Dress Code
Greensburg Central Catholic Junior-Senior High School is committed to the affirmation of the self-worth of each person. We believe that the style of dress influences the students’ self-concept, so a dress code has been instituted. Enrollment at Central signifies the intent of each student to abide by the standards set forth. Final decisions on dress code applications will be the sole responsibility of the school administration. At all times, the administration reserves the right to evaluate and critique an individual student’s interpretation of the dress code policy as evidenced by his/her appearance at that time. Final interpretation will be at the discretion of the administration. Please see below for dress code guidelines.
- Hoodies/outerwear are only permitted when traveling from building to building. They should not be worn in classrooms, hallways, the cafeteria, or any other area of the building.
- Team dress downs (sports, clubs, etc.): teams will be permitted to dress down only twice per season. Teams may dress down on senior night and the day of their first playoff game. Teams are expected to all wear the same sports uniform top or team spirit wear with their school uniform bottom.
- Students are expected to be in compliance with the dress code at all times during the school day. Students out of compliance will face disciplinary action.
- GCC has two official uniform providers. These are the only two companies authorized to provide embroidered uniform pieces.
- Land’s End: www.landsend.com Preferred school code: 900149006
- Log Cabin Embroidery: http://www.logcabinembroidery.com 1616 McClure Road, Monroeville, PA 15146 (724)327-5929
- When ordering uniforms, please keep in mind that the shirts, blazers, sweaters, skirts, and pants must be worn for four years and must fit appropriately according to the guidelines below.
2022-2023 Uniform Policy
ALL STUDENTS
All students must have at least one Oxford dress shirt and a maroon washable blazer, both embroidered with GCC crest. These must be worn on “dress shirt and tie” days. We will make every effort to mark these days on the school calendar posted on our website. Students should also listen to daily announcements as changes in our schedule are often unavoidable.
LADIES
| Blazer REQUIRED | Maroon only. Black is no longer an approved part of the uniform. Must be embroidered. Purchase from Log Cabin |
| Dress Shirt REQUIRED | Purchase at Land’s End or Log Cabin. Colored or laced shirts are not permitted to show underneath the uniform shirt. |
Polos REQUIRED | Purchase at Lands’ End or Log Cabin Embroidery. Senior High – maroon or white only. Junior High – gray only. Must be embroidered. May be short or long sleeved. No performance or dri-fit material permitted. |
Skirts/Skorts | Purchase black at Lands’ End* only. Purchase plaid from Log Cabin or Lands’ End. Box Pleat or A-Line style. Top of Knee. No tight or stretch fabric. |
Pants | Purchase at Land’s End. Solid black pants only. Tan pants are NO longer part of the uniform. We strongly recommend that pants be purchased from our Land’s End store. If you choose to purchase elsewhere, they must follow the guidelines below or you run the risk of the pants not being approved. Chino style-tailored/straight leg. No bell bottoms. No ankle or capri pants. Must fit properly to the top of the shoe. No elastic tops. No denim, spandex, or cargo pants. No leggings or tight/form-fitting pants. |
| Belts | Solid black, preferably leather. If there are belt loops, a student must wear a belt. No added buckles or adornment. Purchase anywhere |
| Sweaters Optional | Purchase at Land’s End or Log Cabin Embroidery. Maroon only. Must be embroidered. The uniform polo must be worn underneath the sweater. |
1/4 Zip Top Optional | Purchase for $40 from the GCC Spirit Wear Store. Maroon. The polo must be worn underneath. |
Shoes | Solid black-shoes, soles, and laces. Conservative style-worn below the ankles. No flip-flops, boots, heels, slipper style, crocs, or similar casual styles. Purchase anywhere |
Socks | Solid black. Must fit above the ankle. No tights. Purchase anywhere |
Hair/Grooming | Must be neat and clean. No extreme hair styles, un-natural colors, spiked hair, Mohawks, or cut in logo designs. |
