Uniform Dress Code and Buying Guide
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Revised: August 25, 2011
Lower School Dress Code: Grades 1 - 4
School uniforms are to be worn each day unless a note is sent home regarding a non-uniform day.
Since the Lower School functions on a trimester system, uniform changes will coincide with the quarter changes in the Upper and Middle Schools. Dates for a change in uniform will be provided during the school year.
Reminder: Each uniform is distinct. There may be no mixing or matching. Both uniforms are to be properly worn: tucked in, neat, clean and mended. Hats or caps may not be worn in the building. For girls, no jewelry other than normal earrings, necklaces, finger rings, and bracelets are permitted.
Warm Weather Uniform for Boys and Girls (First and Fourth Quarters)
White polo with Summit logo. Only plain white short-sleeve T-shirt may be worn underneath.- Navy shorts or Navy slacks with belt loops (boys - flat or pleated front; girls - mid-rise or pleated front), worn with a brown, navy or black belt.
- White, black, gray or navy socks; must be visible above the top of the shoe.
- Sturdy brown, black, gray or navy shoes or athletic shoes. No sandals, shoes with wheels, slippers, moccasins, boots of any kind, clogs, open-toe or open-heel shoes.
- Optional: Sweatshirt/fleece - gray, navy, or white - with Summit logo, may be worn over the polo.
Winter Weather Uniform (Second and Third Quarters)
Girls
White Peter Pan collar knit shirt with Summit logo, short or long sleeve, or white oxford button-down collar blouse with Summit logo, long or short sleeve.- Blue plaid jumper or Navy slacks with belt loops (mid-rise or pleated front), worn with a brown or black belt. No pants or sweatpants may be worn under the jumper.
- White, black, gray or navy socks, tights or leggings; socks must be visible above the top of the shoe.
- Sturdy brown, black, gray or navy shoes. No athletic shoes, sandals, shoes with wheels, slippers, moccasins, boots of any kind, clogs, open-toe or open-heel shoes.
- Optional: Sweatshirt/fleece - gray, navy, or white - with Summit logo.
- Optional: Gray or navy vest, long-sleeved V-neck or crew-neck sweater with Summit logo.
Boys
White oxford cloth button-down shirt with Summit logo above pocket, long or short sleeve. Only a plain white short-sleeve T-shirt may be worn underneath.- Summit tie is provided by Lower Division Administrative Assistant. Additional ties may be purchased.
- Navy slacks with belt loops (flat or pleated front), worn with a brown, navy or black belt.
- White, black, gray or navy socks; must be visible above the top of the shoe.
- Sturdy brown or black shoes. No athletic shoes, sandals, shoes with wheels, slippers, moccasins, boots of any kind, clogs, open-toe or open-heel shoes.
- Optional: Sweatshirt/fleece - gray, navy, or white - with Summit logo.
- Optional: Gray or navy vest, long-sleeved V-neck or crew-neck sweater with Summit logo.
Spirit Days: Fridays are Spirit Days at The Summit. Students are permitted to wear white, black, gray, navy or Summit blue athletic team or club tops and sweatshirts. These tops should represent the school. Students should continue to wear the uniform shorts, slacks or jumper, appropriate socks, footwear, etc. Spirit wear is for tops only.
Middle School Dress Code: Grades 5-8
There are two approved uniforms which will be the daily attire, except for occasional out-of-uniform days designated by the administration. The warm weather uniform will be acceptable for the first and fourth quarter. It is the student’s responsibility to see that a proper uniform is ready for daily use. Reminder: Each uniform is distinct. There may be no mixing or matching unless specifically allowed below. Both uniforms are to be properly worn: tucked in, neat, clean and mended. Hats or caps may not be worn in the building. For girls, no jewelry other than normal earrings, necklaces, finger rings, and bracelets are permitted.
