Parents may also purchase gently used uniform pieces from the STAP Uniform Closet. For information: STAPUniformCloset@sttheresacatholicschool.org
The dress code for Saint Theresa Catholic School contributes in a very important way to the overall sense of unity as a school community. The dress code enhances the learning atmosphere, adds a sense of pride, and reduces negative competition among the students. Our students are expected to wear their uniform in a way that portrays a positive and modest self-image, conveys personal neatness and cleanliness, and demonstrates an attitude of excellence in performance and achievement. All students are expected to wear the full, appropriate uniform each day. Modesty in attire is expected for students, and all staff, faculty, and volunteers, supporting any event on Saint Theresa Catholic School property or a school-sponsored activity off campus.
The school dress code will be maintained throughout the entire school day. Dress code infractions, determined by any faculty or staff member or the Principal include:
- Incomplete uniform, including clothing, shoes, belts, socks.
- Unwashed, unkempt or inappropriately styled hair.
- Slovenly dress (including but not limited to untucked shirts, rolled skirts, wrong colored socks).
Any student who does not meet the dress requirement may be subject to disciplinary action and may be asked to leave school until the infraction is corrected.
Guidelines for Attire & Appearance
Boys’ shirts must be tucked in at all times, with the belt showing. The school-approved cardigan with the STCS crest is the official outerwear of our school. If a student chooses to wear a coat or jacket in addition to the cardigan, he or she may do so provided that the coat or jacket is worn over the cardigan and not in place of the cardigan. Coats, jackets, and sweatshirts worn in cold weather must be removed in the classroom and stored. Watches, a small ring (one on each hand), and religious medals or crosses, are approved; however, watches with smart technology are not permitted. Girls may wear one pair of stud or hoop earrings (not to exceed the diameter of a dime). Hair bows, scrunchies, barrettes, etc., must be in school colors of navy, gold, or white. Ankle bracelets are not permitted.
Boys with the option to wear shorts should do so unless the high temperature for the day is below 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Girls may wear navy tights when the high for the day is below 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Girls who find that their cardigan is too warm may neatly tie it around their shoulders but not around their hips.
Dyed or highlighted hair, make-up, and color fingernail polish are a distraction in a learning environment and are not allowed. For boys, hair must be collar length or shorter in the back and may not cover eyes or otherwise obstruct vision in the front. Distinctive hair styles such as mohawks, scalp shavings, and designs are not permitted. Students in violation of these guidelines will be sent home until the distracting appearance is remedied.
Boots, sandals, clogs, backless shoes, platform or high-heeled shoes, skater shoes (low canvas or leather sneakers with matching soles), high-top, character, or light up tennis shoes or shoelaces that do not match the shoes, are not proper dress shoes, and are therefore unauthorized.
Parents will be notified if their child arrives at school out of uniform or inappropriately dressed for the day. Parents will be asked to bring the appropriate garments to school.
Please label all garments and shoes legibly with your child’s first and last name.
Uniform Types
STCS students have three (3) basic uniforms:
- Daily – The standard uniform, worn on ordinary school days. Students who have been inducted into an academic House (5th Grade and above) may wear their House cardigan in place of the STCS navy blue cardigan, along with the House tie and other accessories, if applicable.
- Dress – The formal uniform, worn on Mass days and special occasions. Students who have been inducted into an academic House (5th Grade and above) may not wear their House cardigan and/or House tie on dress uniform days.
- Physical Education – The PE uniform, worn for PE classes by students in Grades 6-8 can be purchased in the School Store. It consists of an STCS shirt, STCS shorts, plain white socks, and tennis shoes. Students in grades 3-5 may bring white athletic shoes to school on dress days for P.E. class.
The Daily and Dress uniforms are not interchangeable and must be worn only on the appropriate days or for the appropriate class or setting. The Dress uniform is worn on days students attend Mass, typically every Friday. If they are to be worn on special occasions, parents will be alerted in advance via email.
- P.E. t-shirts
- P.E. shorts
- Navy cardigan with crest
- House cardigan with crest
- House tie
- House t-shirts
All uniform items provided by Dennis Uniform, must be purchased at the store location noted above.
