Hello and welcome to Week 3.  Today I assisted the photographer from QLD Photography as he took our group photos, like our Grade 6 Cohort, our Eistedfodd Choirs, the Nalgaray group and Les Stagg Football team, to name a few.  It is always a tricky day for uniforms, especially for students who represent our school in many ways, some had to change into 4 different uniforms! 

The wardrobe changes were certainly impressive but how the students wore their uniforms with pride was particularly humbling. Our partnership and communication with families assist us greatly on days like this so I thought I might remind us all of our Uniform Policy, which can be found in our handbook and also on our school website. 

The Holy Spirit Catholic School uniform should be worn with pride on all occasions. It is the collective responsibility of all (parents, students and staff) to ensure the Code of Dress requirements apply to every student.

Currently, the most common breach of uniform is the wearing of jewellery/accessories and incorrect socks and shoes. I draw your attention to the following:

C. Jewellery

Students may wear:

• A watch.

• A religious necklace (crucifix, holy medal or scapular) is to be removed while undertaking physical activity.

• One earring per ear. All earrings must be studs or sleepers which are plain (eg: birthstone, silver or gold)

• No dangling earrings (A reminder that sleepers may be dangerous in some games and activities)

E. Uniforms

I have taken the liberty of summarising the footwear for all students:

White short socks (must be visible above the ankle)
Black leather shoes (for Formal uniform)  black leather joggers (for either uniform)

Children MUST NOT be at school with:

• coloured varnished nails

• hand drawings or writing on skin

• tattoos or decals

The School Administration reserves the right to insist on appropriate hair design, cut and colour. The criteria are that such things be modest and in keeping with the need for uniformity and in an effort to comply with health standards (eg. hair tied tightly to reduce of risk of headlice).

• Hair attire eg. ribbons, scrunchies/clips must be red, white or teal in colour. Bands to fasten hair may be the same colour as hair.

Thank you for your support of our Uniform policy, it is much appreciated.

Have a great week.

Nicole