Dress Code

The purpose of the dress code at Arlington Catholic is to develop in students a sense of pride in themselves and in their school. Cleanliness and neatness are important. Students are expected to come to school dressed in a manner that reflects good grooming, moderation and refinement.

Specific guidelines are as follows:

ALL STUDENTS
1. A knit shirt(polo), long or short sleeve in navy, gray or white
2. A sweatshirt(depending on weather) in navy or gray
3. Turtleneck in white, navy or black
4. Docker style dress slacks(navy, khaki, black); (jeans, warm-ups, cargo pants, etc. are NOT allowed)
5. Appropriate shoes or dark-colored sneakers with socks must be worn(flip flops, sandals, slippers, backless shoes etc. are not allowed)
6. All of the above(except slacks) must have an AC insignia on them

EXCEPTIONS
The Principal, Vice-Principal, or Dean of Students may make exceptions to this dress code. They have the right to make the final decision on what is considered appropriate dress.

The dress code is in effect from the time the 7:45 bell rings until dismissal time. Any violation of the dress code warrants a detention.

During the school year, there will be times when the student body has permission to be out of uniform. In these cases a student is expected to be dressed in appropriate attire. Students may be sent home if not dressed properly.

THE FOLLOWING CLOTHING IS NOT ACCEPTABLE AT ANY TIME; INCLUDING "TAG DAYS";
* half or midrift shirts of any kind
*tee shirts advertising alcohol/drugs or containing vulgarities
*short skirts, short shorts or cutoffs of any kind
*hats and sunglasses are never allowed during the school day
*any other clothing deemed inappropriate by the faculty or administration