Daily Uniforms for Girls – Pre-Kindergarten – 2nd Grade
- Navy polo with STCS crest
- Khaki skort
- White or Navy tights or dress socks, ankle, or knee length (ankle socks should cover the ankle bone and does not include “no-show” socks)
- Plain white tennis shoes (no high-tops; Pre-K and Kinder shoes may have Velcro closures)
- Recommended optional uniform item – Navy cardigan with STCS crest. Please note: The navy fleece jacket available from Dennis Uniform is not part of the official school uniform but is considered optional outerwear. Students may wear the navy fleece jacket to and from school, but not in the classroom.
Dress Uniform for Girls – Pre-Kindergarten – 2nd Grade
- Peter Pan blouse with blue trim
- Navy and white shadow plaid jumper
- Black dress shoes (with low or no heel)
- White or navy tights or dress socks, ankle, or knee length (ankle socks should cover the ankle bone and does not include “no-show” socks)
- Recommended optional uniform item – Navy cardigan with STCS crest. Please note: The navy fleece jacket available from Dennis Uniform is not part of the official school uniform but is considered optional outerwear. Students may wear the navy fleece jacket to and from school, but not in the classroom.
On dress uniform days, girls are to wear black dress shoes such as Mary Janes. Shoes that tie or buckle are preferred as they do not slip off as easily as slip-on shoes.
Daily Uniform for Girls 3rd – 5th Grade
- Navy polo with STCS crest (short or long sleeve)
- Navy and white shadow plaid skort, no shorter than 1” above the knee
- Plain white tennis shoes (no high-tops)
- White or navy socks, ankle, or knee length (ankle socks should cover the ankle bone and does not include “no-show” socks)
- Recommended optional uniform item – Navy cardigan with STCS crest. Please note: The navy fleece jacket available from Dennis Uniform is not part of the official school uniform but is considered optional outerwear. Students may wear the navy fleece jacket to and from school, but not in the classroom. Girls in 5th Grade may wear House cardigans instead, especially for an official House Meeting Day, but not for days when we attend Mass officially as a school.
Dress Uniform for Girls 3rd – 5th Grade
- 3-Quarter blouse
- Navy and white shadow plaid skort (no shorter than 1” above the knee)
- Navy vest with STCS crest
- School tie
- Black dress shoe (with low or no heel)
- White or navy dress socks, ankle, or knee length (ankle socks should cover the ankle bone and does not include “no-show” socks)
- Recommended optional uniform item – Navy cardigan with STCS crest. Please note: The navy fleece jacket available from Dennis Uniform is not part of the official school uniform but is considered optional outerwear. Students may wear the navy fleece jacket to and from school, but not in the classroom.
On dress uniform days, girls are to wear black dress shoes such as Mary Janes. Shoes that tie or buckle are preferred as they do not slip off as easily as slip-on shoes. Girls in 3rd through 5th grade may bring their white tennis shoes to school for P.E. classes on dress uniform days.
Daily Uniform for Girls 6th – 8th Grade
- 3-Quarter Blouse
- Navy and white shadow plaid skirt (no shorter than 1” above the knee)
- Black dress shoes (with low or no heel)
- White or navy dress socks, ankle, or knee length (ankle socks should cover the ankle bone and does not include “no-show” socks)
- Recommended optional uniform item – Navy cardigan with STCS crest. Please note: The navy fleece jacket available from Dennis Uniform is not part of the official school uniform but is considered optional outerwear. Students may wear the navy fleece jacket to and from school, but not in the classroom. Girls in 6th – 8th grade may wear their House cardigan instead, especially for an official House Meeting Day, but not for days when we attend Mass officially as a school)
Dress Uniform for Girls 6th – 8th Grade
- 3-Quarter Blouse
- Navy and white shadow plaid skirt (no shorter than 1” above the knee)
- Navy vest with STCS crest
- School tie
- Black dress shoes (with low or no heel)
- White or navy dress socks, ankle, or knee length (ankle socks should cover the ankle bone and does not include “no-show” socks)
- Recommended optional uniform item – Navy blue cardigan with STCS crest. Please note: The navy fleece jacket available from Dennis Uniform is not part of the official school uniform but is considered optional outerwear. Students may wear the navy fleece jacket to and from school, but not in the classroom.
