Monsignor McClancy Memorial High School
Dress Code
The dress code is intended to instill a traditional sense of professionalism, pride and respect.
Appropriate and acceptable dress creates an atmosphere conducive to learning.
All students are required to wear the school uniform. Students must purchase all uniform
items from Flynn & O’Hara, Inc. (800)441-4122 Flynn O’[Link] in the Atlas Mall in Glendale
The authorized school shoe may be purchased at Flynn O’Hara or at Da-Bar Too Shoes on
Grand Avenue in Maspeth.
Gym Uniforms and McClancy attire may be purchased at On-line McClancy Bookstore or call
the Main Office (718-898-3800) and make an appointment for the In-school Campus Store.
All students are required to wear their School ID/ Lanyard at all times when they are in the
building.
In preparation for the school day, students are to report to school and to leave the school in
complete compliance with the dress code, i.e., students are not permitted to enter or leave
the school building or the school grounds without wearing dress shoes. Students participating in
athletics/extracurricular activities are required to change back into their school uniforms before
leaving the school.
9th, 10th and 11th Grade Girls
Shirt: Only the approved McClancy long or short sleeve white oxford shirt may be worn and
must be purchased through the uniform company. Shirts must be tucked in at all times. No
garment underneath the shirt shall be visible. Black McClancy polo shirt may be worn during the
months of September, May and June. Undershirts may be worn underneath the polo shirt;
however, long sleeves are not permitted underneath the short sleeve polo shirts.
Sweater: Only the approved red or black McClancy long sleeve V-neck sweater or cardigan
sweater may be worn, or the approved half zip, or crew neck sweatshirt which can be purchased
in the campus store.
Skirt: Only the approved McClancy solid tan, grey or black kilt skirts may be worn and must be
purchased through the uniform company. Skirts must be worn at the waist and extend to the
knee. Skirts are never to be rolled up.
Slacks: Only the approved McClancy solid tan, grey or black low rise dress slacks may be worn
and must be purchased through the uniform company.
Shoes: Only the approved official McClancy shoes provided by Da-Bar Too Shoes may be worn
or the solid black Eastland lace up dress shoe, Eastland loafer. NO OTHER SHOE IS
PERMITTED.
Socks: solid white, grey or black tights or knee socks must be worn
Jewelry: Excessive jewelry is inappropriate for school. One earring in each earlobe may be
worn. Earrings larger than a quarter may not be worn.
Hair should be neatly kept and not a distraction. Unnaturally styled or colored hair is not
permitted. Wide headbands, scarves or bows are not permitted.
Makeup must be subtle and business appropriate. (Glitter and dark makeup are not allowed.)
Body piercings, except for one earring in each earlobe, are not permitted while in school.
Hats may not be worn in the building.
Jackets or coats of any kind may not be worn during the school day and must be stored in your
locker.
Tattoos cannot be noticeable while wearing school uniforms (ex. Hands, wrists, neck, face etc.)
12th Grade Girls
Shirt: Only the approved McClancy long or short sleeve white oxford shirt may be worn and
must be purchased through the uniform company. No garment underneath the shirt shall be
visible. As a privilege; Seniors may wear the black, white or red McClancy long sleeved polo
from the uniform company. McClancy short sleeve polo shirts may be worn during the months of
September, April, May and June only. Undershirts may be worn underneath the polo shirt,
however long sleeved shirts are not permitted underneath the short sleeve polo shirts. Shirts
must be tucked in at all times.
Sweater: Only the approved red or black McClancy long sleeved V-neck sweater, cardigan
sweater or vest may be worn or the approved half zip, or crew neck sweatshirt which can be
purchased in the campus store.
Skirt: Only the approved McClancy solid tan, grey or black kilt skirts may be worn and must be
purchased through the uniform company. Skirts must be worn at the waist and extend to the
knee. Skirts are never to be rolled up.
Slacks: Only the approved McClancy solid tan, grey or black low rise dress slacks may be worn
and must be purchased through the uniform company.
Shoes: Only the approved official McClancy shoes provided by Da-Bar Too Shoes may be worn
or the solid black Eastland lace up dress shoe, Eastland loafer. NO OTHER SHOE IS
PERMITTED.
Socks: solid white, grey or black tights or knee socks must be worn
Jewelry: Excessive jewelry is inappropriate for school. One earring in each earlobe may be
worn. Earrings larger than a quarter may not be worn.
Hair should be neatly kept and not a distraction. Unnaturally styled or colored hair is not
permitted. Wide headbands, scarves or bows are not permitted.
Makeup must be subtle and business appropriate. (Glitter and dark makeup are not allowed.)
Body piercings, except for one earring in each earlobe, are not permitted while in school.
Jackets or coats of any kind may not be worn during the school day and must be stored in your
locker.
