Dress Guidelines
The forms taken by modesty vary from one culture to another. Everywhere, however, modesty exists as an intuition of the spiritual dignity proper to man. It is born with the awakening consciousness of being a subject. Teaching modesty to children and adolescents means awakening in them respect for the human person.
-CCC 2524
In terms of of proper attire, children should dress modestly which promotes a respectful atmosphere and is a reflection of our own self-image. Students may be in church at any time during RE, so they should dress with proper reverence for the worship space and appropriately for current weather conditions.
Specific items of apparel NOT allowed:
- Boys - may not wear low-rider pants with exposed shorts, hats or hoods while indoors.
- Girls - short shorts, cami’s, tops that are strapless or that expose cleavage or bare midriffs.
Clothing that depicts gang-related insignias, alcohol, drugs, tabacco, or offensive language is strictly prohibited. Though rare, if clothing is deemed inappropriate, parents may be called to bring a change of clothing for their child.
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