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Dress/Uniform Code

Dress Code

St. Anthony High School's standardized uniform provides a positive influence upon the overall school environment. The purpose of our dress code is to promote a sense of dignity and pride, which is inherent in the values expressed in our Christian Philosophy. It fosters a disciplined atmosphere that contributes to the learning process and security of the school. In addition, it provides a first level of security, which would enable us to identify St. Anthony High School students. Our dress code, including grooming and hair styles, is based upon modesty, neatness, cleanliness, and good taste. School authorities have the right to determine whether a style of dress, grooming, or a style or length of hair is appropriate or in keeping with the school's dress code and philosophy.

Uniform items may only be purchased from Norman's Uniforms (310) 832-8342, unless otherwise noted below.  The School Code is 620.  The website is https://normansuniforms.com/. 

The St. Anthony High School Dress Code is to be adhered to at all times. It is the responsibility of the parents and the students to ensure that each student arrives and leaves school and SAHS events in compliance with the St. Anthony High School Dress Code. Daily admission may be denied to students with dress code violations, that cannot immediately be brought into compliance.  Any student not observing the dress, grooming, or hair regulations may be detained in the discipline office until he or she is in compliance with the dress code. An attempt will be made to notify parents/guardians at work or home, so that the violation can be corrected, and to inform the parents/guardians of the violation. Dress code violations are a part of the school disciplinary code and infractions will result in disciplinary action. Parent conferences and probationary status will be arranged for continued noncompliance of the dress code.

Below is the standard policy for dress, grooming, and hair style. If an item is not listed in the handbook as acceptable, then it is unacceptable, and the student will be asked to change or may be sent home to change attire.

Please note that Senior privileges may slightly alter the dress code for the seniors only. Faculty, staff, students and parents will be notified if and when senior privileges are in effect.

General Guidelines

• All clothing must be properly fitted at all times.  Pants, shorts and skirts must be fitted to the waistline.
• Pants and shorts must be neat, properly hemmed, without split side seams and free of any holes or tears.
• "Altered" garments are not acceptable.
• No undergarments should be visible at any time. 

Regular School Uniform

Pants

• Khaki pants or Capris (girls only). Only Norman's Uniform or Dickies brand of khaki pants are acceptable.

Walking Shorts

• Khaki Walking Shorts. Only Norman's Uniform or Dickies brand are acceptable. Boy's shorts must have at least a 9½ inch inseam and must not be lower than 2 inches below the knee. Girl's shorts must have at least a 7½ inch inseam and must be no more than 4 inches above the knee. Shorts may not be rolled.

Shirts

• SAHS-Issued or Norman's White or Purple Polo.
• Norman's White Oxford Long or Short Sleeve.
• Authorized SAHS team/club/spirit shirts may only be worn on alternate dress and spirit shirt days.

Sweatshirts

• Norman's or SAHS-Issued White, Purple or Heather Grey. Sweatshirts may not be worn underneath a polo or oxford shirt.
• SAHS issued/approved hooded sweatshirts. Hoods may not be worn at any time in class, on campus, and at SAHS events.

Belts (Optional for Regular Uniform; required for Mass Attire)

• Properly fitting uniform belts, canvas or leather, black or brown only. Standard belt buckle, no special designs.

Skirts

• Norman's plaid uniform skirt (no more than 2 inches above the knee). Shorts must be worn underneath.

Jackets/Sweaters

• SAHS Letterman Jackets.
• SAHS Norman's Purple zip up with logo.
• SAHS-Issued school/team jackets, white, purple or heather grey only.
• Purple V-neck pull-over sweater from Norman's.
• Purple Cardigan sweater from Norman's

Footwear/Leg Wear

• Athletic, dress, or casual shoes with closed toe and closed heel.
• Solid black or white socks.
• Boots, sandals, flip-flops, spa shoes/slides, Crocs/clogs, Ugg-style/fleeced-lined boots or shoes, open-toed shoes, backless shoes, moccasins, house slippers etc. are prohibited. Any non-athletic shoe that extends above the ankle is considered a boot (i.e. military boot, construction shoes, etc.).
• Leggings are not allowed.
• Opaque (not see-through), solid-colored, black or white tights may be worn with skirts, but are not allowed with shorts. Tights must not have any holes or runs. Lace or patterned tights are not allowed.

