Dress Code

• Solid khaki (tan) dress pants are required.
• Pants must be worn at the waist and fit properly—no oversized, undersized, or sagging styles.
• A belt must be worn.
• Pants may not have emblems, patch pockets, rivets, or decorative stitching.
• Corduroy, cargo, jogger, and jean-style pants are not permitted. 

• Students may wear the Lake Catholic-approved Glen plaid skirt, purchased through Schoolbelles.
• Skirts must be worn no shorter than three inches above the knee and should fit appropriately—skirts may not be rolled, undersized, or oversized.
• Tights/Leggings must be worn at all times.
• Repeated issues with skirt compliance may result in a student being required to wear alternate uniform options. 

• A short- or long-sleeved polo shirt in green, gray, white, or black with the official Lake Catholic logo is required.
• Polos must be purchased from the Lake Catholic Spirit Store AND tucked in at all times. 

• Students may wear a uniform sweater or quarter-zip over the polo.
• The polo must still be worn underneath.
• Any outerwear worn during the school day must be uniform-approved and purchased from the Lake Catholic Spirit Store. 

• Students may wear clean, well-kept footwear that is in good condition and appropriate for school.
• Not permitted: flip-flops, Crocs, shoes with wheels or lights, open-toed shoes, slippers, backless shoes, or any loud/distracting styles.
• Solid-colored socks in green, gray, black, or white must be worn.
• Final decisions regarding footwear appropriateness rest with the school administration. 

• All legwear must be full-length and solid gray or black in color.
• Tights/leggings must be opaque, free of holes or rips, and not made of sheer material.
• Solid-colored socks (gray, white, or black) must be worn at all times. 

Jewelry and makeup must be modest and appropriate for a school setting. Students may wear up to three earrings per ear. A single clear nose stud is permitted. 

The following are not permitted:

• Excessive or distracting bracelets, necklaces, or accessories
• Fad or unnatural hair colors (e.g., blue, purple, pink, green, orange, red, etc.) or extreme hairstyles, including tinsel and other add-in extensions
• Visible tattoos
• Septum or other facial piercings beyond the permitted clear nose stud 

• Solid khaki (tan) dress pants must be worn.
• Pants must be worn at the waist and fit appropriately—no oversized, undersized, or sagging styles.
• A belt is required and must be worn at all times.
• Pants may not include emblems, patch pockets, rivets, or decorative stitching.
• Prohibited styles: corduroy, cargo, jogger, or jean-style pants. 

• Students must wear a short- or long-sleeved polo in green, gray, white, or black with the official Lake Catholic logo.
• Polos must be purchased from the Lake Catholic Spirit Store AND must remain tucked in throughout the school day.
• POLO REQUIRED at all times. 

• Students may wear a uniform sweater or quarter-zip over the polo.
• The polo must still be worn underneath.
• Any outerwear worn during the school day must be uniform-approved and purchased from the Lake Catholic Spirit Store. 

• Students may wear clean, well-kept footwear that is in good condition and appropriate for school.
• Not permitted: flip-flops, Crocs, shoes with wheels or lights, open-toed shoes, slippers, backless shoes, or any loud/distracting styles.
• Solid-colored socks in green, gray, black, or white must be worn.
• Final decisions regarding footwear appropriateness rest with the school administration. 

• Facial hair must be neatly groomed and maintained at all times.
• Hair must not extend below the top of the collar, cover the ears or eyes, and should maintain a clean, professional appearance.
• Ear piercings are permitted: studs only, one per ear. 

NOT PERMITTED

• Fad or extreme hairstyles
• Unnatural hair colors (e.g., blue, purple, pink, green, orange, red)
• Ponytails, mohawks, faux-hawks, hard carvings, or designs
• Sideburns extending below the earlobe
• Ear gauging/stretchers
• Visible tattoos 

On designated Mass days, female students are expected to dress in a manner that reflects the dignity of the celebration and the values of Lake Catholic High School. 

SKIRTS 

• The Lake Catholic-approved Glen plaid skirt may be worn with tights/leggings of solid black or gray color.
• Skirt length must be no shorter than 3 inches above the knee.
• Undersized or oversized skirts are not permitted. 

PANTS 

• Khaki (tan) dress pants may be worn.
• Pants must fit properly at the waist—no sagging or oversized styles.
  A belt is required and must be worn at all times.
• Prohibited styles: pants with emblems, patch pockets, rivets, designs, loops, corduroy, cargo, jogger, or jeans. 

SHIRTS

• A white, long- or short-sleeve Oxford-style button-down dress shirt or blouse is required.
• Shirts/blouses must be tucked in and may have no more than two buttons unbuttoned at the top.
• Undersized or oversized shirts/blouses are not allowed.
• A plain white t-shirt may be worn underneath, but the sleeve length must match that of the uniform shirt. 

SHOES/SOCKS 

• Students must wear clean and polished leather or suede dress shoes in brown, black, gray, or white.
• Not permitted: high heels, platform shoes, moccasins, sandals, slippers, boots, or athletic shoes.
• Opaque tights in green, gray, black, or white must be worn with the skirt. Tights must be plain and free of patterns or designs. 

On designated Mass days, male students are expected to dress in a manner that reflects the dignity of the celebration and the values of Lake Catholic High School. 

PANTS

• Khaki (tan) dress pants must be worn.
• Pants must fit properly at the waist—no sagging or oversized styles.
• A belt is required and must be worn at all times.
• Prohibited styles: pants with emblems, patch pockets, rivets, designs, loops, corduroy, cargo, jogger, or jeans.

SHIRTS

• A white, long- or short-sleeve Oxford-style button-down dress shirt is required.
• Shirts must be fully buttoned and tucked in during the school day.
• Undersized or oversized shirts are not permitted.
• A plain white undershirt may be worn underneath, but it must not extend beyond the sleeves of the dress shirt.

TIES

• A necktie or bow tie must be worn properly with the white Oxford dress shirt. 

SHOES/SOCKS

• Students must wear clean and polished leather or suede dress shoes in brown, black, gray, or white.
• Not permitted: construction shoes, moccasins, sandals, slippers, boots, or athletic shoes.
• Plain socks, extending at least 2 inches above the ankle, must be worn with dress shoes. 

Students must wear approved Lake Catholic spirit wear purchased from the Spirit Store or a school-approved team or club shirt. A Lake Catholic shirt, sweatshirt, or sweater is required. Midriffs must be covered; cropped tops and short skirts showing the waist are not permitted. 

Acceptable options include jeans, sweatpants, athletic pants, wind pants, capris (below the knee), khakis, corduroys, or cargos—all in good condition and free of holes.  

The following are not permitted: shorts, skirts, leggings, yoga pants, or any spandex-style bottoms. 

Students may wear casual shoes, gym shoes, or sandals—as long as they are clean, in good condition, and appropriate for school.