Dress Code
Trinity High School Dress Code Policy
APPEARANCE AND ATTIRE
The purpose of Trinity’s Dress Code is to establish an atmosphere conducive to learning and foster pride in appearance. All students are required to dress appropriately in accordance with the dress code outlined in the Student/Parent Handbook. Dress must be neat, clean, and modest. Students must be in dress code from 7:30 AM through 2:18 PM. Students serving detention must also follow dress code rules. Dress Code requirements apply on field trips and midterm and final exam days. If students are in violation of the Dress Code, parents/guardians will be called and asked to bring appropriate clothing for the day and students may be subject to disciplinary action. Repeated infractions will result in a mandatory parent meeting and Pioneer Community Service.
Exceptions to Trinity’s Dress Code may be approved by an Administration and will be shared with the school community on specific occasions.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF TRINITY’S DRESS CODE (Regular School Day Dress)
· All shirts will require the Trinity “T” on the chest, purchased through Global School Wear.
· All sweaters, sweatshirts, and jackets described below will require the Trinity “T” on the chest, purchased through Global School Wear.
· Pants do not need to be purchased through Global School Wear. Cargo Pants are not allowed.
· To get to the Trinity Global School Website, click HERE.
Student ID: Students are required to wear their school-issued ID during school hours. The ID shall be worn on a lanyard around the neck on top of the outermost layer of clothing. These will be issued after school photos are taken.
Shirts: Girls and boys must wear collared shirts. All shirts must have the Trinity “T” on the chest, purchased through Global School Wear. They must also be tucked in.
Pants: Docker style (fine twill or chino) or dress slacks must be worn (no jean-type pants, cargo, spandex, or joggers). These should be regular fit and straight leg and must have belt loops. Pants must be khaki or navy.
Sweater: All sweaters, sweatshirts, and jackets described below will require the Trinity “T” on the chest, purchased through Global School Wear. The Trinity sweater is available through Global School Wear Website.
Sweaters MUST be worn over a collared shirt. These are available in heather gray, navy, and red.
Sweatshirt: The Trinity crew neck sweatshirt is available through the Global School Wear Website. It is available in navy, heather gray, royal, and red. Sweatshirts must be worn over a collared shirt. Hoodies will NOT be allowed.
Jacket: The Trinity 1/2 zip pullover, available through the Global School Wear Website, is allowed over a collared shirt. These are available in heather gray, navy, and red. Windbreakers are not allowed.
Skirts: Girls may choose to wear a skirt purchased through the Global School Wear Website. Skirts can be no shorter than 2 inches above the knee and may not be rolled. Shirts must be tucked into the skirts. Tights or biker shorts must be worn under the skirt. Students wearing skirts inappropriately will no longer be allowed to wear skirts.
Skorts: Girls may also wear a skort purchased through the Global School Wear Website. These may be no shorter than 2 inches above the knee. Students wearing skorts inappropriately will no longer be allowed to wear skorts.
Belt: Belts must be worn with all pants and/or shorts (when shorts are allowed).
Shorts: SHORTS ARE ONLY ALLOWED BY ADMINISTRATIVE ANNOUNCEMENT. When approved, these must be khaki or navy. These may be no shorter than 2 inches above the knee. They must also be worn with a belt.
Shoes: Acceptable styles for girls and boys are leather boat shoes, loafers, and/or sneakers in good condition. Shoes with laces must be tied. Girls may also wear dress sandals or flats.
Slippers, moccasins, clogs (Crocs), athletic slides, flip-flops, and open-backed shoes are not allowed.
Outerwear: No outerwear (coats, hooded sweatshirts or jackets) will be worn in the building during school hours. No hats, hoods, bandanas, or other forms of headwear will be worn. Hooded sweatshirts and coats are not allowed at any time during the school day.
ALL-SCHOOL MASS DRESS CODE
The dress code for All-School Masses is more formal than the everyday dress code. This is to help students understand and respect the importance of these events to the Trinity Catholic community. The dress code for all-school Mass will be strictly enforced. Students out of the dress code will receive detention and/or Pioneer Service, and their parents/guardians will be called and asked to bring their student-appropriate clothing so they may attend Mass. If a family has difficulty providing a student with appropriate clothing for All-School Masses, they should contact the Administration in advance for assistance. Students who violate the dress code will receive detention for a first-time offense. Second and/or subsequent offenses may result in additional consequences, including Pioneer Service. The Head of Student Affairs, in accordance with this policy, reserves the right to determine if clothing or personal grooming practices are hindering effective learning and social environments at school or school-related activities.
DRESS UP DAYS
Boys must wear ties with a dress shirt and dress pants. They can wear a Trinity sweater or a Trinity fleece 1/2 zip pull over their shirt and tie.
Girls must wear dress shirts, dress pants, or skirts/skorts. They can wear a Trinity sweater or a Trinity fleece 1/2 zip pull over their shirt.
The crew neck sweatshirts are not permitted on dress-up days.
DRESS DOWN DAYS
Students will be allowed to dress down on days designated by the administration. Students may not wear any clothing with messages that are inappropriate or contrary to the teachings of the Catholic Church, relate to drugs, alcohol, sexual topics, or which display messages which are rude or in bad taste. Professionalism is always expected.
Boys shall wear nice jeans (no holes, rips, or tears), sweatpants/joggers or slacks, and either a buttoned shirt, pullover shirt, or t-shirt. Shirts may be untucked.
Girls shall wear nice jeans (no holes, rips, or tears), slacks, skorts, leggings, skirts, sweat pants/joggers and either a buttoned or pullover shirt, or t-shirt. Shirts should have sleeves and crew necks or collars (no low-cut v-necks or scoop necks). Shirts may be untucked. Girls’ shirts should extend over pants when arms are extended overhead. Midsection and bra straps should not show. Skirts must meet the 2-inch rule.
Leather boat shoes, loafers and/or sneakers in good condition may be worn. Shoes with laces must be tied. Girls may also wear dress sandals or flats. Slippers, moccasins, clogs (Crocs), athletic slides, flip flops, and open backed shoes are not allowed.
Any clothing that displays a considerable amount of skin is inappropriate.
Hats, caps, or scarves worn as hats are not to be worn indoors.
Students out of dress code will be assigned detention. Repeated infractions may result in a parent/guardian meeting with the administration and may result in further consequences.