School Uniforms
Holy Family Catholic School's dress code provides a level of formality suitable for serious academic performance. The rationale behind this dress code includes encouraging dressing for success, providing uniformity, promoting discipline and fostering a better learning environment.
Students are expected to wear the complete school-approved uniform with pride and dignity every day of the school year. All uniforms must be properly fitted, clean and in good repair. All students are expected to be in complete compliance with the dress code from the time they enter the building in the morning until they exit the building at the end of the day.
UNIFORM PURCHASES
The official school uniform must be purchased from Parker School Uniform Company located at 1125 Oakland, Fort Worth. The phone number is 817-446-0436. The uniform may be purchased online from Parker at their website www.parkersu.com. This link will open a new browser window and take you out of the HFCS website. The access code is FW392095.
At Final Registration and throughout the school year the Hornet Store sells gently used genuine Parker uniforms. Selection and styles are dependent on recent donations.
The official navy sweatshirt embroidered with the school logo and P.E. uniforms may be purchased from the Hornet Store.
GENERAL UNIFORM GUIDELINES
- All students (K - 8th) must have at least one complete formal uniform for Mass and other announced days.
- All students (K - 8th) must have at least one red polo shirt embroidered with the school logo.
- Jumpers, skirts, skorts and shorts must be no shorter than 2" above the kneecap or the length from the manufacturer.
- Modesty shorts worn under the jumper or skirt must be solid navy.
- All shirts, excluding the 3/4 sleeve fitted shirt for girls in grades 6 - 8, must always be neatly tucked into pants, shorts, skorts and skirts and not rolled under sweatshirts or sweaters.
- Only solid white undershirts may be worn and the sleeve can not extend past the uniform shirt sleeve.
UNIFORM FOR BOYS AND GIRLS: PRE-KINDERGARTEN 3 AND 4
Pre-Kindergarten students are not required to wear a uniform; however, they must comply with the guidelines detailed in the sections "Non-Uniform Dress", "Hair", "Jewelry/Accessories" and "Makeup".
UNIFORM FOR GIRLS: GRADES K - 5
Jumper - HFCS plaid, v-cut to waist top with pleated skirt that has buttons and pockets on each side.
Skort - Navy, full-legged shorts underneath skort with kick pleat and back zipper.
Pants - Navy, pleated with belt loops.
Shorts - Navy, pleated with belt loops and cuffs.
Shirt -
- White, short-sleeve or long-sleeve Peter Pan collar, or
- White, short-sleeve or long-sleeve button down oxford, or
- Red, short-sleeve polo embroidered with school logo.
Belt - Solid black, navy or dark brown with no lengthy tail.
Socks - Solid navy or white, no logos and must come at least 2" above the ankle bone.
Tights - Solid navy or white.
Shoes -
- Solid white, non-platform tennis shoes, or
- Parker "School Days" in navy/white, or
- Parker "Classy" in black.
- Shoelaces must be a solid color that matches the shoes.
Outer Garments -
- Navy v-neck cardigan, acrylic sweater, or
- Navy sweatshirt embroidered with the school logo.
Formal Uniform -
- Jumper - HFCS plaid;
- Shirt - White Peter Pan collar or button down oxford;
- Socks or Tights and Shoes as described above; and,
- Outer Garment - Navy v-neck cardigan or embroidered sweatshirt.
UNIFORM FOR GIRLS: GRADES 6 - 8
Skirt - HFCS plaid, inverted pleats with front and back darts, side zipper and no pockets.
Skort - Navy, full-legged shorts underneath skort with kick pleat and back zipper.
Pants - Navy, pleated with belt loops.
Shorts - Navy, pleated with belt loops and cuffs.
Shirt -
- White, 3/4 length sleeve fitted shirt with notched hemline that is to be worn untucked, or
- Red, short-sleeve polo embroidered with school logo.
Belt - Solid black, navy or dark brown with no lengthy tail.
Socks - Navy, opaque knee socks.
Tights - Solid navy or white.
Shoes -
- Parker "School Days" in navy/white, or
- Parker "Classy" in black, or
- Solid color navy, black, or brown leather-like below the ankle dress shoe with a flat-soled heel and a maximum heel height of 2".
- Loafers (penny-, tassel- or fringed tongue) are acceptable.
- Shoelaces must be a solid color that matches the shoes.
Tie - HFCS plaid, continental bow-tie with pearl snap.
Outer Garments -
- Navy v-neck cardigan, acrylic sweater, or
- Navy sweatshirt embroidered with the school logo.
Formal Uniform -
- Skirt - HFCS plaid;
- Shirt - White, 3/4 length sleeve, fitted;
- Socks, Shoes and Tie as described above; and,
- Outer Garment - Navy v-neck cardigan or embroidered sweatshirt.
UNIFORM FOR BOYS: GRADES K - 5
Pants - Navy, pleated with belt loops.
Shorts - Navy, pleated with belt loops.
Shirt -
- White, short-sleeve or long-sleeve button down oxford, or
- Red, short-sleeve polo embroidered with school logo.
Belt - Solid black, navy or dark brown with no lengthy tail.
Socks - Solid navy or white, no logos and must come at least 2" above the ankle bone.
Shoes -
- Solid white, black or navy walking or tennis shoes, or
- Parker "NB621" in black, or
- Parker "Raider" in black.
- Shoelaces must be a solid color that matches the shoes.
Tie - Grades 1 - 5 only - Navy, pre-tied, clip-on embroidered with "HFCS" and a cross.
Outer Garments -
- Navy v-neck cardigan, acrylic sweater, or
- Navy sweatshirt embroidered with the school logo.
