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CISH Uniform Policy

CISH UNIFORM POLICY 


SCHOOL UNIFORMS

The CISH uniform is an important element of school life. We believe the uniform can help to create a sense of community. When worn properly it generates a shared identity among students and can help instill a sense of pride in our school. Having a uniform helps students to focus on their work and activities while at school, rather than their appearance. It encourages positive social interactions among students by building unity rather than competition about looks. It also makes life a little easier for parents!  

 


CISH Students - Wear your uniform with pride as you represent our amazing community. 

 

Uniform items are available for online purchase directly from the supplier through their online platform.

 

Students are required to wear a school uniform at all times during the day.  The school administration reserves the right to decide if clothing and/or appearance conveys a message contrary to the philosophy of the school uniform code. 

 

Important note: All students must write their names in their uniforms.  We often find lost articles around the school and it is difficult to return them to their owner if the name is not written on the designated tag.

 


CISH Official Formal Dress Uniform (A)

The official formal dress uniform is to be worn on specific, identified occasions. For example: CISH music performances, athletic conferences, student exhibitions, school wide photo day, special award assemblies, and foreign dignitary visits.  All students are to arrive neat in appearance for these special occasions.


Formal dress uniform elements and guidelines:


  • Top: Formal white CISH uniform shirt or blouse. The shirt must be tucked into the pants. Shirts and blouses may be long or short sleeved, depending on the weather. Students choosing to wear shirts under their CISH official shirt must take note that all under shirts must be solid white in color, free of logos.

  • Additional Required Items: Tie and CISH blazer.

  • Bottom: Plaid CISH uniform skort/skirt or grey uniform pants. Grey uniform leggings may be worn with the skort/skirt in cool weather. Skorts/Skirts must be worn no shorter than the top of the knee. A black belt should be worn with pants.

  • Footwear: Formal black dress shoes are suggested. Students are not permitted to wear sneakers, sandals, flip-flops, cleats or other casual shoes with the formal uniform. Black socks should be worn with most types of dress shoes.

 


CISH Official Daily Uniform for Grades 1 to 12

The Daily Uniform for Grades 1 to 12 is to be worn on regular school days.


Grade 1 to 12 Daily Uniform elements and guidelines:


  • Top: Maroon uniform polo shirt or long sleeved shirt, depending on the weather. Shirts may be tucked in to the pants or skort/skirt or left out in a relaxed look. If an undershirt is worn, it must be plain white, grey, or black with no designs or patterns on it.

  • Bottom: Plaid or grey uniform skort/skirt, grey uniform shorts or grey uniform pants. Skorts/Skirts must be worn no shorter than the top of the knee. Students may wear white, grey or black leggings in cool weather. Leggings with non-CISH designs or patterns are not permitted. Non-uniform bottoms are not be permitted.

  • Footwear: Neat-looking sneakers or dress shoes. Students are not permitted to wear flip-flops, cleats, sandals, high-heeled shoes or open-toed shoes. Footwear should not be too extravagant. Shoes with wheels, lights or sounds are not permitted. Safety should be considered when selecting footwear. Socks should be simple white, black or grey without designs or patterns on them.

  • Additional Items: CISH hoodie, jacket, sweater and blazer are optional items that can be worn with the daily uniform. No shirts, sweaters, jackets, etc. other than official CISH clothing may be worn. On cold days students may wear a coat that is not an official CISH uniform item but this must be taken off in the building.

 


CISH Official Daily Uniform for EY

The Daily Uniform is recommended but not mandatory for EY students on regular school days.


EY Daily Uniform elements and guidelines:


  • Top: Maroon uniform polo shirt. The long-sleeve uniform polo can be worn on cold days. If an undershirt is worn, it must be plain white, grey, or black with no designs or patterns on it.

  • Bottom: Grey uniform shorts.  Long grey uniform pants can be worn on cold days. Students may wear white, grey or black leggings in cool weather. Leggings with non-CISH designs or patterns are not permitted. Non-uniform bottoms will not be permitted.

  • Footwear: Neat-looking sneakers or dress shoes.  Students are not permitted to wear flip-flops, cleats, sandals, high-heeled shoes or open-toed shoes. Footwear should not be too extravagant. Shoes with wheels, lights or sounds are not permitted. Safety should be considered when selecting footwear. Socks should be simple white, black or grey without designs or patterns on them.

  • Additional Items: CISH hoodie, jacket, track suit, sweater and blazer are optional items that can be worn with the daily uniform. No shirts, sweaters, jackets, etc., other than official CISH clothing may be worn. On cold days students may wear a coat that is not an official CISH uniform item but this must be taken off in the building.

  • Note: If students in EY wish to wear the more formal uniform worn by the upper grade levels (white top and skirt/shorts/pants - see the section above) they may do so but we generally recommend the items designated for EY so that they are comfortable throughout the active school day.

 


CISH PE Uniform for Grades 1 to 12

Students in Grades 1 to 5 should wear the CISH PE uniform to school on days that they participate in PE classes.

Students in Grades 6 to 12 should wear the CISH PE uniform during PE classes only.


Grade 1 to 12 PE Uniform elements and guidelines:


Top: CISH maroon/blue PE uniform shirt.

Bottom: CISH maroon/blue PE uniform shorts.

Footwear: Sneakers, Running Shoes or Tennis Shoes. Safety should be considered when selecting footwear.

Additional Items: The official CISH tracksuit jacket and pants should be worn with the regular PE uniform when the temperature gets cold.

 


House Spirit Days 

Students are encouraged to wear their designated House shirt or hoodie on Wednesdays in lieu of the regular uniform top. 



MYP/DP Recess 

  • Grade 6-10: The official CISH PE kit or CISH-branded sports clothing must be worn. 

  • Grade 11-12: As students no longer have scheduled PE lessons, they may wear any appropriate sports clothing. 



Special Activities

Uniforms will be worn on all school field trips except with the authorization of the Head of School and/or Principal for a specific activity that requires alternative clothing.


Students are not permitted to change out of their uniform at the end of the school day while involved in activities as a CISH student. Students should wear the appropriate athletic clothing or uniform for sports practices and games.