Face Masks

• ​​Students must wear face masks at all time, and carry a second "spare" face mask with them, until notified otherwise. Face masks may be SAHS approved or personal.  Personal face masks must be tasteful and appropriate. Face mask may not contain one-way valves.​

Headwear

• SAHS-approved beanies and ca​ps.

Grooming, Hair, Jewelry

Hair for both males and females must be properly groomed, clean, and neat in appearance, and must be a natural hair color.  Exaggerated or extreme styles, non-natural colors, hair that hangs in the face or that emulate gang or criminal affiliations distract from the educational experience and are not permitted.  The Administration shall determine is a student's grooming, hairstyle, or jewelry violate school policy

Boys

• Clean shaven (i.e. no beards, mustaches, or facial hair).
• Sideburns may extend no lower than the middle of the ear.
• Earrings, body piercing, and tattoos are not acceptable for any male student. Students who have tattoos must take whatever means necessary to cover them.

Girls

• Jewelry in moderation is acceptable for all students. Each ear can have two earrings of appropriate size.
• Body piercing, excluding ears, and tattoos are not acceptable for any female student. Students who have tattoos must take whatever means necessary to cover them.
• Moderate make-up for girls is acceptable.​

Additional Guidelines

• No customized, individual apparel will be allowed.
• Non-SAHS-approved hats and headwear are not permitted.
• Approved SAHS-issued apparel items from school teams and/or clubs are allowed alternate dress and spirit shirt days only.
• No cropped polo shirts for girls will be allowed.
• Undershirts are allowed in white or gray only.
• School uniform is worn for all field trips/college visits, unless otherwise stated.

Alternate Dress

Acceptable Attire at SAHS Extra-Curricular/School Events/Casual Dances/Free Dress Days/Summer School

Please note: All other dress code rules (i.e. sweatshirts, jewelry, outerwear, shoes, hats, etc.) are applicable. All clothing must fit appropriately at all times.

Approved Apparel:

• Blouses.
• Button shirts.
• Polo Shirts.
• T-shirts (in good taste).
• Sweaters.
• Dresses (no shorter than 2 inches above the knees).
• Jeans (no low rise or baggy; no tears, rips or holes).
• Shorts (no shorter than 4 inches above the knees; no longer than 2 inches below the knees).
• Pants.
• Slacks.
• Skirts/Skorts (no shorter than 2 inches above the knees).
• SAHS-issued athletic warm-ups.
• Closed-toed shoes.
• SAHS-approved beanies and caps.​

Not Approved Apparel:

Any item not listed as approved apparel is not allowed. Specifically, the following clothing items may not be worn at any time:

• Any item that exposes the midriff or cleavage.
• Halter tops or tube tops.
• Tank tops.
• Sweat pants, pajamas, leggings, jogging pants, or yoga pants.
• Mini-skirts/mini-skorts.
• Short shorts or cut-off shorts
• Boots, sandals, flip-flops, spa shoes/slides, Crocs/clogs, Ugg-style/fleeced-lined boots or shoes, open-toed shoes, backless shoes, moccasins, house slippers, etc.
• Torn or tattered clothing.
• Clothing that is too tight or too baggy.
• Non-SAHS-approved hats and headwear of any kind.
• Sunglasses indoors or on main campus.
• Anything that does not represent the identity of SAHS, including items advertising alcohol, drugs, or violence.

Special "Jean" Days

Please note: All other dress code rules (i.e. sweatshirts, jewelry, outerwear, shoes, hats, etc.) are applicable.

