Dress Code Policy
Uniform Dress Code
The purpose of the school dress code is to promote neatness, discipline, a sense of school Catholic identity, and to provide an atmosphere of learning free emphasis on clothing. The enforcement of the dress code is a joint responsibility of the parents, students, teachers, and principal. The school administration reserves the right to determine what meets these guidelines when there is a question of acceptability or appropriateness.
Uniforms may be purchased through Artex or Quality Uniforms in Evansville or they may be purchased from the uniform sections of such stores as Sears, JC Penney, Old Navy, etc. Be mindful of the approved dressed code as stated below before purchasing. Not all uniform sections following these guidelines. If you don’t think it meets these guidelines, don’t buy it.
Girls
Navy, khaki or designated plaid uniform pants, shorts, skorts, skirts or jumpers
No brand names visible, no extra pockets, zippers or loops, no outside stitching, no flared bottoms or
capri length permitted. Pants must fit properly and be worn at the natural waistline.
Navy, red or white long or short sleeve polo shirt or turtleneck
Must be solid color and no brand names visible. A solid white uniform blouse may be worn. All shirts must be tucked in at all times.
Boys
Navy or khaki uniform pants or shorts
No brand names visible, no extra pockets, zippers or loops, no outside stitching, no flared bottoms or
capri length permitted. Pants must fit properly and be worn at the natural waistline.
Navy, red or white long or short sleeve polo shirt or turtleneck
Must be solid color and no brand names visible. All shirts must be tucked in at all times.
Belts
Navy, black or brown
A dress belt must be worn with pants and shorts that have belt loops at all times for students in Kindergarten – Grade 8. Belts must be solid in color and not have accessories or embellishments.
Sweaters
Navy, red or white vest, cardigan, v-neck or crew neck
No hoods, no zippers or extra trims or designs. Uniform polo shirt, blouse, or turtleneck must be worn underneath and collars must be visible.
Fleece
Black fleece zipper jackets with the gold WCS logo may be worn (Southwest Grafix)
Uniform polo shirt, blouse, or turtleneck must be worn underneath and collars must be visible.
Socks
Navy, red, white, black, gray or tan
Socks must be worn at all times and should be visible. No trim color or insignias are to be seen.
Girls may also wear solid navy, red or white tights.
Shoes
Casual or athletic
Shoestrings must be tied. Trendy styles such as CROC’s, sandals, clogs, and platform shoes are NOT
allowed, toes and heels must always be covered.
Hair
Hair should be kept clean and properly styled. Hairstyles bordering on the extreme (multiple colors, braids, beads, etc.) will not be permitted. Boy’s hair may not touch the collar in back, should not be over the eyes, and should not be below the ear on the sides.
Jewelry and Accessories
Jewelry may include a watch, a bracelet, a necklace, a ring, and religious metal. Girls may wear one small pair of earrings. No dangles or large hoops.
The purpose of the school dress code is to promote neatness, discipline, a sense of school Catholic identity, and to provide an atmosphere of learning free emphasis on clothing. The enforcement of the dress code is a joint responsibility of the parents, students, teachers, and principal. The school administration reserves the right to determine what meets these guidelines when there is a question of acceptability or appropriateness.
Uniforms may be purchased through Artex or Quality Uniforms in Evansville or they may be purchased from the uniform sections of such stores as Sears, JC Penney, Old Navy, etc. Be mindful of the approved dressed code as stated below before purchasing. Not all uniform sections following these guidelines. If you don’t think it meets these guidelines, don’t buy it.
Girls
Navy, khaki or designated plaid uniform pants, shorts, skorts, skirts or jumpers
No brand names visible, no extra pockets, zippers or loops, no outside stitching, no flared bottoms or
capri length permitted. Pants must fit properly and be worn at the natural waistline.
Navy, red or white long or short sleeve polo shirt or turtleneck
Must be solid color and no brand names visible. A solid white uniform blouse may be worn. All shirts must be tucked in at all times.
Boys
Navy or khaki uniform pants or shorts
No brand names visible, no extra pockets, zippers or loops, no outside stitching, no flared bottoms or
capri length permitted. Pants must fit properly and be worn at the natural waistline.
Navy, red or white long or short sleeve polo shirt or turtleneck
Must be solid color and no brand names visible. All shirts must be tucked in at all times.
Belts
Navy, black or brown
A dress belt must be worn with pants and shorts that have belt loops at all times for students in Kindergarten – Grade 8. Belts must be solid in color and not have accessories or embellishments.
Sweaters
Navy, red or white vest, cardigan, v-neck or crew neck
No hoods, no zippers or extra trims or designs. Uniform polo shirt, blouse, or turtleneck must be worn underneath and collars must be visible.
Fleece
Black fleece zipper jackets with the gold WCS logo may be worn (Southwest Grafix)
Uniform polo shirt, blouse, or turtleneck must be worn underneath and collars must be visible.
Socks
Navy, red, white, black, gray or tan
Socks must be worn at all times and should be visible. No trim color or insignias are to be seen.
Girls may also wear solid navy, red or white tights.
Shoes
Casual or athletic
Shoestrings must be tied. Trendy styles such as CROC’s, sandals, clogs, and platform shoes are NOT
allowed, toes and heels must always be covered.
Hair
Hair should be kept clean and properly styled. Hairstyles bordering on the extreme (multiple colors, braids, beads, etc.) will not be permitted. Boy’s hair may not touch the collar in back, should not be over the eyes, and should not be below the ear on the sides.
Jewelry and Accessories
Jewelry may include a watch, a bracelet, a necklace, a ring, and religious metal. Girls may wear one small pair of earrings. No dangles or large hoops.