouses, or sweaters.
- No visible tattoos or piercing other than ears (females) are permitted. (no more than two per ear)
- Jewelry must be kept to a minimum. Large necklaces and bracelets are not acceptable. A maximum of two stud earrings, worn on the ears, will be allowed for girls. Boys may not wear earrings. One cross, crucifix or medal, one ring, and a watch are permissible. No make-up or nail polish, including French or American nude manicure styles, are allowed in lower or middle school.
- Hats and caps may not be worn at anytime during the school day.
- Hair should be neatly styled and groomed away from the face so as not to cover the face. Maximum hair length for male students is to the eyebrows, to the top of the shirt collar, and above the middle of the ears – groomed or ungroomed.
- No unusual/extreme styles, or extreme/unnatural color, all as determined by the administration.
- Male students should be clean-shaven with sideburns no longer than mid-ear. Students who have a medical exemption to this rule should have a doctor’s note on file with the principal and the nurse. This note must be current and if necessary reissued and filed annually.
Lower School Uniform Guidelines
The color code for RCS Green is PMS 357. This is needed if you choose to purchase green polos from another vendor and get them embroidered locally.
School Attire for Girls
Items appearing in italics must be ordered from the school’s vendors.
Standard Uniform
- Uniform jumper (Grades PK-4); hem must be fingertip length
- Uniform skirt (Grades 4-7); must be fingertip length
- Blue oxford-cloth dress shirt with button-down or Peter Pan collar; no ruffles, emblems, or contrast stitching; may be long or short sleeves; shirt tails must be long enough to be tucked in.
- Solid navy, black or white knee socks or white athletic socks. Solid navy, black or white tights or leggings.
- Tennis shoes
Options
- Navy blue or khaki walking shorts; walking shorts are defined as being no more than three inches above the knee; must be worn with belt and only during Eastern Daylight Time
- Green polo-style shirt (long or short sleeve) with Roanoke Catholic School logo; may be worn with shorts, slacks, jumpers, or skirts
- Belt – blue, black, or brown must be worn with slacks or shorts in grades 2-7
- Navy blue or khaki dress style slacks
- Navy blue or white tights
- Navy blue crewneck or cardigan sweater with RCS logo
- Navy blue or green fleece jacket with RCS logo
- Navy blue, green, or other sweatshirt with RCS logo
Physical Education Uniform
Girls may wear their school shorts or slacks, or, if they wear jumpers and skirts, shorts of any color should be worn under the jumper or skirt. Please make sure these shorts are not longer than the skirts and jumpers.
Out-of-Uniform Guidelines (Boys & Girls)
On out-of-uniform days, students must wear neat clothing and must always wear tennis shoes with socks. Skirts should be no shorter than fingertip length. Shorts must be no more than fingertip length. Torn/Distressed jeans, pajama bottoms, leggings, jeggings/joggers, tights, sweatpants/shorts, athletic pants/shorts are never permitted during the school day. Students must comply with whatever specific guidelines are stipulated for special out-of-uniform days, i.e. Celtic Pride Day. No jeans are acceptable on dress-up days. Uniforms are always acceptable. Jewelry and nail polish restrictions are relaxed on out-of-uniform days; however, make-up may never be worn to school. All girl and boy scouts may wear the appropriate scouting uniforms on meeting days.
School Attire for Boys
Items appearing in italics must be ordered from the school’s vendors.
Standard Uniform
- Green polo-style shirt (long or short sleeve) with Roanoke Catholic School logo
- Navy blue or khaki dress style slacks
- Solid color belt (blue, black or brown) for Grades 2-7
- Solid navy blue, black or white socks
- Tennis shoes
Options
- Blue Oxford-cloth dress shirt with button-down collar; no emblems or contrast stitching; may have long or short sleeves; shirt tails must be long enough to remain tucked in
- Navy blue walking shorts made of a cotton/polyester blend; walking shorts are defined as being no more than three inches above the knee; must be worn with solid-colored belt and only during Eastern Daylight Time
- Navy blue crewneck or cardigan sweater with RCS logo
- Navy blue or green fleece jacket with RCS logo
- Navy blue, green, or other sweatshirt with RCS logo
Physical Education Uniform
Boys in grades K-7 will participate in Physical Education classes in their regular school uniform, but boys in grades 5-7 may bring a plain white t-shirt to wear for P.E.
Out-of-Uniform Guidelines (Boys & Girls)
On out-of-uniform days, students must wear neat clothing and must always wear tennis shoes with socks. Skirts must be fingertip length. Shorts must be no more than three inches above the knee. Torn/Distressed jeans, pajama bottoms, leggings, jeggings/joggers, tights, sweatpants/shorts, athletic pants/shorts are never permitted during the school day. Students must comply with whatever specific guidelines are stipulated for special out-of-uniform days, i.e. Celtic Pride Day. No jeans are acceptable on dress-up days. Uniforms are always acceptable. Jewelry and nail polish restrictions are relaxed on out-of-uniform days; however, make-up may never be worn to school. All girl and boy scouts may wear the appropriate scouting uniforms on meeting days.
