Dress Code
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TJH DRESS CODE POLICY 2016/17
A SENSE OF CHRISTIAN MODESTY WILL DICTATE THE TYPE OF CLOTHING WORN BY STUDENTS.
A dress code is required for all students attending Trinity Junior High School. In addition to being a convenience to both parents and
students, uniforms play an important role in maintaining the proper academic atmosphere. The administration reserves the right to
interpret what is appropriate. School uniforms are seen as affirming our school’s mission and objectives. (Diocesan Policy 2.21).
Uniforms are required for all students beginning the first day of school. The dress code is in effect from 7:45 A.M. until 3:20 P.M.,
including lunchtime and between all classes.
Uniform Guidelines:
All clothing must be in good repair and properly sized: Students wearing clothing which is not hemmed, is torn, faded, worn, stapled,
pinned, or taped will be considered out of uniform. Immediate steps must be taken to correct the problem and the consequences for
being out of uniform shall apply.
No hats, scarves, bandanas, jackets, coats, or non-uniform sweatshirts/sweaters are to be worn in the building during the school day.
Dress and grooming must be neat and clean. It is expected that hair should be neat and clean at all times.
Uniform Violations: Students who do not comply with the uniform policies, guidelines, and code are subject to consequences.
Consequences:
1st offense – Student sent to principal. Warning.
2nd offense – Student sent to principal, assigned 1 day of Wednesday morning detention, fined $10.00.
3rd offense and above – Consequences are assigned at the discretion of the principal.
All uniform violations may result in a phone call home for a replacement uniform.
Thursdays are TJH SPIRIT DAYS! Any Trinity t-shirt or sweatshirt may be worn with uniform bottoms on Thursdays.
Uniform Code:
Shorts, Pants
True navy and/or khaki with no identifying brand name or logo visible. Khaki is defined as “paper bag” tan – no green, stone, or nearly
white permitted. Shorts and pants should be flat front or pleated, conservative cut, uniform style pants and shorts. No cargo-style
pants/skirts/skorts allowed. Length must be no more than a maximum of 3” above knee when in a kneeling position. Boys may wear
khaki pants from any vendor as long as they are the correct color and style.
Shirts
Solid white or true navy polo-style with half or long sleeves are to be worn whether alone or underneath jackets or sweatshirts. All
shirts must display the Trinity Logo. NO LOGO OR EMBLEM of any type, manner, or color other than the Trinity logo. No capped and/or
cropped sleeves allowed. Any undershirt or undergarment worn under the uniform shirt must be plain white or flesh tone.
All shirts must be completely tucked in with the belt fully visible during school hours.
Approved Vendors
Especially for You. 5700 Euper Lane, Ft. Smith (452-4777). Uniforms available for fitting and purchase.
Note: Trinity receives a $1.00 per piece rebate for uniform purchases.
Lands’ End. May be purchased through the catalog or through the website. Website: www.landsend.com/school
Phone: 1-800- 469-2222 Note: Trinity receives a 3% rebate on all uniform purchases through Lands’ End when the following Trinity
Preferred School Number is given 9000-7639- 9
Shoes
Shoes are to be comfortable, safe, and in good taste, including, but not limited to athletic shoes, Birkenstock-style, loafers, etc. No
boots, heels, or flip-flops permitted.
Socks
Students must wear white or black socks with SMALL logos or emblems or plain. Socks must be visible when shoes are worn.
Belts
Students must wear a belt with uniform shorts/pants. Belts must be plain in design and a solid brown, black, or khaki color.
Belts may be rented from the office for $3 per day and returned at the end of the day.
Sweatshirts and Fleece Jackets/Vests
All sweatshirts, and fleece items MUST be ordered and purchased through Especially for You, Lands’ End or the Trinity Booster Club with
the TJH logo/emblem. If worn, a collar from a uniform shirt must be visible.
Outerwear
Non-uniform jackets and coats may be worn to school, but must remain in lockers during school hours.
Approved uniform outerwear is the only outerwear that can be worn in the classroom during school hours.
Hair/Jewelry/Other
Hairstyles for girls and boys must be worn in an appropriate manner and may never be extreme.
Boys are expected to maintain a well-groomed hairstyle with bangs not reaching the eyebrows, with hair no longer than the top of the
ear on the sides, and hair no longer than the top of the collar. No facial hair or sideburns allowed. Girls’ hairstyles must be arranged to
be off the face and out of the eyes. The final decision for the appropriate hairstyle rests with the principal.
Jewelry worn must be in good taste and not disrupt the school environment. Boys are not permitted to wear earrings at school or any
school sponsored activity. Body piercing/art is not permitted. Tattoos are not permitted. Writing or drawing on shoes, clothing, or the
body is not permitted.
Tag Day Dress Guidelines
Generally, one Friday per month is designated as a “Tag Day” which is fundraiser for a specific Trinity club/organization on that day.
Students may choose to wear free dress for a $3.00 donation to the sponsoring group, or students may wear uniforms on tag days.
Student dress on tag day or free dress days must be in good taste.
Dress not allowed includes, but is not limited to: Spandex type fabrics, yoga pants or extremely form-fitting clothing,
Writing on/across any part of pants, short shorts or short skirts – must be no more than 3” above knee when kneeling, severely low cut
blouses or shirts, clothing with tears, holes, see through or frays, T-shirts with alcohol, tobacco, drug, musical group references, vulgar
or offensive language, and/or violent graphics or tank tops.
A safe rule of thumb — when in doubt, don’t wear it!
*Students who do not comply with the regulations for special dress days will be considered out of uniform and will be assigned
consequences. They will be required to call home and have a parent bring a school uniform.