The school dress code at Queen of Angels Catholic School is designed to promote an atmosphere on campus that is appropriate for a school setting.  These uniform regulations are intended to reduce distractions and to allow students to focus on their academic responsibilities in a manner demonstrating that we are one in community. Students are expected to wear the school uniform and PE uniform correctly and parents are expected to support these regulations.  Three uniform infractions for grades 6-8 will result in the issuing of a detention.

Dress Code

Students will be well groomed and in the required uniform at all times while at school unless a spirit day has been announced.  This means wearing the correct uniform for the season (summer or winter uniform) and for dress uniform days.  It is the responsibility of the middle school student to observe the appropriate uniform guidelines.  Demerits are issued for uniform infractions.  Some uniform violations include but are not limited to:

• Unbuttoning more than the top button of the uniform shirt or blouse.
• Rolling up long sleeved shirts.  All long sleeve shirts must be buttoned at the cuff.
• Rolling the waistbands of skirts, skorts, and shorts.
• Skirts/skorts that are more than 2” above the knee.
• Visible tattoos, piercing (other than ears), or markings.

In addition to clothing guidelines, students must adhere to the following requirements.

Hairstyles

Students will have simple hairstyles that are consistent with the simple, tailored appearance of our school uniform. 

• Girls’ hair must be neat and off the face (with the exception of bangs).
• Boys’ hair must be neat and clean cut.
• The maximum acceptable length for boys’ hair is above the eyebrows in the front, above the top of the collar in the back, and above the top of the ear at the sides.

The following hairstyles are NOT permitted for any student (male or female):

• Sideburns.
• Partially bleached hair.
• Hair dyed in an unnatural shade.
• Shaving all or part of the head.
• Shaving patterns in the hair.
• Cutting or shaving one part of the hair and leaving the hair long in appearance on other parts.
• Excessively teased hair or hair that is unkempt in appearance.
• Ponytails worn by boys.
• Beads woven into hair.
• Excessively spiked hair.
• Unusual or trendy hairstyles.
• Accessories that may be distracting.
• Hair hanging in one’s face/eyes.

Jewelry and Accessories

The uniform will be uncluttered and only the following   accessories may be added:

• Students may wear one (1) thin chain with only a cross or medal and a single thin chain bracelet.
• Girls may wear a single post stud earring per ear on ear lobe only (silver or gold) and these may not be larger than a dime.
• Dangle or hoop earrings are not permitted.
• Students will wear no more than one ring per hand.
• Woven or braided necklaces or chokers are not permitted.

Use of Cosmetics

Only a light foundation as well as clear nail polish is permitted.  No eye shadow, no eyeliner or mascara, no blush, nor lipstick is permitted at any time.

Hygiene Products

Due to allergies, students should not bring aerosol deodorants, spray cologne, body spray, hair spray, or perfume to use at school.

Spirit Days and Out-of-Uniform Days

It is expected that students participating in Spirit Days will come to school dressed in a Queen of Angels Catholic School t-shirt (with logo or name spelled out). As we participate in out-of-uniform days or Spirit Days, students will come to school dressed in comfortable clothing and shoes that follow the summer or winter uniform guidelines.  If there is any doubt about the appropriateness of clothing, then the student should wear the regular school uniform.  Any Middle School student having PE on an Out-of-Uniform/Spirit Day is expected to dress out for PE.

The following guidelines will be enforced during these days:

• Girls may wear Bermudas or capris (summer only), jeans, khakis, pants, long skirts or dresses that are not more than 2” above the knee (no shorts or short skorts).
• Boys may wear walking shorts (summer only), jeans, khakis, or pants.
• No bare midriff or tank tops.
• No sleeveless shirts, dresses, or open-back shirts.
• No halter-tops or spaghetti straps.
• No low-cut, raggedy or tight fitting jeans, pants, or shorts.
• Shoes should be securely attached to the feet and have closed toes.  Shoes with heels higher than 1 1/2” or flip flops/sandals are not permitted.
• T-shirts may not have wording or advertisements that promotes anything deemed inappropriate for school in any other context, such as alcohol, tobacco, elements of popular culture, or any message that is not supportive of our school mission.
• No hats.
• Hairstyles, jewelry and accessories, and cosmetics must follow the standard uniform guidelines.