Daily Uniform for Boys – Pre-Kindergarten through 2nd grade
- Navy polo with STCS crest (short or long sleeve)
- Khaki shorts or slacks (elastic waist is permissible for Pre-K and Kinder)
- Brown belt
- Plain white socks, ankle length (no stripes or other adornment, and should cover the ankle bone. This does not include “no-show” socks
- Plain white tennis shoes (no high-top shoes; Pre-K 4 and Kinder shoes may have Velcro closures)
- Recommended optional uniform item – Navy cardigan with STCS crest. Please note: The navy fleece jacket available from Dennis Uniform is not part of the official school uniform but is considered optional outerwear. Students may wear the navy fleece jacket to and from school, but not in the classroom.
Dress Uniform for Boys – Pre-Kindergarten through 2nd grade
- White Oxford shirt, short or long-sleeve
- Khaki slacks
- Blazer with STCS crest
- School tie
- Brown belt
- Brown dress shoes
- Matching dress socks
Boys must wear solid brown leather belts with both the Daily and Dress uniform. On dress uniform days, boys are to wear brown dress shoes. Shoes that tie or buckle are preferred as they do not slip off as easily as slip-on shoes. Socks must be solid colors.
Daily Uniform for Boys – 3rd through 5th Grade
- Navy polo with STCS crest (short or long sleeve)
- Khaki shorts or slacks
- Brown belt
- Plain white socks, ankle length (no stripes or other adornment and should cover the ankle bone. This does not include “no-show” socks)
- Plain white tennis shoes (no high-top shoes)
- Recommended optional uniform item – Navy cardigan sweater with STCS crest. Please note: The navy fleece jacket available from Dennis Uniform is not part of the official school uniform but is considered optional outerwear. Students may wear the navy fleece jacket to and from school, but not in the classroom. Boys in 5th grade may wear their House cardigan instead, especially for an official House Meeting Day, but not for Mass when we attend officially as a school.
Dress Uniform for Boys – 3rd through 5th Grade
- White Oxford shirt, short or long-sleeve
- Khaki slacks
- Blazer with STCS crest
- School tie
- Brown belt
- Brown dress shoes
- Matching dress socks
Boys must wear solid brown leather belts with both the Daily and Dress uniform. On dress uniform days, boys are to wear brown dress shoes. Shoes that tie or buckle are preferred as they do not slip off as easily as slip-on shoes. Socks must be solid colors. Boys in 3rd through 5th grade should bring white tennis shoes to school for P.E. class on Dress Uniform Days.
Daily Uniform for Boys – 6th – 8th Grade
- White Oxford shirt, short or long sleeve
- Khaki slacks
- School tie
- Brown belt
- Brown dress shoes
- Matching dress socks
- Recommended optional uniform item – Navy cardigan with STCS crest. Please note: The navy fleece jacket available for Dennis Uniform is not part of the official school uniform but is considered optional outerwear. Students may wear the navy fleece jacket to and from school, but not in the classroom. Boys in 6th – 8th grade may wear their House cardigan instead, especially for an official House Meeting Day, but not for Mass when we attend officially as a school.
Dress Uniform for Boys – 6th – 8th Grade
- White Oxford shirt, short or long sleeve
- Khaki slacks
- School tie
- Blazer with STCS crest
- Brown belt
- Brown dress shoes
- Matching dress socks
- Recommended optional uniform item – Navy cardigan with STCS crest. Please note: The navy fleece jacket available from Dennis Uniform is not part of the official school uniform but is considered optional outerwear. Students may wear the navy fleece jacket to and from school, but not in the classroom.
Boys must wear solid brown leather belts with both the Daily and Dress uniform. Boys are to wear brown dress shoes. Shoes that tie or buckle are preferred as they do not slip off as easily as slip-on shoes. Socks must be solid colors. Boys in 6th through 8th grade should bring white tennis shoes to school for P.E. class on Dress Uniform Days.
