Uniforms

General Policy

It is the policy of the school that a uniform and dress code be designed to enhance the educational environment of the students at Saint Ursula School.

All uniforms must be neat and clean at all times. They MUST be the proper size. No oversized or undersized uniforms, pants, shirts, shorts, belts, sweaters or shoes will be allowed.

Students not in proper uniform will receive a Uniform Infraction Notice and a parent may be contacted. Repeated offenses may result in a demerit.  

Flynn O’Hara is our official school uniform company. Please refer to them for clarification of the Saint Ursula school uniform.

Dress Code for All Grades (Pre-K4 – 8)

Grooming and Hair:  

  • Clean shaven.
  • Hairstyles are to be neatly groomed. Hair is not to exceed the top of the collar, the top of the ear, or be below the eyebrows and of reasonable length and height as to not be disruptive to the learning environment. Sideburns may not exceed the bottom of the ear.
  • The following styles are examples of prohibited hairstyles: head shaving, lines and designs, faux-hawks, mohawks, mullets, spikes, or coloring of any kind. Saint Ursula School recognizes that particular hairstyles may be part of social, ethnic, spiritual and cultural identities and practices or adopted for protective purposes. In those cases, it is the policy of Saint Ursula School to permit individual families to receive an exception from this policy, so that they may choose the appropriate cared-for hairstyle for their son or daughter. Should a student have a question about a hairstyle, he or she should contact the principal before getting his/her hair cut or styled.
  • Body piercing jewelry is not permitted while on campus. Tattoos must be covered while on campus, and during all school-related events off campus, including during participation in athletic events. Chains or necklaces, if worn, are not to be visible.
  • The final decision as to what constitutes acceptable dress and grooming rests with the principal. Students and parents who have questions regarding the acceptability of certain types of clothing and grooming should consult with the principal before appearing in school with them.

Body Art:

Body art, including stick-on tattoos, henna tattoos, and permanent tattoos, ink or markers, are not permitted. These infractions may warrant a detention or suspension.

Jewelry:

The wearing of jewelry is discouraged but is limited to the following: 
  • wristwatch (no smart watches including fitbits); make sure watches are set not to beep during the school day. 
  • small cross or religious medal on a chain
  • one pair of earrings - not dangling or hoops; boys are not permitted to wear earrings
  • one religious bracelet is acceptable

Cosmetics:

The wearing of cosmetics/makeup is not acceptable. Students are not allowed to wear nail tips, acrylic nails, or any type of artificial nails. Students are not permitted to wear nail polish. No mascara or lipstick is allowed. 

Skirts/Jumpers/Shorts:

The length of girls’ skirts must be no more than 3 inches above the knee. Girls may not roll their skirts or shorts. The uniform will be checked regularly.

Shoes: 

Students cannot wear buckle shoes. Students in grades K-2 can wear a brown or black non-scuff tie or Velcro closure shoe. Students in K-2 cannot wear loafers or Sperry-style shoes. All other grades may wear a solid black or brown non-scuff tie shoe, Jungle Moc, or loafer. Shoes may not be cloth, canvas, boot style, or heels. No HeyDudes, Vans, or similar style shoes. All shoes must be cut below the ankle. 

Socks:

Students' socks (PK-8th) must be navy or white crew socks. No quarter crew or ankle socks. Socks must be plain. No logos, decorations, or sports socks.

Girls (K-8th) may also wear solid navy or white knee highs, solid navy or black tights, or solid navy or black ankle length leggings with their skirt or jumper. No pajama pants or sweatpants.

Grades K-8 Generally

The Saint Ursula School sweater and/or 1/4 zip sweatshirt is the only one that may be worn in Grades K-8. The sweater may be crew neck, V-neck or cardigan. The Saint Ursula School crew neck embroidered sweatshirt may be worn in all grades and may be worn in place of the sweater or 1/4 zip sweatshirt. These items MUST be purchased at Flynn O’Hara. Students are not permitted to wear hoodie sweatshirts inside the building. Please put names on all clothing. 

PK Regular School Uniform and Gym Uniform for Grades K-8:

  1. Gold Saint Ursula T-shirt
  2. Optional Summer Uniform: Blue Saint Ursula nylon shorts (optional beginning of school through October 31st and beginning again on April 15). Shorts must be no more than three inches above the knee. 
  3. Sweatpants with the Saint Ursula School logo (to begin November 1st through April 14th should you decide not to wear the optional summer uniform prior to November 1st and after April 14). 
  4. Optional: crew neck embroidered St. Ursula sweatshirt or St. Ursula ¼ zip embroidered fleece pullover. 
  5. Non-slip tennis shoes (good athletic tie shoe with treads - no Keds).

Standard gym uniforms are ordered through Flynn O’Hara or Sportsline.

Kindergarten Girls:

  1. Jumper
  2. White, short sleeve or long sleeve blouse with Peter Pan collar (no puff sleeve or bands around the sleeves) with the jumper. 
  3. White, short sleeve or long sleeve golf shirt with solid navy pull-up pants with elastic waist (no extra pockets), or solid navy slacks. The golf shirt is not to be worn with the jumper.
  4. Optional Sweater: the Saint Ursula School navy blue, crew neck, V-neck, or cardigan sweater with the school name embroidered on it.
  5. Optional Sweatshirt: Saint Ursula School crew neck embroidered sweatshirt or ¼ zip, St. Ursula embroidered fleece pullover. Either may be worn in place of the sweater.

Kindergarten Boys:

  1. White, short sleeve or long sleeve golf shirt
  2. Solid navy pull-up pants with elastic waist (no extra pockets) or solid navy slacks. 
  3. Optional Sweater: the Saint Ursula School navy blue, crew neck, V-neck, or cardigan sweater with the school name embroidered on it.
  4. Optional Sweatshirt: Saint Ursula School crew neck embroidered sweatshirt or ¼ zip, St. Ursula embroidered fleece pullover. Both may be worn in place of the sweater.

