Dress Code

The purpose of the dress code at St. James Academy includes the following:

1. To provide a uniform appearance in order to promote school identity and a sense of community.
2. To promote pride and responsibility in personal appearance.
3. To reduce the cost of buying clothes.
4. To reduce competition among students based on physical appearance.

All students are required to be in uniform each school day except on designated Spirit Days. Christian modesty and neatness in appearance are the main keys we will aspire to. Any extremes in dress or appearance will not be accepted. The administration reserves the right to make the final judgment in dress code.

Dress at School Functions

Students are reminded that the rules governing Christian modesty and pride in appearance are consistent for all school functions regardless of where and/or when the activity takes place. Students who violate these rules will be held responsible for their actions in a similar manner as if the violation occurred on school grounds during the school day.

Dress Code Violations

Students who are in violation of the dress code will be issued a Dress Code Violation. Any student who receives three (3) Dress Code Violations will be subject to disciplinary action. Any additional violations will result in discipline action. Violation totals are kept per semester.

Please Note: The Administration will be the final judge of appropriate attire and appearance. The Administration reserves the right to adjust and/or add to this dress code during the school year.  Students and parents will be notified of any changes.