Dress Code
Cotter Students in Kindergarten-Grades 12 are required to follow the following dress code requirements.
Students at St. Nicholas Hall are not expected to follow these dress code requirements. The children should be dressed neatly and appear ready for a day filled with learning and play. All clothing should be the appropriate size, cover undergarments at all times, and be in good repair; free of holes, rips or tears. Shorts may be worn, weather permitting. A pair of shorts should be worn under dresses or skirts year-round. Shoes or sandals (no flip-flops), with socks, should be worn at all times.
Tank tops/sundresses are not allowed at any time during the school year. Please wear shorts under dresses/skirts.
Cotter Winter Dress Code (November 1-March 1)
Effective beginning January 6, 2025, Cotter students K-12 will follow a winter dress code. This includes:
Dress Code Bottoms:
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Solid colors: Black, Navy Blue or Khaki (White is prohibited)
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Casual dress pants (chinos, Dockers, etc.)
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Skirts, skorts or collared dress must have solid white, navy or black leggings underneath
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Sweatpants, yoga pants, and other athletic pants are not allowed
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No shorts are allowed during this time period
Dress Code Tops:
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Solid colors: White, Black, Royal Blue, Baby Blue, or Navy Blue
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Short or long sleeve solid polo, oxford shirt, collared blouse, or turtleneck
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Crew neck, quarter-zip , V-neck or cardigan sweater may be worn over the shirt.
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Logo must be 4” x 4” or smaller.
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No hooded sweatshirts are allowed except spirit wear on Fridays
Values
As a learning community, Cotter students and faculty have as their primary focus the academic growth of the student. Distractions such as dress, behavior, and class interruptions are to be minimized. A clear, consistently enforced dress code ensures that the focus remains on academics for all involved.
Students are to be neat, clean, modest, and respectful in their attire, reflecting a positive self-image.
Guidelines
Students may not wear jeans, sweatpants, leggings, jeggings, yoga pants, athletics shorts or pants, flannel pants, other form-fitting pants, spandex shorts, hoodies, jackets, backless shoes, slippers, or any apparel with holes or rips. Hats and sports caps are not allowed to be worn during the school day.
- Dress Code Tops for All Students
- Dress Code Pants and Shorts for All Students
- Dress Code Skirts and Skorts for Females
- Footwear
- Spirit Day Dress on Fridays
- Mass Days
Dress Code Tops for All Students
Dress Code Pants and Shorts for All Students
Dress Code Skirts and Skorts for Females
Footwear
Spirit Day Dress on Fridays
Mass Days
The Cotter Closet
The Cotter Closet, a student-operated store, is located in St. Teresa Hall at 1115 W. Broadwater (enter through Door A). We offer a wide range of products including new dress code items, spirit wear, toys, gifts, water bottles, baby items, and more. Visit us in person or shop online!