CHRIST THE KINGCATHOLICSECONDARY SCHOOL

UNIFORM AND DRESS CODE 2015-2016

The school uniform is intended to develop a sense of pride and self-discipline and unites us as a Catholic Learning Community. In deciding to attend Christ the King Catholic Secondary School, students and parents make a commitment to comply with and support the school uniform policy.

ALL UNIFORM ITEMS ARE TO BE PURCHASED FROM R. J. McCARTHY CO.

(1-800-668-8261) (No substitutions allowed)

Girls' Uniform

-white French-cut blouse with logo: short or long sleeve; white golf shirt with logo: short sleeve or long sleeve

-navy pants with the CtK logomust be hemmed, navy shorts should cover mid-thigh when seated

-navy long sleeved v-neck sweater, v-neck vest or polar fleece sweater, reversible fleece vest, fleece jacket with full zipper (all these items are with the school logo and are to be worn over a school blouse, school golf shirt or plain white turtleneck)

-CtK rugby style sweater

-navy, black or white socks to be worn with pants

-solid coloured black shoes (leather or leather-like) to be worn with pants or shorts. All visible parts of the shoe must be all black, laces must be black and tied

-no open back shoes/slippers/sandals

-all undergarments are to be tucked in

Boys' Uniform

-white Oxford dress shirt with logo: short or long sleeve; white golf shirt with logo: short sleeve or long sleeve

-navy pants or shorts with the CtK logomust be hemmed; front hooks and zippers must be in working order

-navy long-sleeved v-neck sweater, v-neck vest, polar fleece sweater, reversible fleece vest or fleece jacket with full zipper (all these items are with the school logo and are to be worn over a school shirt or school golf shirt or plain white turtleneck)

-CtK rugby style sweater

-navy, black or white socks to be worn with pants

-solid coloured black shoes (leather or leather-like) to be worn with pants or shorts. All visible parts of the shoe must be all black, laces must be black and tied

-no open back shoes/slippers/sandals

-all undergarments are to be tucked in and a belt must be worn with pants

NOTE: socks do not have to be purchased from McCarthy’s, but should be of similar style as those sold at McCarthy’s

PLEASE NOTE:

-Students must be in complete uniform, worn properly and modestly, from 8:20 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. including lunch periods in

all areas of the school.

-All clothing items must be the original style and condition. Ripped, torn or unhemmed items are not permitted.

-Non-school sweaters or sweatshirts and ripped out sleeves on sweaters are not permitted in the school at any time.

-A plain white short-sleeve t-shirt may be worn under a school dress shirt, blouse or golf shirt and must not exceed the length of the shirt.

-Jackets/coats and non-uniform sweaters/shoes are to be removed upon entering the building and arriving at the student’s locker. Hats and non-uniform jackets/coats are not to be worn inside the school.

-Hats are never worn in the school, including after school hours, civvies days and exam days. Hats are not to be brought to class. Hats may be confiscated if worn in the building.

-Bandanas, scarves and similar headwear are not permitted.

-Pajamas or pajama-like clothing is not permitted.

-The waist of the dress pants is to be worn at the student’s waist; therefore, male students must wear a belt with the pants.

-Boots and shoes that cover the ankle are not permitted to be worn with the uniform. Shoes must have an enclosed toe and heel.

-Moccasins, slippers and sandals are not to be worn with the uniform.

-Accessories (scarves, studded jewellery, heavy chains etc...) are not to be worn in the school at any time.

-THE ADMINISTRATON RESERVES THE RIGHT TO DECIDE ON APPROPRIATE ATTIRE.

Only students who are in complete uniform will be admitted to class:

Out of Uniform = Out of Class

CtK Spirit Wear

-The Grey CtK spirit hoodie is permitted to be worn over the school uniform. Hoodies must be ordered through coaches, advisors or supervisors.

DRESS CODE GUIDELINES FOR NON-UNIFORM DAYS & SCHOOL EVENTS

-Clothing with inappropriate logos, sayings or pictures is not acceptable at school.

-Tank tops, halter tops, tops with spaghetti straps, crop/midriff tops, cut-off shorts and torn jeans are not to be worn at school.

-Pajamas or pajama-like clothing is not permitted.

-No bare midriffs or bare shoulders.

-Physical education clothing should provide for comfortable, modest and safe movement during activities. Students who wear clothing which is either too baggy or too tight will not be permitted to participate in class.

-Shorts should cover to mid-thigh when seated.