​It is our belief that appropriate uniform dress fosters a sense of belonging and pride, a safer and more respectful learning and teaching environment, and a confident and positive sense of self and respect for the dignity and welfare of others.

Students are expected to wear school uniforms, which are clean and reflective of pride in themselves and their membership in St. Martin of Tours School. Ripped, torn, and/or frayed clothing must be mended or replaced. Inappropriately dressed students or students who are not wearing the correct uniform will be issued a uniform violation.  Three uniform violations will result in a detention.   In some cases, students may also be sent to the office to call a parent or guardian to bring appropriate clothing or to take the student home to change.  All class work missed due to uniform violations/offenses will be made up at the discretion of the teacher.  If a student frequently offends against the uniform standards of dress, grooming, or hygiene and has been corrected in this regard, the cooperation of parents shall be sought to correct the problem.  Lack of improvement in personal appearance is grounds for the suspension of a student during that school day.  The principal reserves the right to make the final decision. Remember, dress code compliance begins at home.

Students are expected at all times to be neat and well groomed.  Hair is to be of appropriate length and natural color.  Boys' hair should not reach the collar of the school shirt or jacket and should not fall below the ear.  No extreme hairstyles are permitted e.g. cut outs or designs, bushy or shaggy hairstyles, boys' bangs so long they hang in eyebrows or cover eyebrows when pushed forward. No make-up, nail polish, tattoos, or jewelry other than a small religious medallion or cross, one pair of stud earrings - one earring in each ear lobe (girls only), and wristwatches are allowed at any time.  Network and/or Bluetooth-enabled digital "smart" watches are prohibited.  Choker necklaces are not permitted.  Clothing must be appropriately sized, i.e., no tight fitting, sagging or baggy pants.  Oversized clothing is not permitted.  Students must wear their pants and shorts to their waists.  Students may NOT wear bandanas, hoods, or other hair coverings.  Students may wear only white undergarments (no logos or colored t-shirts) beneath shirts. Undergarments may not extend beyond the sleeves (no long johns) nor beyond the collar (no turtle necks) of the uniform shirt.  Undergarments may not be visible.  

ALL UNIFORMS MUST BE PURCHASED FROM DENNIS UNIFORM COMPANY AND / OR LANDS' END SCHOOL UNIFORMS. Please note: students may only wear those items specifically designated by each vendor in their school-specific catalog for use at Saint Martin of Tours School.  All uniform items must be purchased with the Saint Martin of Tours logo as specified.  For girls, the length of hemlines for skirts must reach the top of the kneecap year round.  Dress uniforms can be worn any day, but will be required for all Mass days, and other appropriate occasions as determined by the administration. Please consult the official school calendar on ParentSquare for additional dress uniform days.

Girls

TK-5 dress uniform: – Girls are required to wear the gray skirt/skort TK-8. Girls in gr. 6-8 also have the option of wearing the navy and white houndstooth skirt.  (Dennis Uniform refers to the gray skirt as the Heather Gray Gabardine Pleated Skort. Lands' End refers to the gray skirt as the school uniform Ponte Pleated Skirt.) Students in TK-5 may also wear the Lands' End Button Front Ponte Skort.

Boys

TK-8 dress uniform: Gray pants. Please Note: no baggy or extra large pants may be worn, and shirts must be tucked in at all times.  Black belt required in grades 1-8. 

All Students

Shirts:  Navy or white polo

Shoes: Students may wear all black or all white athletic shoes or Vans "authentic sneaker" in "dress blues" no substitution for the Vans' shoes. Shoes may be made of leather, canvas, or mesh materials. No high tops, mules, shoes with zippers, lights or wheels are allowed. Shoes must have laces or Velcro fasteners. Students may wear these athletic shoes with the formal uniform. Boys and girls in grades 6-8 may choose to wear classic penny loafers in black or brown with the formal uniform. 

Socks:  White, gray, or navy solid color (socks must be visible)

Gray shorts: Shorts are available for both boys and girls. (Girls shorts must be purchased through Dennis Uniform.  Shorts may not be worn on Dress Uniform Days.  (Boys in grades 1-8 are required to tuck in their polo shirts and wear a black belt with the shorts)

OUTERWEAR AND ACCESSORIES

All Students TK-8: Unisex navy logo fleece vest and jacket, unisex navy logo sweatshirt, and unisex logo half-zip navy sweatshirt. Girls in grades TK-5: scalloped navy cardigan sweater with logo.  Students in grades TK-8: unisex navy cardigan sweater with logo.  All students: official eagle logo cap can be worn outside.

PHYSICAL EDUCATION:  All black or all white athletic shoes as outlined above are to be worn for physical education with navy uniform P.E. shorts with logo. No other non-uniform shorts will be acceptable.

SPIRIT DAYS

On spirit days, students may wear SMT spirit wear with the uniform shorts, pants, or skirt/skort. Spirit wear includes SMT Carnival shirts, Sports Day shirts, or the spirit shirt designated as a Spirit Shirt by the principal.  Spirit wear must fit appropriately (neither too baggy nor too tight.) 

OUT OF UNIFORM DAYS

On certain school days students are allowed the privilege of being out of uniform.  There is, however, a dress code even on out of uniform days.  Out of uniform clothing must be neat and modest.  Parents are responsible to ensure that students are dressed in a manner suitable for a Catholic school student.

 CLOTHING NOT PERMITTED:​

• Swimwear or extreme or inappropriate clothing
• Clothing​ with inappropriate slogans or images
• Cut outs, ripped or torn clothing that exposes the body
  
• Strapless, backless, spaghetti strap or tank tops; tops must cover the midriff

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On out of uniform days students may wear t-shirts, leggings, yoga pants, sweats, jeans, skirts or dresses. Shorts, skirts, and dresses must extend to the end of the student's fingertips with arms extended straight down.

Students who violate the dress code will be issued a uniform violation and will be required to contact their parent/guardian to bring their school uniform to school.  Violations of uniform policy may also result in the loss of the privilege to be out of uniform.

Parents and students are expected to cooperate with the uniform code.  If there is disagreement about acceptable appearance at school, the principal will make the final decision.  Issues relating to dress or appearance of a student that are not specifically mentioned in the parent/student handbook, but are inconsistent with the school's regulations, may be deemed unacceptable at the discretion of the principal.

Uniform Violations