SMS Uniform Guidelines

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Don't purchase anything just yet!

We must ask you all to please read this carefully as there have been several changes to the uniform guidelines for this coming year. Please do not go out and buy anything until you have read over the changes.

Most importantly, there will be no hoodies allowed this year, and leggings will only be allowed underneath a skirt or jumper. High top sneakers are not allowed. Yoga pants and leggings are not a part of the PE uniform. These are sneaking their way into our school and undermining the wisdom and effectiveness of our uniform philosophy. As parents and guardians, thank you so much for your continued support with this change.

*** Mandatory Changes for 24/25 ***

No high-top sneakers

Grades 9-12 will need PE uniforms

Lands End and Tommy Hilfiger are the preferred uniform vendors to ensure compliance

The use of uniforms has several significant benefits:

• They promote the mindset that school is a special place with special expectations.

• Uniforms help to develop and enhance school pride.
• They project a positive image to the community and eliminate the pressure of “dress competition.”

Please ensure that your child adheres to our Uniform Dress Code and treats this code with respect.

We will be working very hard this year to address departures from the dress code. It is the responsibility of families to make sure students are dressed and ready for the day, before they arrive at school. Students who do not follow the uniform dress code will be asked to change into appropriate attire. The Principal has final discretion about the appropriateness of student attire.

Boys (August-September and May-June)

Grades K-6

• Plain-front navy blue dress shorts or pants
• Plain navy or white Polo shirt or plain oxford shirt in blue(tucked at all times) Short or long- sleeved, as the weather necessitates.

• Brown or black belt (at all times)
• Navy, black or white socks and dark sneakers (black or navy)

Grades 7-12 (We encourage purchasing uniforms through Lands End or Tommy Hilfiger )

• Plain-front khaki dress shorts or pants
• Plain white Polo shirt (tucked at all times) Short or long-sleeved, as the weather necessitates.
• Brown or black belt (at all times)
• Navy, black or white socks and dark sneakers (black or navy)

Boys (October - April)

Grades K-6

• Plain-front navy blue pants
• Plain Oxford shirt in blue (tucked at all times) with SMS plaid tie*. Short or long-sleeved, as the weather necessitates.

• Solid navy sweater, vest, or fleece - NO HOODIES
• Brown or black belt (at all times)
• Dark socks and shoes or dark sneakers (black or navy)

*The SMS Lower School plaid tie must be worn daily during the winter period. Ties are available for purchase in the office or through French Toast at this site.

• Plain-front khaki pants
• Oxford shirt in white (tucked at all times) with SMS striped tie*. Short or long-sleeved, as the weather necessitates.

• Solid navy sweater, vest, or fleece - NO HOODIES
• Brown or black belt (at all times)
• Dark socks and shoes or dark sneakers (black or navy)

Additional Requirements for boys

• Hair must be neat and clean; hair color must be natural in appearance; dying hair to an unnatural color (pink, blue, green, etc.) is not permitted.

• Jewelry (rings, earrings, etc. are not permitted)
• Tattoos or body piercing must not be visible.
• Cargo pants and oversized baggy pants are not permitted.
• Shorts must be finger-tip length or longer.
• Boys in grades 9-12 must have a navy blazer kept here at school.
• No hats

Girls (August-September and May-June)

Grades K-6

• Jumper, skirt, skort in navy or SMS plaid OR flat front dress shorts or pants in navy. NO yoga pants, leggings, or skinny pants.
• Plain navy or white Polo shirt, or button front blouse with collar (tucked at all times) Short or long-sleeved, as the weather necessitates.
• Navy or white socks, white or navy knee-highs or tights.
  

• Dark sneakers(black, brown, or navy and not high-top) or dress shoes (black, brown, navy).

• Solid navy sweater, vest, or fleece - NO HOODIES

• Skirt, or skort in khaki or SMS plaid, plain-front khaki dress shorts or pants. No yoga pants, leggings, or skinny pants.
• Jumpers are not an option for grades 7-12.

• Plain white Polo shirt or button front blouse (tucked at all times) Short or long-sleeved, as the weather necessitates.
• Brown or black belt
• Navy or white socks, white or navy knee-highs or tights.
  

• Dark sneakers(black, brown, or navy and not high-top) or dress shoes (black, brown, navy).

• Solid navy sweater, vest, or fleece - NO HOODIES

Girls (October – April)

Grades K-6

• Jumper, skirt, skort in navy or SMS plaid OR flat front dress pants in navy. NO yoga pants, leggings, or skinny pants.

• Peter-Pan collar or button front shirt in white (tucked at all times). Short or long sleeved as the weather necessitates.

• Brown or black belt if needed.
• Solid navy sweater, vest, or fleece - NO HOODIES
• White or navy socks, white or navy knee-highs or tights. Leggings may be worn under a skirt, but not allowed as dress pants.