Girls Grades 1-5

  1. Jumper
  2. White, short sleeve or long sleeve blouse with Peter Pan collar (no puff sleeve or bands around the sleeves) with the jumper.
  3. White, short sleeve or long sleeve golf shirt with solid navy slacks (no corduroy or cargo pants). The golf shirt is not to be worn with the jumper.
  4. A belt (plain navy, black or brown - leather or cloth) is to be worn with all slacks for students in grades 2 through 5.
  5. Optional Sweater: the Saint Ursula School navy blue, crew neck, V-neck, or cardigan sweater with the school name embroidered on it.
  6. Optional Sweatshirt: Saint Ursula School crew neck embroidered sweatshirt or ¼ zip, St. Ursula embroidered fleece pullover. Either may be worn in place of the sweater.

Boys Grades 1-5

  1. White, short sleeve or long sleeve golf shirt
  2. Solid navy blue slacks (no corduroy or cargo pants).
  3. A belt (plain navy, black or brown - leather or cloth) is to be worn with all slacks for students in grades 2 through 5.
  4. Optional Sweater: the Saint Ursula School navy blue, crew neck, V-neck, or cardigan sweater with the school name embroidered on it.
  5. Optional Sweatshirt: Saint Ursula School crew neck embroidered sweatshirt or ¼ zip, St. Ursula embroidered fleece pullover. Either may be worn in place of the sweater.

Girls Grades 6-8

  1. School uniform skirt
  2. Button-down solid colored Oxford blouses (white or pastel colors).
  3. Solid navy blue slacks. A belt (plain navy, black or brown - leather or cloth) is to be worn with all slacks.  Slacks can be worn with button-down oxford blouses (white or pastel colors). No cargo pants or corduroys. 
  4. Optional Sweater: the Saint Ursula School navy blue, crew neck, V-neck, or cardigan sweater with the school name embroidered on it.
  5. Optional Sweatshirt: Saint Ursula School crew neck embroidered sweatshirt or ¼ zip, St. Ursula embroidered fleece pullover. Either may be worn in place of the sweater.

Boys Grades 6-8

  1. Solid khaki or navy blue slacks. A belt (plain navy, black or brown - leather or cloth) is to be worn with all slacks.  Slacks can be worn with solid colored button-down oxford shirts (white or pastel colors). No cargo pants or corduroys. 
  2. Button-down solid colored oxford shirts (white or light pastel colors).
  3. Necktie or bow tie (mandatory with dress slacks).
  4. Optional Sweater: the Saint Ursula School navy blue, crew neck, V-neck, or cardigan sweater with the school name embroidered on it.
  5. Optional Sweatshirt: Saint Ursula School crew neck embroidered sweatshirt or ¼ zip, St. Ursula embroidered fleece pullover. Either may be worn in place of the sweater.

Optional Summer Uniform in Lieu of the Regular School Uniform:

  1. Long shorts (walking shorts, not cargo pants - Solid navy or khaki - to be purchased from Flynn O’Hara).
  2. Pre-K - Optional summer uniform as outlined under the “Gym Uniforms” section.
  3. Grades K-5 – White, short sleeve knit golf shirt with shorts as described under item number 1.
  4. Grades 6-8 - Button-down solid colored oxford shirt/blouse - white or pastel colors - with shorts as described above.
  5. Grades 2-8 must wear a belt with walking shorts (plain navy, brown or black - leather or cloth).
  6. Grades 6-8 - Necktie is optional for the summer uniform

Dollar Days

“Dollar Days” are scheduled at different times during the school year. There are some clothes that are not appropriate on these days such as but not limited to: 

  • Tank tops, crop tops, halter tops, tube tops, or spaghetti strap shirts
  • Shirts that are so short the abdomen or back skin will show when the student either reaches up or bends over
  • Pants/shorts that do not come to the waistline
  • Pajama pants
  • Jeans with holes, rips, or tears, either purposeful or pre-bought
  • Leggings or yoga pants for girls unless the top comes down to the middle of the thigh
  • Excessively short skirts or shorts that are unacceptably short in length so that they cover too little of the thigh
  • Very tight or bare apparel 
  • Clothing that is unhemmed or torn
  • Undergarments may not show through clothing 
  • Flip-flops, heels, backless shoes, and wedges

Clothing may not contain logos, pictures, cartoons, slogans, writing, or images that are offensive, political, harassing, or discriminatory in nature. If a student forgets a Dollar Day parents are not allowed to bring a change of clothing. Students will not be permitted to change clothes. If a Dollar Day is scheduled for a day that a student has gym, they should wear appropriate sports clothing and non-skid tennis shoes. If an out of uniform day occurs during our winter uniform time period, long pants must be worn; no shorts are allowed. Students not in proper attire will receive a Uniform Infraction Notice and a parent may be contacted.  

School Spirit Assembly

Students may wear Spirit Wear or school colors (blue/gold) once a month for the Spirit Assembly. School spirit wear is available through our school uniform vendors. Students are permitted to wear their spirit wear with the school gym pants or gym shorts depending on the date. Students may wear flannel pants with the SUS logo.  Students not in proper attire will receive a Uniform Infraction Notice and a parent may be contacted.  

Where to Purchase

Flynn & O'Hara

Order Here

North Plaza Shopping Center                                                     

8868 Waltham Woods Road                                                     

Baltimore, MD 21234

410-828-4709                                                                

Sportsline (Gym Uniform ONLY)

ORDER HERE

8001 Harford Road

Parkville, MD 21234

410-882-8001