Tattoos cannot be noticeable while wearing school uniforms (ex. Hands, wrists, neck, face etc.)
9th, 10th and 11th Grade Boys
Shirt: Only the approved McClancy long or short sleeve white oxford shirt may be worn and
must be bought through the uniform company. Solid white dress shirt and standard dress tie is
required with the tie pulled up to a buttoned collar (9th grade boys must wear the black or red
McClancy ties). Black McClancy polo shirts may be worn during the months of September, May
and June only. Undershirts may be worn underneath the polo shirt, however long sleeved shirts
are not permitted.
Slacks: Only the approved McClancy solid tan, grey or black dress slacks may be worn and
must be purchased through the uniform company. Leather solid color dress belt is required.
Shoes: Only the approved official McClancy shoes provided by Da-Bar Too Shoes may be worn
or the solid black Eastland lace up dress shoe, Eastland loafer. NO OTHER SHOE IS
PERMITTED. Dress socks are required.
Sweater: Only the approved red or black McClancy long sleeved V-neck sweater, cardigan
sweater or vest may be worn or the approved half zip, or crew neck sweatshirt which can be
purchased in the campus store.
Students are to be clean shaven and sideburns cannot be longer than the bottom of the earlobe;
however, moustaches are permitted.
Hairstyles must be appropriate to the professional school atmosphere. Hair must be neatly
trimmed and be of an acceptable length and acceptable style. Hair cannot be longer than the
bottom of the shirt collar. No numbers, symbols, lines, words, dyes, severely shaved styles or
extremes (Mohawks, faux-hawks, etc.)
Tattoos cannot be noticeable while wearing the school uniforms (ex. hands, wrists, neck, face,
etc.)
Body piercings, except for one earring in each earlobe, are not permitted while in school.
Hats may not be worn in the building.
Jackets or coats of any kind may not be worn during the school day and must be stored in your
locker.
12th Grade Boys
Shirt: Only the approved McClancy long or short sleeve white oxford shirt may be worn and
must be bought through the uniform company. Solid white dress shirt and standard dress tie is
required with the tie pulled up to a buttoned collar. As a privilege, Seniors may wear the black,
white or red McClancy long sleeved polo from the uniform company. McClancy short sleeve
polo shirts may be worn during the months of September, April, May and June only. Undershirts
may be worn underneath the polo shirt, however long sleeved shirts are not permitted
underneath the short sleeve polo shirts. All shirts must be completely tucked into the pants.
Slacks: Only the approved McClancy solid tan, grey or black dress slacks may be worn and
must be purchased through the uniform company. Leather solid color dress belt is required.
Shoes: Only the approved official McClancy shoes provided by Da-Bar Too Shoes may be worn
or the solid black Eastland lace up dress shoe, Eastland loafer. NO OTHER SHOE IS
PERMITTED. Dress socks are required.
Sweater: Only the approved red or black McClancy long sleeved V-neck sweater, cardigan
sweater or vest may be worn, or the approved half zip,or crew neck sweatshirt which can be
purchased in the campus store.
Students are to be clean shaven, and sideburns cannot be longer than the bottom of the
earlobe; however, moustaches are permitted.
Hairstyles must be appropriate to the professional school atmosphere. Hair must be neatly
trimmed and be of an acceptable length and acceptable style. Hair cannot be longer than the
bottom of the shirt collar. No numbers, symbols, lines, words, dyes, severely shaved styles or
extremes (Mohawks, faux-hawks, etc.)
Tattoos cannot be noticeable while wearing the school uniforms (ex. hands, wrists, neck, face,
etc.)
Body piercings, except for one earring in each earlobe, are not permitted while in school.
Hats may not be worn in the building.
Jackets or coats of any kind may not be worn during the school day and must be stored in your
locker.
Students not conforming to certain aspects of the dress code, along with repeated
offenses of the dress code, will be sent home and a parental interview required. Dress
code regulations are subject to change.
Dress Down Day Dress Code
Throughout the course of the year, there are days in which the students are not required to wear
their school uniforms. (School Spirit Days, Walkathon, Dress Down Days, etc.…) Students are
still expected to dress in a manner that adheres to a traditional sense of professionalism, pride
and respect. All attire must be appropriate and not cause a distraction or disruption to the
academic environment. On regular Dress Down Days, students may dress casually. (Jeans, t-
shirts, sweatshirts, sneakers) Torn articles of clothing, distressed/ripped jeans, revealing or low
cut blouses, bare midriffs, tank or crop tops, clothing with inappropriate words or images are not
permitted. Students may NOT wear shorts or pants that would be deemed “athletic attire.” (i.e.
leggings, sweatpants, spandex, etc.) Flip flops and/or backless shoes are never to be worn in
the school environment.