Grades 7-12(We encourage purchasing uniforms through Lands End or Tommy Hilfiger )

• Skirt or skort in khaki or SMS plaid, plain-front khaki or navy dress pants. No yoga pants, leggings, or skinny pants.
• Jumpers are not an option for grades 7-12.

• Plain white button front blouse (tucked at all times) Short or long-sleeved, as the weather necessitates.

• Brown or black belt if needed.
• Navy or white socks and dark shoes (black, brown, or navy)
• Solid navy sweater, vest, or fleece - NO HOODIES

Additional Requirements for Girls

• Hair must be neat and clean; hair color must be natural in appearance; dying hair to an unnatural color (pink, blue, green, etc.) is not permitted.

• One small stud earring in each ear is permitted; hoop or dangling earrings are not.
• Tattoos and or body piercings must not be visible.
• Shorts, skirts, skorts, and jumpers must be finger-tip length or longer.
• Girls in grades 7-12 may wear mascara and a clear lip gloss. No other make-up allowed. Nails can be painted a light natural color, however no artificial nails are allowed.

• Boots, crocks, flip-flips, and clogs are not allowed.
• No hats.
• While not required, girls are welcome to wear an SMS tie as part of their uniform- it looks really sharp!

Lower School plaid cross tie for grades K-6

Upper School striped ties will be available for purchase in the main office.

• Solid navy sweatpants, wind pants, or standard length athletic shorts are required; no short- shorts, yoga pants or leggings.

• Solid white or navy t-shirts; long or short sleeved as weather dictates.
• Solid navy sweatshirt as needed, NO HOODIES
• Sneakers must be dark (black or navy)

We do not expect preschoolers to wear the SMS uniform.

That responsibility and privilege begins in kindergarten.

If you have a child in preschool, please just make sure their shoes and clothing are comfortable, appropriate, and acceptable to play in for the duration of their day.

We encourage our littlest learners to play hard,

to paint without inhibitions,

and to learn to eat independently,

...so their clothing will inevitably get dirty!

More guidance will come from our teachers

in their ' Welcome Back letter'.

Shop at Silver Screen Design!

Support a local, family-owned screen printing business in Greenfield, MA. Please note: this is a small, custom apparel shop so all sales are final. Make sure to measure your student and check the size charts for each product before purchasing.

We currently have vendor agreements with two uniform providers:

Lands End: Click on the link here to be automatically directed to our custom shopping site.

We have a vendor agreement with Lands End where students may purchased uniform items with, or without, the SMS logo. When you shop through our school site, SMS receives 3% cash back so thank you!

Tommy Hilfiger: We are pleased to announce that Saint Michael Catholic School has chosen School Uniforms by Tommy Hilfiger as our uniform partner for the upcoming school year. You can visit the company website at: https://www.globalschoolwear.com Partner School Code STMI03 When you shop through our school code, SMS receives a 5% cash back so thank you!
To be notified of sales during the year, signup here: https://www.globalschoolwear.com/emailsignup

From time to time during the school year, there will be announced Dress Down Days. These may be part of a celebration, a reward, or part of a school fundraiser. In addition, students are invited to “Dress Down” on their birthday, as a way to celebrate. If your student has a summer birthday, they are able to choose another day to redeem their “Dress Down” pass. (not on a Mass Day)

Students are expected to wear modest, casual clothes that are in keeping with the Catholic school environment. Tank-tops, yoga pants, mini-skirts, or dresses/skirts that do not conform to the established length requirements in the dress code policy are never permitted.

If a parent or student is unsure if clothing is in compliance with these expectations, prudence would dictate that the outfit should not be worn.

If you have Facebook, and would like to connect with other families through our private Facebook page, please click on this link or search for "St Michael’s School Parents, VT".

This page is separate from our public school page, has been established by SMS parents, and can be a great way to connect with other SMS families outside of school.

The administrative staff will be working throughout the summer. Feel free to reach out if you need anything! We would LOVE to hear from you!

Official Summer Office Hours:

Monday through Thursday from 9-1:00pm

Please feel free to call (802)254-6320 and leave a message. We will return your call as soon as we are able or forward your message to the appropriate teacher.

Questions? Thoughts? Suggestions?

Please reach out. We LOVE to hear from our families!

Emails:

Elaine Beam, Principal elainebeam@smsvt.info

Sandi Gauthier, Administration and Accounting sandigauthier@smsvt.info

Lindsay O'Neil, Admissions and Development lindsayoneil@smsvt.info

Janna Andrus, Religious Education jannaandrus@smsvt.info

Joshua Dionne, Dean of Curriculum, joshuadionne@smsvt.info

Peter Orlowski, Dean of Students, peterorlowski@smsvt.info

As a reminder, all of our teachers and staff have personal emails which can be found on our website at: https://saintmichaelschoolvt.org/faculty