Warm Weather Uniform-Girls and Boys (First and Fourth Quarters)
White polo with Summit logo. Only plain white short-sleeve T-shirt may be worn underneath.- Navy shorts or Navy slacks with belt loops (boys-flat or pleated front; girls mid-rise or pleated front), worn with a brown, navy or black belt. Alternatively, girls may wear the plaid uniform skirt with the polo shirt.
- White, black, gray or navy socks; must be visible above the top of the shoe.
- Sturdy brown, black, gray or navy shoes or athletic shoes. No sandals, shoes with wheels, slippers, moccasins, boots of any kind, clogs, open-toe or open-heel shoes.
- Optional - Sweatshirt/fleece - gray, navy, or white - with Summit logo may be worn over the polo.
Winter Uniform (Second and Third Quarters)
Girls
- White oxford button-down collar blouse with Summit logo, long or short sleeve, buttoned except for the top button. A white T-shirt or turtleneck may be worn under the blouse.
- Plaid uniform skirt or navy slacks (mid-rise or pleated front and worn with a brown, navy of black belt). No pants or sweatpants may be worn under skirt. Hem of skirt should be no more than 3 inches above the top of the kneecap.
- White, black, gray or navy socks, tights or leggings. Socks must be visible above the top of the shoe.
- Sturdy brown, black, gray or navy shoes. No athletic shoes, sandals, shoes with wheels, slippers, moccasins, boots of any kind, clogs, open-toe or open-heel shoes.
- Optional: Sweatshirt/fleece - gray, navy, or white - with Summit logo.
- Optional: Gray or navy vest, long-sleeved V-neck or crew-neck sweater with Summit logo.
Boys
- White oxford cloth button-down shirt, long or short sleeve, with Summit logo above pocket. Only a plain white short-sleeve T-shirt may be worn underneath.
- Summit tie is provided through the school office. Additional ties may be purchased.
- Navy slacks with belt loops (flat or pleated front), worn with a brown, navy or black belt.
- White, black, gray or navy socks; must be visible above the top of the shoe.
- Sturdy brown or black shoes. No athletic shoes, sandals, shoes with wheels, slippers, moccasins, boots of any kind, clogs, open-toe or open-heel shoes.
- Optional: Sweatshirt/fleece - gray, navy, or white - with Summit logo.
- Optional: Gray or navy vest, long-sleeved V-neck or crew-neck sweater, with Summit logo.
Gym Attire - Students are required to change for Physical Education (PE) class. Specific dress requirements will be outlined on the first day. School-approved PE clothing will be issued from the PE department. Each student must wear sneakers; street shoes with rubber soles are not viable substitutes.
Spirit Days: Fridays are Spirit Days at The Summit. Students are permitted to wear white, black, gray, navy or Summit blue athletic team and club tops and sweatshirts. These tops should represent the school. Students should continue to wear the uniform shorts, slacks or skirt, appropriate socks, footwear, etc. Spirit wear is for tops only.
Upper School Dress Code: Grades 9 - 12
The uniform is to be worn daily, except on out-of-uniform days designated by the administration. Notes from home do not excuse a student from being out of uniform. It is the student’s responsibility to see that a proper uniform is ready for daily use. Reminder: Each uniform is distinct. There may be no mixing or matching, unless specifically noted below. Both uniforms are to be properly worn: tucked in, neat, clean and mended. Hats or caps may not be worn in the building. For girls, no jewelry other than normal earrings, necklaces, finger rings, and bracelets are permitted.]
Warm Weather Uniform-Girls and Boys (First and Fourth Quarters)
White polo with Summit logo. Only plain white short-sleeve T-shirt may be worn underneath.- Navy shorts or Navy slacks with belt loops (boys-flat or pleated front; girls mid-rise or pleated front), worn with a brown, navy or black belt. Alternatively, girls may wear the gray uniform skirt with the polo shirt.
- White, black, gray or navy socks; must be visible above the top of the shoe.
- Sturdy brown, black, gray or navy shoes or athletic shoes. No sandals, shoes with wheels, slippers, moccasins, boots of any kind, clogs, open-toe or open-heel shoes.