Other | Makeup must be tasteful & appropriate (as deemed by the administration). No visible tattoos or visible body piercings other than earrings. No baseball caps, hats, bandannas, or excessive jewelry. |
GENTLEMEN
| Blazer REQUIRED | Maroon only. Black is no longer an approved part of the uniform. Must be embroidered. Purchase from Log Cabin. |
| Dress Shirt REQUIRED | Purchase at Land’s End or Log Cabin. |
Polos REQUIRED | Purchase at Lands’ End or Log Cabin Embroidery. Senior High – maroon or white only. Junior High – gray only. Must be embroidered. May be short or long sleeved. No performance or dri-fit material permitted. |
Pants | Purchase at Land’s End.Solid black pants only. Tan pants are NO longer part of the uniform. We strongly recommend that pants be purchased from our Land’s End store. If you choose to purchase elsewhere, they must follow the guidelines below or you run the risk of the pants not being approved. Chino style-tailored/straight leg. No bell bottoms. No ankle pants. Must fit properly to the top of the shoe. No elastic tops. No denim, spandex, or cargo pants. |
Belts | Solid black, preferably leather. If there are belt loops, a student must wear a belt. No added buckles or adornment. Purchase anywhere |
Sweaters Optional | Purchase at Land’s End or Log Cabin Embroidery. Maroon only. Must be embroidered. The uniform polo must be worn underneath the sweater. |
1/4 Zip Top Optional | Purchase for $40 from the GCC Spirit Wear Store. Maroon. The polo must be worn underneath. |
| Ties REQUIRED | Plaid for all gentlemen. Available from Log Cabin, Lands’ End, at the main office for $18.00 at the beginning of school. This is the only tie that may be worn. |
Shoes | Solid black-shoes, soles, and laces. Conservative style-worn below the ankles. No flip-flops, boots, heels, slipper style, crocs, or similar casual styles. Purchase anywhere |
Socks | Solid black. Must fit above the ankle. No tights. Purchase anywhere. |
| Hats/Caps | No baseball caps, hats, or bandannas may be worn in the building. |
Grooming | Hair may not fall below the shirt collar. Facial hair must be kept trimmed and neat. No extreme hair styles, Mohawks, or cut-in logo designs. Not permitted are visible tattoos and body piercings other than earrings. No excessive jewelry. |
*All uniforms must be in good condition – frayed, torn, or ripped uniforms are not permitted.
DRESS DOWN DAYS
***The following are NOT permitted for Dress Down Days:
BOYS: Ripped, torn jeans/pants, any sleeveless shirts or tank tops, clothing with inappropriate pictures/sayings, hats (of any kind), flip flops or sandals.
GIRLS: Ripped, torn jeans/pants, ANY sleeveless or low “V” neck shirts, shorts/skorts/skirts/dresses ABOVE the knee of ANY kind, (including shorts/skorts/skirts/dresses worn with tights), bare midriffs, clothing with inappropriate pictures/sayings. No flip flops or sandals.
BOYS AND GIRLS: To promote school spirit, pride, and unity, clothing with or promoting other high schools, their teams, or their logos are not permitted at any time. The exception to this policy is a cooperative sport/activity into which Greensburg Central Catholic Junior-Senior High School has entered with another school. (Example: Wrestling with Mt. Pleasant High School.)
GRANDFATHERED ITEMS – 2022-2023 Only
To assist in the transition to our new dress code, these items may continue to be worn until June 2023.
- Gray sweaters
- Black polos
- PLEASE NOTE: The black blazer, black sweater all fleece may no longer be worn.
Injuries and Uniforms
Students are required to wear their uniforms when injured unless they are unable to do so due to an injury. When it is necessary to be out of uniform, the clothing worn must be neat and appropriate. A doctor’s excuse must be provided if it is necessary for the student to be out of uniform.
A student who is out of uniform must report to the administration for an Out of Uniform excuse.
Early dismissals and late arrivals are not an excuse to be out of uniform. Athletic events are not special dress up days, regular uniforms must be worn. A note from a parent is not an excuse to be out of uniform. Only the administration may give permission for any student to be out of uniform.
