Pants Michael’s Uniform Pants
- Navy or Khaki casual slack (side pockets)
- Professional length and fit
- No jeans, cargo, jogger, or front pocket styles
Belt (Boys) Solid black or brown; simple buckle
(Girls) Optional; Solid black or brown; simple buckle
Shorts Michael’s Uniform Shorts
- No cargo or other style shorts allowed
- Navy or khaki
- Shorts may not be longer than 2” below the knee
- Shorts may not be more than 3” above the knee or be rolled
- Shorts must fit the student and not be oversized or overly tight
Shirts*. Michael’s Uniform White oxford with school logo or uniform polo
- Oxford shirts must be tucked-in
- Must always wear a collared shirt sweatshirts, jackets, etc
- Polo shirts may be worn out if sized appropriately and does not extend below the hips
*Spirit Days: Students may wear SBHS issued spirit shirts from ASB, club, sports, or other approved apparel
T-shirts / Turtlenecks Undershirts / Turtlenecks must be worn under the school polo/oxford, be white or gray, and tucked in at all times
Sweater / Sweater Vest Michael’s Uniform ONLY
- With school logo
- V-Neck pullover or cardigan
** Non-uniform sweaters or jackets may not be worn at any time regardless of weather
Sweatshirts / Zip-ups / Pullovers / Jackets Must be school approved / issued
- Hoods may not be worn inside and must be removed at staff request
**All approved jackets, sweatshirts, etc. must be worn over a school polo or oxford shirt
Shoes Any athletic shoe; brown or black leather dress shoes
- No overwhelming designs
- Closed toe and heel only
- No boots of any kind
Socks Socks must be worn and visible at all times
- Ankle or crew style in solid school colors
- No designs or patterns
- No socks above the knee
Ties St. Bernard tie from Michael’s Uniform
Neck Scarf / Gloves St. Bernard scarves or solid navy, royal, gray, white or black neck scarves only.
- Gloves are not worn inside the buildings during school
Hats / Beanies Only SBHS hats/beanies may be worn on campus; must be OFF inside
Hair / Grooming Hair must be properly groomed, clean, neat in appearance and must be a natural color. Exaggerated or extreme hairstyles,
hair that hangs in the face or that emulates gang or criminal affiliations distract from the educational experience and are not
permitted. School administration shall determine if a student’s hairstyle violates this policy.
- Hair accessories and headbands must be solid colored in black, brown, white or match the uniform plaid.
- Hats, beanies, wave caps, bandanas and other head coverings are not allowed.
- No headscarves, nets, bandanas or other head coverings. No patterned hair accessories.
Jewelry Students may wear a simple chain or religious medal/s inside their shirt.
- Jewelry must be simple, modest and tasteful.
- Earring must be simple, modest, and tasteful. (Boys) may wear one stud earring in each lobe.
- No multiple, large hoops, or bar-stud earrings.
- A watch is acceptable
- Nose rings, studs, plugs, sticks, tongue piercings and facial/body piercings are not acceptable.
FRIDAY SBHS Spirit Dress
The only exception to regular uniform is the shirt that may be worn on Fridays, when approved by Administration.
Acceptable shirts for Friday Spirit Days include: Spirit rally shirt, an official team shirt, SBHS club/organization/class shirt, SBHS t-shirt, AP T-Shirt, Youth Day T-Shirt, or other booster/spirit shirt with a visible St. Bernard logo. Regular Uniform “bottoms” (pants, skirts, shorts) must be worn.
Formal Uniform – All Students
Every Monday (NO EXCEPTIONS), Mass days, certain field trips, when representing the school, and on other occasions to be announced, all students are to wear the formal school uniform. In addition to the school uniform pants and skirt, socks, and shoes, this formal uniform consists of a white Oxford shirt/blouse with school emblem and school necktie. Optional school logo V-neck sweaters, vests, cardigans may be worn. Shorts, polo shirts and sweatshirts of any kind may not be worn on formal dress days.
Game Days - Athletes will wear formal uniforms on game day.
Casual Dress Code – All Students
The Administration will make any final decisions concerning a casual dress code violation.
The school believes that a person’s behavior can be affected by his or her dress and therefore adheres closely to standards of dress. Under special circumstances as deemed acceptable by the Principal, regular uniform may be suspended to allow students to attend school in Casual Dress Code. Attire must always be modest, appropriate for school or school events, and in good taste and in good repair. Unless otherwise noted, special “dress-up” days denoted for school spirit activities must fall within the general guidelines of casual dress. Students attending school events outside the school day (games, dances, performances, etc.) must attend in acceptable casual dress.
Shorts/skirts/dresses with lengths no more than 3 inches above measured from middle of knee to hemline all the way around.
Only closed toe and heel shoes during the school day. No sandals/flip flops. Socks must be worn.
No clothing and/or accessories that advertise alcohol, tobacco, derogatory, or inappropriate wording or pictures.
Only jeans/pants of proper waist and inseam size, pants length (at ankle or Capri style).
Jeans/pants/bottoms may not be ripped or have holes. They must not be excessively tight or baggy.
No leggings, lycra dance leggings, tights, or similar bottoms.
No tank tops, camisoles, tube-tops or sleeveless shirts. Shoulders must be covered.
No excessive skin showing. No low-cut tops, bare midriffs, bare backs, excessively short or tight clothing.
No swim wear/board shorts, pajama bottoms.
No head covering inside the building – including hats, caps, scarves, beanies, jacket hoods. SBHS Logo caps only on campus outside the building.
No athletic jerseys – other than coach-approved SBHS Team wear.
No logo clothing of other high schools.
No athletic shorts or tights; sweat/warm-up pants must be properly sized.
No visible body piercing or tattoos.
One pair of simple, tasteful earrings for girls. Boys may wear one stud earring in each lobe.
Hair styles neat and moderately styled.
St. Bernard High School Uniform / Dress Code
Students are expected to be in complete uniform during the school day. All uniform items must be presentable, the proper fit, and in good repair at all times. The Administration reserves the right to determine whether a style of dress, a specific item, or a length or style of hair is appropriate and in keeping with the philosophy of St. Bernard High School.
