Fr. Tolton Catholic High School recognizes the importance of establishing a policy of dress for its students. The dress code is intended to create a standard of dress that is neat, economical, modest and attractive. This uniform appearance promotes a visible sense of school unity and identity. A secondary goal of the dress code is to emphasize the neatness and care appropriate to pursuits such as learning. Finally, a professional and clean standard of dress inherently teaches students the basics of how to dress for success. We anticipate the cooperation of parents in ensuring their students’ adherence to the dress code. In all cases, the administration reserves the right to determine standards of dress and appearance.
Girls
Shoes Shoes are to be dress shoes. Shoes are to be closed-toe, closed-heel and of one solid, neutral color (such as black, brown, tan or cordovan) with a substantial sole. Athletic shoes are not permissible.
Socks Matching socks must be visible at all times. On special dress days, and with prior notification, girls must wear solid white or navy socks.
Pants Only khaki or navy blue pants may be worn. Pants must have the look of dress pants. The material must appear pressed. (Permanently wrinkled material is not permissible.) External side pockets are prohibited, as are pants with rips, tears or frayed material.
Skorts Only khaki or navy skorts may be worn. Skorts must come within 3 inches of the top of the knee.
Belts If pants have belt loops, a leather black or brown belt must be worn.
Tops Polo/golf shirts with the Tolton Catholic embroidery may be worn. Both short and long sleeves are acceptable. Approved colors include gray, light blue and white. Lands End is the approved vendor for these shirts. If a family wishes to have a personal polo shirt embroidered, they must first check with the school office to be sure the color and material are acceptable.
Button-down oxford-style shirts with the Tolton Catholic embroidery may be worn. Both short and long sleeves are acceptable. Approved colors include light blue and white. Lands End is the approved vendor for these shirts. If a family wishes to have a personal oxford shirt embroidered, they must first check with the school office to be sure the color and material are acceptable. No color or printed t-shirts may be visible through uniform shirts.
Sweaters Sweater vests, cardigans and V-neck pullovers with the Tolton Catholic embroidery may be worn. Approved colors include navy blue and white. Lands End is the approved vendor for these sweaters. If a family wishes to have a personal sweater embroidered, they must first check with the school office to be sure the color and material is acceptable.
Accessories/Cosmetics/Hair The use of make-up should be tasteful and moderate. Hair dye should only be used in natural colors. Black nail polish is not permitted. Jewelry is not to be excessive or distracting. Body piercing, tattoos and facial jewelry are prohibited.
Boys
Shoes Shoes are to be dress shoes. Shoes are to be closed-toe, closed-heel and of one solid, neutral color (such as black, brown, tan or cordovan) with a substantial sole. Athletic shoes are not permissible.
Socks Matching socks must be visible at all times.
Pants Only khaki or navy blue pants may be worn. Pants must have the look of dress pants. The material must appear pressed. (Permanently wrinkled material is not permissible.) External side pockets are prohibited, as are pants with rips, tears or frayed material.
Belts If pants have belt loops, a leather black or brown belt must be worn.
Tops Polo/golf shirts with the Tolton Catholic embroidery may be worn. Both short and long sleeves are acceptable. Approved colors include gray, light blue and white. Lands End is the approved vendor for these shirts. If a family wishes to have a personal polo shirt embroidered, they must first check with the school office to be sure the color and material are acceptable.
Button-down oxford-style shirts with the Tolton Catholic embroidery may be worn. Both short and long sleeves are acceptable. Approved colors include light blue and white. Lands End is the approved vendor for these shirts. If a family wishes to have a personal oxford shirt embroidered, they must first check with the school office to be sure the color and material are acceptable. No color or printed t-shirts may be visible through uniform shirts.
Sweaters Sweater vests, cardigans and V-neck pullovers with the Tolton Catholic embroidery may be worn. Approved colors include navy blue and white. Lands End is the approved vendor for these sweaters. If a family wishes to have a personal sweater embroidered, they must first check with the school office to be sure the color and material is acceptable.
Hair/Accessories Upon arrival at school, boys are to be well-groomed and clean-shaven. Mustaches, beards and sideburns below the earlobes are not permitted. Hair is not to fall over the back collar, eyes or ears. Hair dye may only be used in natural colors. Nail polish and earrings are not permitted. Body piercing, tattoos and facial jewelry are prohibited.
Dress code for dress down days
Throughout the school year, various school groups may sponsor dress down days as fundraisers. Students are not required to wear their school uniforms on these days, provided they participate in the fundraiser by purchasing a dress down tag for the assigned cost, typically $3.
- Ripped or torn jeans are not permitted.
- Tank tops are not permitted.
- Appropriate t-shirts may be worn. T-shirts advertising or promoting alcohol, cigarettes, or any morbid or vulgar material or content inconsistent with Catholic moral values are not permitted.
- Halter tops or any top which exposes the midriff is not permitted.
- Skirts are to be no more than three inches above the knee.