Uniform Policy

 

The uniform is one of the hallmarks of good Catholic education, and, indeed, of Classical education. It helps to knit together the learning community, creates a visible token of unity and solidarity, establishes a tone of academic seriousness for the classroom, and provides a diverse student body with a uniformly attractive self-presentation. The uniform does not suppress individuality—rather, in this increasingly shallow age, it suppresses superficiality and invites students to distinguish themselves on matters of substance.

For this reason, maintaining the school uniform in class is imperative. All students must be in uniform every day, unless an explicit exception is made (there will be out-of-uniform days during the course of the school year). If there is a time when the prescribed uniform cannot for some legitimate reason be worn, a note from the parent/guardian must be written to the headmaster. Students who are out of uniform without this explanation may not be permitted to attend class. Students who repeatedly violate the uniform guidelines may either be required to serve detention or not be admitted to class.

OUR UNIFORM VENDOR IS FLYNN O’HARA. UNIFORM GUIDELINES CAN BE FOUND IN THE FAMILY HANDBOOK (PAGE 31). 

CHANTICLEER CLOSET

The Chanticleer Closet is a collection of gently used OLMC/LGA uniform pieces, giving families the opportunity to pass on outgrown items to another loving home—completely free of charge. It’s a simple way for us to support one another (because let’s be honest, we all know the “I-can’t-find-my-shirt” morning scramble). At the same time, it honors the work that went into creating these uniforms by extending their life and use just a little bit longer.

  • If you have items to GET: Our uniform closet is available at certain times throughout the year. Stay tuned for details through the Weekly Update.

  • If you have items to GIVE: We periodically collect freshly laundered items in any condition (repairs are our forté)! Stay tuned for details through the Weekly Update.

  • Volunteers are often needed to help set up and “operate” the closet! Please reach out to Paulette Snyder at paulettemsnyder@gmail.com with any questions, if you want to help (counts for SPUR hours!), or if you have specific uniform needs. Thank you for your participation!