The personal appearance of a student represents that individual. The personal appearance of the entire student body represents the school to others; therefore, the appearance of all students in Grade 1 to Grade 8 should be appropriate for Our Lady of Fatima School Shirts and blouses are to be tucked in at all times. Buttons are to remain on shirts, pants, and blouses. Skirts and pants are not to be rolled or pulled high to shorten. All clothing is to be labeled with the student’s name. Hats are not to be worn in school. HAIR: styled simply and out of the eyes; no fad or punk styles; no bleaching or coloring; boys’ hair may not be longer than the top of their shirt collar and should be combed neatly; boys must be clean-shaven. MAKEUP: worn only by seventh and eighth grade girls; should be tasteful and appropriate for school. JEWELRY: restricted to a ring, a watch, a simple, narrow chain necklace with a Christian symbol (such as a cross, crucifix, or saint) which is reflective of our Catholic faith, and small pierced earrings. Earrings, worn only by girls, are to be small and flat against the ear, with only one in each ear. Nose rings, tattoos, or any other bodily adornments are not permitted. Bracelets are not permitted. Students should check with the administration if they have any questions or are unsure of what is acceptable regarding their uniform Girls 1-4 UNIFORM PLAID JUMPER with BLOUSE – yellow peter-pan collar, long or short sleeve; jumpers must be knee length or longer and should have a deep hem to allow for student growth during the year. UNIFORM DRESS PANTS – navy blue UNIFORM DRESS SHORTS – navy blue BANDED GOLF SHIRT – yellow monogrammed with PANTS or SHORTS DARK BELT – must be worn with pants and shorts SWEATER – navy blue cardigan with monogram SHOES – dark color with rubber soles; no boots, sneakers, clogs, or backless shoes SOCKS – navy blue knee-hi or navy blue opaque tights (Ankle socks are not permitted.) Girls 5-8 UNIFORM PLAID SKIRT – Skirts must be knee length or longer and should have a deep hem to allow for student growth during the year. UNIFORM DRESS PANTS – navy blue UNIFORM DRESS SHORTS – navy blue BANDED GOLF SHIRT – yellow monogrammed DARK BELT – must be worn with pants and shorts SWEATER – navy blue crew-neck pullover or v-neck cardigan with monogram SHOES – dark color with rubber soles; no boots, sneakers, clogs, or backless shoes; 1” heel limit SOCKS – navy blue knee-hi or navy blue opaque tights (Ankle socks are not permitted.) Boys 1-8 UNIFORM DRESS PANTS – navy blue dress pants UNIFORM DRESS SHORTS – navy blue BANDED GOLF SHIRT – yellow monogrammed DARK BELT – must be worn with pants and shorts SWEATER – navy blue vest or long-sleeved v-neck pullover with monogram SHOES – dark color with rubber soles; no boots or sneakers; shoes must not cover the ankle SOCKS – navy blue or white crew (Ankle socks are not permitted.) * Please note: All students including eighth graders are expected to remain in uniform throughout the school year. Appropriate adjustment to sizing should be made at the time of purchase. All T-shirts worn under the school uniform must be white and must not be seen above the collar. GYM UNIFORM Grades 1-8 Shorts and tee shirts purchased at Rush Uniform, Inc. White socks and solid white or black sneakers (no Heelys, no high-heeled/platform) are required. During the winter months, students may wear a hunter green sweat suit. Only the Our Lady of Fatima logo is permitted on these sweat suits, no team sweatshirts. The gym uniform is to be worn on the day the student has gym class. The official school uniform is to be obtained at: RUSH UNIFORM, INC. 101 West Harrison Avenue Wilmington Manor New Castle, DE 19720 302-328-5444 N.B. Students who are in continual violation of the dress code will be denied admission into school until the violation has been corrected