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Dress Code

Msgr. Farrell High School strives to promote in its students an attitude of self pride about dress and grooming which will result in students appearing neat and clean at all times. The purpose of the official dress code is to elevate the "look" of the Farrell student to that of a young man in a serious atmosphere, reflecting the importance of secondary education in a person's development. From September 1st to October 1st and from May 1st to the end of June, students may dress according to the "summer" dress code. This type of dress means the official Farrell short sleeved golf shirt, Farrell dress slacks, with belt, regulation shoes and full socks (not half or quarter). From October to May 1st, students dress in the "winter" dress code which consists of shirt, tie and sports jacket or official Farrell "V-neck" sweater, Farrell dress slacks, with belt, and regulation shoes and socks.

As a private school, we reserve the right to set the dress and hair policy which conforms to our philosophy and objectives. We urge parents to monitor clothing worn to and from, as well as in, school. Jackets, suits, shirts, ties, pants, etc. should be cleaned regularly and replaced when no longer presentable.

The following regulations regarding good grooming and proper dress are effective from the time a student leaves home in the morning until he returns home in the afternoon. (Students are expected to arrive fully uniformed and depart fully uniformed-no changing in the hallways, etc.)

  1. Shirts-A solid, light colored dress shirt and uniform tie are to be worn. All dress shirts are to have buttons and a full collar. Dress shirts should always be clean and pressed. Shirts are to be tucked in at all times both in summer and winter. If worn, undershirts should be plain white so that they cannot be seen through the dress or Farrell uniform shirt.
  2. Pants-All students must wear the official school dress pants which are provided by SCHOLASTIC SPECIALTY CORP. No other pants are permitted. All pants should be clean and pressed. Pants should fit properly and be worn properly. Belts, which are required, are to be visible and worn properly. Oversized, baggy or droopy clothing is not permitted.
  3. Jackets-Suit or sport jackets are to be worn. Seniors may choose to wear the official Farrell varsity sweater in lieu of a jacket. Underclassmen may choose to wear the official Farrell V-neck sweater in lieu of a jacket, or else underneath a jacket. Sweat shirts and other kinds of sweaters are not permitted at any time.
  4. Shoes-Uniform shoes (to be kept clean and polished) are the ONLY ACCEPTABLE FOOTWEAR DURING THE SCHOOL DAY. No other footwear is to be worn without a doctor's note and permission from the DEAN OF STUDENTS.
  5. Hats-All headgear must be removed before entering the building. Students may not wear hats or headbands in the building at any time, before, during or after school.
  6. Jewelry-Earrings, tongue rings or other visible pierced body parts or tattoos are not acceptable and may not be worn or displayed at any time before, during or after school. Also, it is not permitted to "cover up" earring studs with band aids, etc. Key chains, straps, etc. are to be placed out of sight and not left hanging from belts or pockets. Other forms of jewelry such as chains, nameplates, religious medals, beads etc. may not be worn or seen outside the shirt.
  7. Hair-Students are not to use hair dye, bleach or other chemicals which change the natural coloring of their hair. Hair should always be reasonably clean, combed and trimmed in a neat style. Hair should be of moderate length and not cover the ears, eyebrows or shirt collar. Sideburns are to be neatly trimmed. Facial hair is not permitted and students are expected to be clean shaven every day. Seniors, however, may wear a neatly trimmed mustache.
      Extreme or bizarre haircuts and styles are not permitted. We do not allow shaved heads, "bowl" or "mushroom head" haircuts, shaved sides with hair moussed or slicked back, letters, numbers or designs carved into the scalp, etc. The Dean's Office reserves the right to make the final judgment in these matters.

Permission to be excused from wearing the uniform must be sought in advance from the Dean of Students. Students will only be granted permission in cases of emergency or for a legitimate reason supported by a parental note. Violations of the dress code may result in disciplinary action such as detention or, in repeated cases, suspension from class and/or school.