On spirit days and out-of-uniform days, if a student forgets to come out of uniform, he/she may not call parents to bring a change of clothing.

Uniform sweaters may be worn with all uniform classifications except PE.    Uniform sweaters include navy crew-neck or v-neck button down or pullover sweaters or v-neck vests with the Queen of Angels Catholic School logo.  No “fashion” sweaters allowed.  PE sweatshirts can only be worn with PE Uniform.  All uniform items except shoes, socks, and belts must be purchased at Uniform Depot or Buckhead Uniforms.  You may not mix uniform classifications.  Crew socks must cover the mid calf and are only allowed to be folded over one time.

GIRLS (K-4)

Hair accessories are optional but must match school uniform (blue, black, brown, or white).

Summer Uniform (April 1^st to October 31^st)

Skorts              Navy full wrap uniform skort.  Must not be worn more than 2 inches above the knee.

Shirts               Blue “Kaynee” pique polo shirt with Queen of Angels Catholic School on left chest, short or long sleeve

Socks               Full white crew (no logos, designs, or trim; no half, quarter, or ankle socks)

Shoes              All white low top athletic shoes with laces

Winter Uniform (November 1^st – March 31^st)  (K-4)

Jumpers           Plaid Jumper (Style #172 – Color #57 – Royal Park Only).  Must not be worn more than 2 inches above the knee.

Blouses            Blue Peter Pan uniform blouse with QA on left collar, short or long sleeve

Socks               Full white or navy crew or knee (no logos, designs or trim; no half, quarter, or ankle socks)

Tights               Navy only

Shoes              Brown Bucs by Willits

Summer Uniform (April 1^st to October 31^st) (5^th Grade)

Skorts              Plaid full wrap uniform skort (Color #57) 

Must not be worn more than 2 inches above the knee.

Shirts               Blue “Kaynee” pique polo shirt with Queen of Angels Catholic School on left chest, short or long sleeve

Socks               Full white crew (no logos, designs, or trim; no half, quarter, or ankle socks)

Shoes              All white low top athletic shoes with laces

Winter Uniform (November 1^st – March 31^st) (5^th Grade)

Skorts              Plaid full wrap uniform skort (Color #57) 

Must not be worn more than 2 inches above the knee.

Blouses            Blue Oxford cloth uniform blouse with QA on pocket, short or long sleeve

Socks               Full white or navy crew or knee (no logos, designs or trim; no half, quarter, or ankle socks)

Shoes              Brown Bucs by Willits

BOYS (K-5)

Summer Uniform (April 1^st to October 31^st)

Shorts              Navy uniform shorts, no cuff

Shirts               Blue “Kaynee” pique polo shirt with Queen of Angels Catholic School on left chest, short or long sleeve

Socks               Full white crew (no logos, designs or trim;   no half, quarter, or ankle socks)

Belts                Navy stretch or dark braided belt (magnet clasps recommended K-1)

Shoes              All white low top athletic shoes with laces

Winter Uniform (November 1^st – March 31^st)

Slacks              Navy uniform slacks

Shirts               Blue “Kaynee” pique polo shirt with Queen of Angels Catholic School on left chest, short or long sleeve

Socks               Navy or full white crew (no logos, designs or trim; no half, quarter, or ankle socks)

Belts                Navy stretch or dark braided (magnet clasps recommended K-1)

Shoes              Brown Bucs by Willits

5th Grade Boys may not choose to wear the uniform designated for the middle school.

Summer PE Uniform – Boys and Girls

Shirt                 Gold “Gildan” cotton T-shirt with Queen of Angels Catholic School on left chest

Shorts              Navy mesh with Queen of Angels Catholic School on bottom of left leg.   Must not be worn more than 2 inches above the knee.