• Students may wear blue jeans with their SAHS polo, oxford shirt or other SAHS approved shirt, only.
• Jeans must be properly fitted at all times.
• Jeans may not have any tears, rips or holes.

Spirit Week Dress (Homecoming, BOP Week, and Spring Fest)

Themed dress-up days are common during spirit weeks.  Appropriate costumes and attire is expected.  The above listed forbidden items are still in effect during spirit weeks. Students who choose not to participate in themed dress-up must come to school in regular school uniform.

The administration reserves the right to require students to change from inappropriate attire. Students who choose to violate dress code regulations will be excluded from classes until appropriate attire can be obtained.  Items that are deemed unacceptable will be taken from the student and returned to the parent or guardian at a later date.

Mass Day Attire

To respect the sacredness of the Liturgy, the following are guidelines for Mass Day Attire:

Boys

• Khaki pants.
  
• White short/long sleeve uniform Oxford shirt, tucked in.
  
• SAHS-issued necktie from Norman's, cinched up.
  
• Solid black or brown belt.
  
• White undershirt.
  
• Black Socks.
  
• Black or brown dress shoes (no tennis shoes).
  
• Optional purple V-neck sweater or purple Cardigan.
  

Girls

• Norman's plaid uniform skirt (no more than 2 inches above the knee). Shorts must be worn underneath.
• Khaki pants.
• White short/long sleeve uniform Oxford shirt, tucked in.
• SAHS-issued necktie from Norman's, cinched up.
• Black or white solid socks.
• Black dress shoes (no tennis shoes, no heels over 2 inches).
• Optional purple V-neck sweater or purple Cardigan.​

Confiscated Clothing Items

Any confiscated clothing or apparel items will be held in the Dean's office. A parent/guardian must pick up any confiscated items.  The items will not be returned to students.​

School Dance Attire

Casual Dance Attire

See Alternate Dress guidelines above.​

Semi-Formal Attire for Dances

Attire should be modest and in good taste. No extreme hairstyles, including but not limited to colors and shaved designs.

Boys

• Slacks or dress pants.  No jeans.
• Button shirt with necktie.
• Dress shoes or nice tennis shoes.
• Coat or dress sweater are optional.
• Coats and ties may be removed during the evening, but everything else must remain on.

Girls

• Dress 
• Skirt with appropriate top.
• Dress pants with dress top. 
• Dress shoes, dress sandals, or nice tennis shoes.
• Dresses or skirts that are too short, form fitting, or revealing will not be permitted. The front of the dress or top must be cut above the breast line in a solid (non-mesh) material. The back of the dress or top must not be lower than the elbow, when standing, in a solid (non-mesh) material. Cut outs, or mesh material that will expose midriff, excessive cleavage, or leg are not permitted.

Prior to a semi-formal dance, a dress code contract will be sent home with the students for review and signature by the student and a parent.  Students will only be allowed to purchase tickets for these dances if they submit the signed contract. The Dean reserves the right to have the student bring her dress to campus prior to the dance for approval.

Formal Attire for Dances

Attire should be modest and in good taste. No extreme hairstyles, including but not limited to colors, and shaved designs.

Boys

• Tuxedo or suit, dress shirt and necktie.
• No jeans.
• Dress shoes or nice tennis shoes, and socks.
• Jackets and ties may be removed during the evening, but everything else must remain on.

Girls

• Dresses (Dress should be modest and in good taste. Dresses that are too short, form fitting, or revealing will not be permitted. The front of the dress must be cut above the breast line in a solid, non-mesh material. The back of the dress must not be lower than the elbow, when standing, in a solid, non-mesh material. Cut outs, or mesh material that will expose midriff, excessive cleavage, or leg are not permitted.)
• Women's suits and combos.​

Prior to a formal dance, a dress code contract will be sent home with the students for review and signature by the student and a parent.  Students will only be allowed to purchase tickets for these dances if they submit the signed contract. The Dean reserves the right to have the student bring her dress to campus prior to the dance for approval.