Dress Code Information

Since 1852, Central Catholic High School has been the premier educational institution for producing the finest
young men in Texas. Through our Marianist charism, founded by Blessed William Joseph Chaminade, we
understand that an Integral, Quality Education is the vehicle by which we progress. A critical component of this
progress is our standard of appearance. Just as St. Paul likens our physical bodies to a temple, we expect that a
Central Man takes pride in his appearance.

The following standards are the non-negotiables that all young men agree to when saying ‘yes’ to attending
Central Catholic:

Clothes

Respect for the school community, the students themselves, and what the school is giving the students is manifested by an attitude of "dressing up" rather than "dressing down" for school. The dress code is also designed to help students develop a sense of modesty and decorum. It should educate them on what is appropriate to dress for the proper time and place.

- Collared shirt, tucked in at all times.
- Neat dress pants with a belt at all times.
- Dress shoes with socks at all times.

Hair

During the school day, a student’s hair is to be neat, clean, well-groomed, and professional in appearance. The length and bulk of the hair may not be excessive or present a ragged, unkempt appearance. Hair should not touch the eyebrows, ears, or collar. Hair must be well-kempt.

✔ Hair should not cover the ear or the eyebrows or extend beyond the back collar.

✔ Hair must be its natural color.

✔ High and tight/military styles are allowed.

✔ Unacceptable hairstyles include but are not limited to tails, streaked, patterned, lined, spiked, extreme bi-level, shaggy, trendy Mohawk hairstyles, and braided, or shaved heads. (Unless it is a protected hairstyle that falls within the guidelines and is approved by the administration).

✔ All hairstyles are subject to the discretion of the Dean of Students.

✔ Students in violation of the hair code must remedy the hair within 7 days of being notified by the Dean of Students.

✔ Faces are to be clean-shaven at all times.

✔ Sideburns should be no longer than the middle of the ear.

Miscellaneous

Outerwear

✔ The hood may not cover the student’s head while in the building.

✔ Only CCHS hoodies, hoodies of higher education (university/college), and solid-colored hoodies may be worn. Any non-CC or non-higher education logo may not be larger than 2 inches by 2 inches.

✔ A collared shirt, per CCHS standard, must be worn and tucked in underneath all outerwear. The collared shirt must be easily visible or verifiable throughout the school day.

✔ No hoodies of any kind may be worn during liturgies.

Accessories

✔ Jewelry must be simple and in good taste.

✔ Piercings and gauges are not acceptable at school or any school-sponsored activity, night or day, on or off the campus. They may not be worn under any covering, including a bandage.

✔ Chains, key chains, and/or chain wallets may not be worn during the school day.

✔ Caps and hats are not appropriate during the school day and are not permitted in the halls/buildings.

✔ The Dean of Students will keep items taken from students until the end of the school day, at which time the student may claim the item. Items not claimed will be given to charity at the end of each semester.

✔ After the second time, the item will be kept until the end of the semester or until a parent/guardian comes to retrieve it.

Mass & Other Special Occasions

✔ Oxford or broadcloth (not denim) collared, long sleeve or short sleeve dress shirts designed to be worn with a professional necktie or bow tie. Ties will be in good taste and appropriate.

✔ Proper wear is the shirt tucked in, the collar and cuffs buttoned, and the tie snug to the collar all day.

✔ Khaki, Haggar, Dockers, etc. style slacks, either plain or pleated front.

✔ JROTC uniforms will be worn as scheduled unless otherwise announced.

✔ Hoodies and other outerwear will not be worn at Mass or assemblies.

✔ Brightly-colored or loud designs will not be permitted.

Blue & White Days

Blue and White Days can increase school spirit. The following guidelines are created in that spirit:

✔ Only Blue and/or White Central Catholic High School-approved logo apparel may be worn and must be
visible: T-shirts, jerseys, polo shirts, and hooded jackets. No other color apparel is acceptable.
✔ A basketball, cross-country, or track tank top must be worn with a T-shirt underneath.
✔ Players on teams may wear their jerseys on game days.
✔ Blue jeans may be worn. Pants will have belt loops. They must be without holes or rips and must be clean.
✔ All pants are to be worn at the waist.
✔ Belts must be worn.
✔ Students who choose to wear jeans and a T-shirt may refrain from tucking in their shirts.
✔ Tennis shoes are allowed (no crocs or slides of any kind). If athletic shoes are not worn, the student will
wear shoes that conform to the regular school dress code policy for shoes. Socks must be worn with the
tennis shoes.
✔ All other rules concerning hair code and shaving are in force.
✔ A student who chooses not to participate in the Blue & White Day must abide by the CCHS dress code.

House Days

✔ Only the official Central Catholic house shirts may be worn and must be visible
✔ Blue jeans may be worn. Pants will have belt loops. They must be clean and without holes or rips.
✔ All pants are to be worn at the waist.
✔ Belts must be worn.
✔ Students may refrain from tucking in their shirts.

✔ Tennis shoes are allowed (no crocs or slides of any kind). If athletic shoes are not worn, the student will wear shoes that conform to the regular school dress code policy for shoes. Socks must be worn with the tennis shoes.
✔ All other rules concerning hair code and shaving are in force.
✔ A student who chooses not to participate in the House Day must abide by the CCHS dress code.
✔ Students who violate the House Day dress code will receive lunch detention.

Theme Days