Socks               Full white crew only (no logos, designs or trim; no half, quarter, or ankle socks)

Shoes              ALL white low top athletic shoes with laces

Winter PE Uniform – Boys and Girls

Shirt                 Gold “Gildan” cotton T-shirt with Queen of Angels Catholic School on left chest

Sweats             (Mandatory) Navy pants and shirts with Queen of Angels Catholic School on left chest and leg

Socks               Full white crew only (no logos, designs or trim; no half, quarter, or ankle socks)

Shoes              ALL white low top athletic shoes with laces

PE shorts are not allowed during winter uniform months.

Uniform sweaters may be worn with all uniform classifications except PE.  Uniform sweaters include navy crew-neck or v-neck button down or pullover sweaters or v-neck vests with the Queen of Angels Catholic School logo.  No “fashion” sweaters allowed.  PE sweatshirts can only be worn with PE Uniforms, except for the 8^th Grade “class sweatshirt” which can be worn with any uniform classification.  All uniform items except shoes, socks, and belts must be purchased at Uniform Depot or Buckhead Uniforms.  You may not mix uniform classifications. Crew socks must cover the mid calf and are only allowed to be folded over one time.

GIRLS

Hair accessories are optional but must match school uniform (blue, black, brown, or white).

Summer Uniform (April 1^st to October 31^st)

Skorts              Plaid full wrap uniform skort (Color #57) 

Must not be worn more than 2 inches above the knee.

Shirts               Blue “Kaynee” pique polo shirt with QA on left sleeve, short or long sleeve

Socks               Full white crew (no logos, designs, or trim; no half, quarter or ankle socks)

Shoes              All white low top athletic shoes with laces

Winter Uniform (November 1^st – March 31^st)

Skorts              Plaid full wrap uniform skort (Color #57) 

Must not be worn more than 2 inches above the knee.

Blouses            Blue Oxford cloth uniform blouse with QA on pocket, short or long sleeve

Socks               Full white or navy crew or knee (no logos, designs or trim, no half, quarter, or ankle socks)

Shoes              Dirty Bucs by Willits (light brown)

BOYS

Summer Uniform (April 1^st to October 31^st)

Shorts              Khaki uniform shorts, no cuff

Shirts               Blue “Kaynee” pique polo shirt with QA on left sleeve, short or long sleeve

Socks               Full white crew (no logos, designs or trim; no half, quarter, or ankle socks)

Belts                Dark braided belt

Shoes              All white low top athletic shoes with laces

Winter Uniform (November 1^st – March 31^st)

Slacks              Khaki uniform slacks

Shirts               Blue Oxford cloth uniform shirt with QA on pocket, short or long sleeve

Socks               Khaki or full white crew (no logos, designs or trim; no half, quarter, or ankle socks)

Belts                Dark braided

Shoes              Dirty Bucs by Willits (light brown)

Tie               Queen of Angels Catholic School tie #18

to be worn for “High” Masses, field trips, and as required by Middle School teachers.

PE Uniform – Boys and Girls

Shirt                 Gold “Gildan” cotton T-shirt with Queen of Angels Catholic School on left chest

Shorts              Navy mesh with Queen of Angels Catholic School on bottom of left leg.  Must not be worn more than 2 inches above the knee.

Socks               Full white crew only (no logos, designs or trim; NO half, quarter, or ankle socks)

Shoes              ALL white low top athletic shoes with laces

Sweats             Navy pants and shirts with Queen of Angels Catholic School on left chest and leg (If student chooses to wear sweats, ONLY uniform sweats are allowed)

All children are expected to participate in all classes and activities during school hours.  Exceptions for reasons of health should be directed in writing to the teacher.

Students are responsible for having the required materials for each subject.  This includes having the proper uniform for physical education.

All assignments are expected to be neatly completed and turned in when due.  Work must be complete before grades will be given for that quarter.   Any work that is not turned in by the end of the quarter will not be accepted and will receive a failing grade.

Occasionally, a student may  need extra help with a particular subject.  The teacher may require the student to remain after school for additional instruction.  This is a work session, not a behavior detention.

Curriculum

Religion is at the core of our curriculum and students have religious education a minimum of 150 minutes a week.  The Religious Education Coordinator will provide teachers and students with a comprehensive and current library of books and media.