- Optional: Sweatshirt/fleece - gray, navy, or white - with Summit logo may be worn over the polo.
Winter Uniform (Second and Third Quarters)
Girls
White oxford button-down collar blouse, long or short sleeve, with Summit logo, buttoned except for the top button. A white T-shirt or turtleneck may be worn under the blouse.- Gray uniform skirt or navy slacks (mid-rise or pleated front), worn with a brown, navy or black belt. No pants or sweatpants may be worn under skirt. Hem of skirt should be no more than 3 inches above the top of the kneecap.
- White, black, gray or navy socks, tights or leggings. Socks must be visible above the top of the shoe.
- Sturdy brow, black, gray or navy shoes. No athletic shoes, sandals, shoes with wheels, slippers, moccasins, boots of any kind, clogs, open-toe or open-heel shoes.
- Optional: Gray or navy vest, long-sleeved V-neck or crew-neck sweater with Summit logo.
- Optional: Sweatshirt/fleece – gray, navy, or white - with Summit logo.
Boys
Light blue oxford cloth button-down shirt, long or short sleeve, with Summit logo above pocket. Only a plain white short-sleeve T-shirt may be worn underneath.- Summit tie is provided through the school office. Additional ties may be purchased.
- Navy slacks with belt loops (flat or pleated front), worn with a brown, navy or black belt.
- White, black, gray or navy socks; must be visible above the top of the shoe.
- Sturdy brown or black shoes. No athletic shoes, sandals, shoes with wheels, slippers, moccasins, boots of any kind, clogs, open-toe or open-heel shoes.
- Optional: Sweatshirt/fleece – gray, navy, or white - with Summit logo.
- Optional: Crew-neck long-sleeve sweater, gray or navy, with Summit logo.
- Gym Attire - Gym uniform consists of Summit Physical Education shirt and shorts (provided at school), white athletic socks (visible above the top of the shoe), and athletic shoes. Street shoes with rubber soles are not viable substitutes.
Spirit Days: Fridays are Spirit Days at The Summit. Students are permitted to wear white, black, gray, navy or Summit blue athletic team and club tops and sweatshirts. Students should continue to wear the uniform shorts, slacks or skirt, appropriate socks, footwear, etc. Spirit wear is for tops only. Upper School students, who have been accepted to a university, may wear the university’s top instead of Summit Spirit wear beginning the first Friday in February.
Purchasing School Uniforms for The Summit Country Day School
The Summit has contracted with the following two uniform venders. As in previous years polo shirts must be purchased from The Spirit Shop. The uniform vendors are:
Educational Outfitters
On-line at www.educationaloutfitters.com (The Summit School code: OH01047)
Retail Store: 2656 Sharon Road, Cincinnati, OH 45241 (513 771-1234)
Uniform items to purchase from Educational Outfitters include: Oxford cloth shirts and blouses, Peter Pan collar knit blouses (girls grades1-4 only), slacks, shorts, skirts, jumpers and sweaters. Accessories are also available.
Lands’ End
On-line at www.landsend.com/school (The Summit’s School code: 900054446 – use this code when shopping-The Summit receives a rebate from Lands’ End for school use)
Phone Order: 1-800-469-2222
Uniform items to purchase from Lands’ End include: Oxford cloth shirts and blouses, slacks and shorts. Logo number for oxford shirts and blouses: 003397OK
The Summit Spirit Shop
The Spirit Shop is located on the lower level of the main building. Open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 11:15 a.m. -- 1:15 p.m.
Uniform items to purchase from The Spirit Shop include: Summit logo polo shirts, sweatshirts, fleece vests and pullovers. A variety of school supplies, spirit wear, rain gear and other logo items are also available.
Uniform Resale Shop
The Resale Shop offers a large selection of gently worn Summit uniforms for a fraction of the retail price. The shop carries uniforms for first grade through Upper School. Open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 11:15 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