Upper School Uniform Guidelines
School Attire for Girls
Items appearing in italics must be ordered from the school’s vendors.
Standard Uniform
- Plaid or khaki skirt, box-pleated skirt, or A- line skirt [Classic navy/evergreen plaid] (All skirts/kilts – must be fingertip length. Skirts may not be rolled. Shorts or leggings under skirts are recommended.)
- Khaki or navy blue uniform slacks made of a cotton/polyester blend
- Green polo-style shirt (long or short sleeve) with Roanoke Catholic School logo
- Tennis shoes or solid brown, navy or black flat dress shoes (no boots, crocs, clogs, or slippers).
- Socks, when worn, should be solid in color (navy, black or white); solid navy blue knee socks; solid navy blue opaque tights; solid navy blue or skin-tone hose may be worn with dress shoes.
- Dark belt must be worn with slacks or shorts.
Options
- Khaki or navy blue uniform shorts made of a cotton/polyester blend must be no more than three inches above the knee; no rolling up allowed; must be worn with solid-colored belt and only during Eastern Daylight Time
- Navy blue crewneck or cardigan sweater with RCS logo
- Navy blue or green fleece jacket with RCS logo
- Navy blue, green, or other sweatshirt with RCS logo
- RCS Letter jacket
School Attire for Boys
Items appearing in italics must be ordered from the school’s vendors.
Standard Uniform
- Khaki or navy blue uniform slacks made of a cotton/polyester blend
- Green polo-style shirt (long or short sleeve) with Roanoke Catholic School logo
- Tennis shoes or solid brown, navy or black flat dress shoes (no boots, crocs, clogs, or slippers).
- Solid color socks (navy, black or white).
- Dark belt must be worn
Options
- Khaki or navy blue uniform shorts made of a cotton/polyester blend must be no more than three inches above the knee; must be worn with solid-colored belt and only during Eastern Daylight Time
- Navy blue or green crewneck or cardigan sweater with RCS logo
- Navy blue or green fleece jacket with RCS logo
- Navy blue, green, or other sweatshirt with RCS logo
- RCS Letter jacket
Out-of-Uniform Guidelines (Boys & Girls)
On out-of-uniform days, students must wear neat clothing and must always wear tennis shoes with socks. Skirts should be no shorter than fingertip length. Shorts must be no more than fingertip length. Torn/Distressed jeans, pajama bottoms, leggings, jeggings/joggers, tights, sweatpants/shorts, athletic pants/shorts are never permitted during the school day. Students must comply with whatever specific guidelines are stipulated for special out-of-uniform days, i.e. Celtic Pride Day. No jeans are acceptable on dress-up days. Uniforms are always acceptable. All girl and boy scouts may wear the appropriate scouting uniforms on meeting days.
Formal Dress Days (Mass Days)
- Students in all grades should wear either a white or light blue button down shirt.
- Boys in grades 5th – 12th should wear a RCS plaid tie
- Navy blue crewneck or cardigan sweater with the RCS logo is optional for the 2024-2025 school year.
- Navy blazers with the RCS logo is optional for the 2024-2025 school year, but will be required for the 2025-2026 school year for students in grades 5th – 12th.
Celtic Pride Days
Fridays (unless otherwise noted) are Celtic Pride Days. The intent with this has always been to promote school spirit while recognizing sports teams and clubs for outstanding accomplishments on and off of “The Hill.”
Celtic Pride Days will follow the clothing guidelines as listed below and will be enforced for all RCS students. A student can always choose to wear their regular school uniform on Celtic Pride Day.
Shirt Options
Shirts should have the RCS logo included
Team/Club/Uniform Polo or T-Shirt Sweatshirts/Pullovers WITHOUT a hood
Pant Options
Blue jeans (no rips, tears, holes, distressed or cut-offs)
Uniform shorts (follows regular short guidelines)
Blue jean shorts (follows uniform guidelines)
RCS Logo Gym Shorts or RCS Logo joggers
Pajama bottoms, leggings, jeggings, joggers, tights, sweatpants/shorts, athletic pants/shorts, are not acceptable.
HOODED SWEATSHIRTS/JACKETS ARE NEVER APPROVED TO BE WORN INSIDE THE SCHOOL BUILDING. While it is permissible for a student to wear this outerwear to and from school, it must be kept in a locker or classroom during the school day.
Uniform on the Weekends
You are always welcome to wear your uniform to church on the weekend when you go to worship with your family. You can earn an out of uniform pass by sending a picture of you at your church to one of the administrators.