Formal Uniform -
- Pants - Navy;
- Shirt - White, short-sleeve or long-sleeve button down oxford;
- Belt, Socks, Shoes and Ties as described above; and,
- Outer Garment - Navy v-neck cardigan or embroidered sweatshirt.
UNIFORM FOR BOYS: GRADES 6 - 8
Pants - Navy, pleated with belt loops.
Shorts - Navy, pleated with belt loops.
Shirt -
- White, short-sleeve or long-sleeve button down oxford, or
- Red, short-sleeve polo embroidered with school logo.
Belt - Solid black, navy or dark brown with no lengthy tail.
Socks - Solid navy or white, no logos and must come at least 2" above the ankle bone.
Shoes -
- Solid color black or brown leather or leather-like below the ankle dress shoe; or
- Loafers (penny-, tassel- or fringed tongue) are acceptable, or
- Parker "NB621" in black, or
- Parker "Raider" in black.
- Shoelaces must be a solid color that matches the shoes.
Tie - Navy, men's standard necktie embroidered with "HFCS" and a cross.
Outer Garments -
- Navy v-neck cardigan, acrylic sweater, or
- Navy sweatshirt embroidered with the school logo.
Formal Uniform -
- Pants - Navy;
- Shirt - White, short-sleeve or long-sleeve button down oxford;
- Belt, Socks, Shoes and Ties as described above; and,
- Outer Garment - Navy v-neck cardigan or embroidered sweatshirt.
HAIR
Students' hair must be neatly arranged and groomed. The dress code excludes fad hairstyles and hair color/highlights for boys or girls. Multiple clips are not allowed. Cuts and styles must be conventional and in good taste. The staff and principal will make the decision regarding what is acceptable. Boy's hair must not touch the collar when head is upright. No ponytails allowed for boys.
Students whose hair is unacceptable will be sent home until the hair is acceptable to the principal.
JEWELRY/ACCESSORIES
Students are allowed to wear one religious medal and chain under the uniform. Necklaces for boys or girls are not permitted. Bracelets and rings are not permitted with the exception of one watch. Alarms, calculators and/or audio-visual remote controls on watches may not be used during the school day.
Only girls may wear earrings. At most one earring may be worn in each ear lobe. For safety reasons, these must be small stud earrings that do not protrude below the ear.
Only girls are permitted to wear conservative-colored hair bows and a simple conservative hair clip. Students may not wear hats, bandanas or sunglasses inside the schoo/church buildings.
MAKEUP
Only girls in grades 6 - 8 may wear clear fingernail polish. Nails must be short and clean at all times. No artificial nails are allowed. Only eighth grade girls are allowed to wear natural looking light foundation during school and this must be a minimum amount.
No student may wear other make-up, lipstick, lip-gloss, eye shadow, or eyeliner. Students will be asked to wash their faces if they are in non-compliance.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION CLASS
Students in grades 5 - 8 are required to suit out for P.E. daily, even on "non-uniform dress days".
Grades K - 4: Tennis shoes with the regular school uniform.
Grades 5 - 8:
- Navy HFCS "Phys. Ed." mesh shorts sold through the Hornet Store.
- T-Shirts: Gray HFCS "Phys. Ed." shirt or any HFCS spirit shirt sold through the Hornet Store.
- Grade 5: Solid white tennis shoes per the dress code.
- Grades 6 - 8: Athletic shoes of their choice.
NON-UNIFORM DRESS
Non-uniform days require conventional or basic clothing styles, keeping the following in mind:
- Jeans must be properly fitted, clean and in good condition.
- Skirts, culottes or shorts must be no shorter than 2" above the kneecap.
- Sleeveless sweaters, blouses or dresses are not permitted.
- Shirts that expose the midriff are not permitted.
- Clothing must be free of messages or symbols referring to alcohol, drugs, tobacco, vulgar language and/or gangs.
- Socks or hose must be worn. Socks must come at least 2" above the ankle bone.
- Boots must be a standard style. (Western or Cowboy)
- Jackets, coats, hats, bandanas and sunglasses may not be worn in the school or church buildings.
Spirit Days - Students are allowed to replace the uniform shirt with an official HFCS t-shirt.
Fiesta Day - Students may dress in Hispanic costume or the school uniform. It is not a non-uniform dress day.
Scout Days - Students may dress in their formal scout uniforms the day of their scout meetings as long as it does not coincide with a Formal Uniform day.
Failure to be dressed appropriately on Non-Uniform Dress days will result in the student's exclusion from participation in class and/or activities until he/she is dressed appropriately with the time spent away from the classroom considered unexcused, and/or the loss of future non-uniform dress privileges.
PROMOTION MASS (EIGHTH GRADE)
Holy Family Catholic School provides a navy gown for the promotional Mass ceremonies. The following dress applies:
- Boys must wear dress slacks, s shirt with collar and tie, and dress shoes.
- Girls must wear skirts or dresses at the most 2" above the knee. All blouses and dresses must have sleeves and a modest neckline. Only clear nail polish will be worn on fingernails and toenails. All girls must wear hosiery.
Note: Any eighth grade student who does not dress properly will not take part in the graduation ceremony. They will be asked to sit in back of the church.
ENFORCEMENT
Dress code compliance will be checked by the homeroom teacher at the beginning of each day and by the P.E. teacher at the start of P.E. class.
For minor violations, students will receive Uniform Violation slip. For major uniform infractions or repeated infractions, the parent will be notified by phone through the school office, and the student may be detained from class while the problem is being corrected and additional disciplinary may be taken by the principal. The time spent away from the classroom will be considered unexcused. The administration reserves the right to send home any student who is dressed improperly. Excessive dress code violations will lower the student's conduct grade.
The school administration reserves the right to amend this and any school policy/guideline as needed. Changes will be communicated in advance to all families.
