UNIFORM EXPECTATIONS

As we draw near to the end of Term 2, we welcome the opportunity to reflect on Semester 1, renew our learning vision and set goals for the remainder of the year. We not only have high expectations for student learning and growth but also in their ability to get the small things right, such as wearing their uniform correctly. We regularly have conversations with students, parents and carers about the high standards that St John’s has in regards to the school uniform. In making a commitment to attend this school, the uniform policy is a key part of the whole package, this is a challenge for some students.  We aim to build students' resilience by holding them accountable for their choices in regards to the school uniform as it is these small decisions of wearing the right uniform each day that demonstrates to their teachers a commitment to their learning and to the school.  It is these small decisions that ensure their relationships remain positive and that they proudly represent St John’s in the wider community. We ask that all students return in Term 3 proudly achieving all of the uniform expectations of our school. To provide clarity, please see some of our uniform expectations outlined below:

HAIR

• Hair is to be neat and tidy
• Hair must be pulled back if it is long enough to touch the collar of the school uniform
• No rats tails or horsies (these can no longer be pinned back) 
• No extreme mullets - significant changes in length (hair must be blended)

JEWELLERY

• Maximum of two predominantly gold or silver studs or sleepers (maximum size of a 5-cent piece) in each ear (no earrings that dangle)
• Two predominantly gold or silver bracelets OR one watch and one bracelet (no leather)
• One gold or silver necklace (no leather, no pendants other than appropriate religious symbols)
• No facial piercings (clear retainers are acceptable)

SHOES

SPORT / PE SHOES

• Sports shoes - must be predominantly black or white joggers (no skate shoes)

SCHOOL SHOES

• School shoes - must be black leather lace-up

OTHER

• No colourful nail polish
• No fake eyelashes
• Students must be clean shaven

FOR EXTRA WARMTH

• The school jumper may be worn with both the school and sports uniforms
• Students may wear a plain white long sleeve top under their school shirt
• Hoodies are NOT acceptable

Please be aware that the following processes used to manage uniform will be implemented on Day 1 of Term 3 (there will be no grace period):

• Students who do not adhere to the school’s uniform policy will receive uniform withdrawals
• Ongoing uniform withdrawals will be treated as instances of defiance and will result in students being off the playground, placed on in-school withdrawals or sent home to rectify the issue.
• Students may also be placed on a uniform mentoring sheet. Uniform mentoring sheets require teachers to check uniform each period and this is then signed by parents at the end of each day.  If during this process students continue to fail to present to school in correct uniform then more serious consequences will be put in place.  

It is our goal that positive reinforcement of wearing the correct uniform will build the resilience required to achieve small expectations, a quality that is also required in any future career path. We wish you a safe and restful school holiday and appreciate your ongoing support in working with the young people in our care.

Ms Sonia Diaz

Pastoral Care Coordinator