DRESS CODE GUIDELINES & APPEARANCE
The purpose of the John Carroll uniform is to ensure a look of unity and equality within our school community. The uniform of John Carroll is traditional and modest. Students should avoid any variation in attire that distracts from the intention of the uniform or calls undue attention to themselves. Students must present a neat, clean, and modest appearance at all times. Anything detracting from this look (e.g. unnatural hair styles/colors, and/or hair accessories, shirts un-tucked, pants worn below the waist, etc.) is considered “out of uniform.” Students coming to school out of uniform without prior permission of the Assistant Principal may not be permitted to attend classes. Students may arrive at school in 7 outerwear, but are expected to be in official school attire, as outlined below, at the 7:55 a.m. bell.
All uniforms must be purchased from Dennis-Larose Uniform Co.
DURING THE SCHOOL DAY:
Gentlemen:
● Shirt: The uniform shirt is a white long or short sleeve Oxford button down collar shirt or short sleeve polo shirt that bears the John Carroll logo. ALL SHIRTS MUST BE TUCKED IN AT ALL TIMES
● Pants: The uniform pants are navy twill and must include a belt. Uniform pants are to be kept in good repair without any holes or tears and they must be of an appropriate length.
● Shorts: Gentlemen are permitted to wear navy twill shorts year round. The length may not be more than 3 inches above or below the knee.
● Belts: Belts may be solid dark brown, navy blue, or black with a modest belt buckle.
● Tie: The John Carroll tie is a dark green and navy striped four-in-hand tie purchased from Dennis Larose. Uniform ties may be worn only with the Oxford cloth uniform shirt. When wearing the tie, the white Oxford cloth shirt must have the collar button buttoned.
● Socks: Gentlemen are allowed to wear solid black, white, or navy over the ankle dress socks, or the JC logoed socks, or JC spirit pack socks with their uniforms. Socks may have a small athletic or brand logo on the outside of the sock. Ankle and athletic socks are not allowed.
● Shoes: Gentlemen must wear solid color black or brown shoes. Athletic/tennis shoes, boots, slippers, or high-top shoes are not permitted. No shoe should be worn that is faddish, extreme, or calls undue attention to oneself. Shoes must be in good condition and worn appropriately.
● Blazer: Gentlemen are required to wear the green John Carroll blazer with the John Carroll logo on days and occasions when “Mass day” attire is required. Blazers must fit properly and be clean and in good condition. Blazers can only be purchased from Dennis-Larose Uniform Company.
● Sweaters/Coats: Gentlemen are permitted to wear the navy V-neck cardigan/pullover and sweater w/ John Carroll logo. No hoodies will be permitted.
● Spirit pack items with the JC logo will be allowed on selected Fridays.
Ladies:
● Shirt: The uniform shirt is a white long or short sleeve Oxford button-down collar shirt, or short sleeve polo shirt, or white twill ¾ -sleeve blouse that bears the John Carroll logo. ALL SHIRTS MUST BE TUCKED IN AT ALL TIMES DURING THE SCHOOL DAY.
● Skirts/pants/shorts: The uniform skirt is a blackwatch plaid pleated hipstitched skirt. Shirts should not be rolled or otherwise shortened. Ladies may also wear the navy mid-rise flat front flare leg pants, or navy flat front stretch twill pants. All pants must be worn with a solid black, navy blue, or brown belt. Ladies are permitted to wear blackwatch plaid shorts year round. The length of shorts and skirts may not be more than 3 inches above the knee.
● Shoes: Ladies must wear solid color black or brown shoes. No slippers, sandals, ballet or dance-type shoes, high-top shoes, open toe, open heel, strappy heel shoes, athletic/tennis shoes or boots are permitted. No shoe should be worn that is faddish, extreme, or calls undue attention to oneself. Ladies are encouraged to wear flat shoes. Heel or platform shoes, if worn, may not exceed two inches in height. Shoes must be in good condition and worn appropriately.
● Socks/Tights: Ladies are allowed to wear solid black, white, or navy over the ankle dress socks/knee socks, or the JC logoed socks, or JC spirit pack socks with their uniforms. Socks may have a small athletic or brand logo on the outside of the sock. Ankle and athletic socks are not allowed. Ladies may wear solid navy tights under their skirts.
● Blazer: Ladies are required to wear the green John Carroll blazer with the John Carroll logo on days and occasions when “Mass day” attire is required. Blazers must fit properly and be clean and in good condition. Blazers can only be purchased from Dennis-Larose Uniform Company.
● Sweaters/Coats: Ladies are permitted to wear the navy V-neck cardigan/pullover and sweater w/ John Carroll logo
● Spirit pack items with the JC logo will be allowed on selected Fridays.
ADDITIONAL UNIFORM REGULATIONS:
All Students:
● All uniforms must be in good condition, properly hemmed, appropriately sized, and not faded or torn.
● Sweaters and Coats purchased from Dennis or school-approved athletic and activities jackets and outerwear (spirit pack items) with the JC logo are permitted to be worn during the day on Friday in place of uniform sweaters/jackets
● No hooded sweatshirts/jackets of any kind may be worn in the school building during school hours.
● Tennis shoes and canvas shoes with light rubber soles will not be allowed as dress shoes.
● Students are prohibited from wearing hats/caps or head coverings (such as bandanas).
● White turtlenecks and long sleeve undershirts may only be worn underneath the long sleeve Oxford shirts. Undergarments worn underneath the uniform shirt must not be visible through the uniform shirt.
ACCESSORIES:
Jewelry must complement the neat, clean, and modest appearance, which the uniform conveys. Items such as earrings, necklaces, rings, or watches that distract from this desired appearance will be subject to removal at the discretion of the classroom teacher or administration, and disciplinary action may follow. Other forms of dress accessories that tend to be “faddish” in nature are unacceptable.
Gentlemen:
● Gentlemen may wear one simple necklace; no more than two rings and a watch. Earrings for gentlemen are not allowed.
● Gentlemen are not permitted to wear belt chains, wallet chains, or any excessive bold jewelry while representing the school in any capacity. This includes extracurricular and athletic events on or off campus.
Ladies:
● Ladies’ jewelry must be simple and limited to one earring no bigger than a quarter in each ear and in the lobe only. One simple necklace is permitted to be worn. Choker style necklaces are not permitted.
● Ladies are permitted to carry a small, modest purse for personal items throughout the day.
● Ladies are not permitted to wear bandanas, head wraps, scarves, or any other headwear that adds superfluous style to the student’s appearance. Ladies may wear headbands and ribbons that coordinate with the modest style and colors of the school uniform.
● Ladies are not permitted to wear belt chains, wallet chains, or any excessive bold jewelry while representing the school in any capacity. This includes extracurricular and athletic events on or off campus.
