Apparel

We have made our dress code consistent and complementary to our educational goals. We trust that it best serves the image of Malden Catholic and our students. It is our belief that an important part of the educational experience requires a student’s attention to her personal appearance. We also maintain that our students should understand the meaning of situation-appropriate attire. Therefore, neatness and cleanliness are the prevailing considerations.

Students are required to be in dress code during the entire school day, and when they are conducting official school business.

PANTS: Chino, “Docker-type” pants or dress corduroy only. Pants must be of grey, navy, or khaki in color, free of designs or embroidery work. No jean styles, cargo or painters’ pants; no cut or altered pants. Pants with drawstring waist or banded/elastic cuffs are not allowed.

BELTS: Leather belts in black or brown must be worn. No suspenders.

SHIRTS: An MC-monogrammed solid color, long or short sleeve button-down Oxford shirt or an MC-monogrammed polo shirt, purchased only from the MC online apparel store. Shirts must be buttoned up to (but not including) the top button and must be tucked neatly in one’s pants. All students are required to own one navy blue MC polo shirt.

MC LOGO APPAREL: MC logo apparel only may be worn over a regulation MC shirt. No other fleece or apparel is authorized. Turtleneck shirts may be worn underneath a regulation MC shirt. Students may not wear “overshirts” or long sleeved T-shirts under short sleeve shirts. Hooded sweatshirts are not allowed. Winter coats are not allowed.

FOOTWEAR: Shoes or low-cut sneakers and socks are to be worn at all times. Students may not wear slippers, moccasins, or sandals. All shoes must be tied. Students may wear hiking boots during cold or inclement weather provided they are worn inside the pants and laced up.

PERSONAL APPEARANCE: Students must be clean- shaven at all times. Hair is to be neatly trimmed on all sides with the length not to exceed the top of the collar in the back and the eyebrows in the front. There are to be no ponytails, no braiding of any kind, nor are there to be any designs shaved into the head. Hair length, style, color, or cuts that present an unkempt, ostentatious appearance, or that reflect poorly on the school will not be tolerated. Students will be given a day to make the correction or face disciplinary action including suspension. Sideburns must be no longer than the bottom of the ear. No extreme hair styles or hair colors. Earrings and body piercing are not allowed (covered or uncovered). Jewelry of any kind around the neck or wrist is limited to small chains.

• Shell, rope, and large chain type necklaces and bracelets are not to be worn.
• Hats are not to be worn in the building at any time during or after school hours or at any school function.
• Tattoos: Tattoos and body scarring are highly discouraged. Any student with a previously existing tattoo must cover it at all times during the school day, and at all school-sanctioned activities.

 

 

PROVISIONAL DRESS CODE:

Spirit Day Guidelines: Students must wear a Malden Catholic shirt or sweatshirt with the school name, insignia or logo printed on it. The MC logo MUST be visible at all times. Jeans and golf shorts are acceptable. Shaving rules apply. Sneakers or regular shoes must be worn. No sandals, slippers or flip-flops. No tank tops, sleeveless shirts, jewelry, sweatpants, pajamas or gym shorts. Any student choosing not to participate must be in regular, approved clothing for the day.

Liturgies, Funerals, and Other Events: All students must wear dress shoes (no boots or sneakers), plain white dress shirts, khaki color pants, and Malden Catholic ties when the school community gathers for school-wide liturgies or other occasions as announced by the Administration. Malden Catholic ties can be purchased from the MC online apparel store. When attending school funerals or wakes or other occasions announced by the Administration students are expected to be attired in in dress pants, dress shirt, tie and sport coat. Students are expected to be similarly attired at other formal events as announced by the Administration.

 

We have made our dress code consistent and complementary to our educational goals. We trust that it best serves the image of Malden Catholic and our students. It is our belief that an important part of the educational experience requires a student’s attention to her personal appearance. We also maintain that our students should understand the meaning of situation-appropriate attire. Therefore, neatness and cleanliness are the prevailing considerations.

Students are required to be in dress code during the entire school day, and when they are conducting official school business.

PANTS: Grey, navy, or khaki-colored pants may be worn. Pants must be free of designs or embroidery work. No jean styles, cargo, yoga, or painter’s pants; no cut or altered pants. Pants are required to have a button on the waist band and a zipper. Pants with drawstring waist or banded/elastic cuffs are not allowed.

SKORTS: Skorts may be worn in place of approved pants. Skorts must be purchased only from the official MC uniform store. Skort length must reach the top of the knee when standing.

SHIRTS: An MC-monogrammed polo shirt, purchased only from the MC online apparel store may be worn. A white button-down oxford/dress shirt may also be worn under an MC monogrammed sweater. All students are required to own one navy blue MC polo shirt.

MC LOGO APPAREL: MC logo apparel only may be worn over a regulation MC shirt. No other fleece or apparel is authorized. Turtleneck shirts may be worn underneath a regulation MC shirt. Students may not wear “overshirts” or long sleeved T-shirts under short sleeve shirts. Hooded sweatshirts and hooded jackets are not allowed. Winter coats are not allowed.

FOOTWEAR: Boat shoes, flats or low-cut sneakers and socks are to be worn at all times. Students may not wear heels, slippers, moccasins, sandals or open toe shoes. All shoes with laces must be tied. Students may wear boots during cold or inclement weather provided they are neat.

PERSONAL APPEARANCE: Hair must be neatly groomed and of natural color. Final judgment about what constitutes “natural color” lies with the Administration. Students will be given a day to make the correction or face disciplinary action including suspension. No extreme hair styles or hair colors. Visible body piercing other than pierced ears, including tongue piercing, is not allowed. Hats are not to be worn in the building at any time during or after school hours or at any school function. Tattoos and body scarring are highly discouraged. Any student with a previously existing tattoo must cover it at all times during the school day, and at all school-sanctioned activities.

PROVISIONAL DRESS CODE:

Spirit Day Guidelines: Students must wear a Malden Catholic shirt or sweatshirt with the school name, insignia or logo printed on it. The MC logo MUST be visible at all times. Jeans may be worn. Yoga pants or leggings may be worn when a long shirt is worn with them. Sneakers or regular shoes must be worn. No sandals, slippers or flip-flops. No sheer or see through shirts, crop tops or tube tops, halters, spaghetti straps, or blouses that allow undergarments or midriff to be visible. No shorts (even with tights or leggings), pajamas, boxers, or sweatpants. Any student choosing not to participate must be in regular, approved clothing for the day.

Liturgies, Funerals, Semi-Formal and Other Events: Girls must wear dress shoes (no boots or sneakers), plain white dress shirts, khaki color pants or kilts, and Malden Catholic V-Neck pullover sweater when the school community gathers for school-wide liturgies or other occasions as announced by the Administration. Malden Catholic sweaters can be purchased from the MC uniform store. When attending school funerals or wakes or other occasions announced by the Administration, students are expected to be attired in the mass attire. Students are expected to be similarly attired at other formal events as announced by the Administration.