Uniforms

 

By choosing to attend Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School, each student has agreed to wear the school uniform as described below. The uniform builds a sense of community and minimizes distractions. Parents are asked to support their daughter in complying with the uniform code.

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Each school day will be assigned a red, yellow, or green designation, visible on Veracross and on the daily Student Council Instagram posts informing students of the daily events. Students who receive an initial uniform infraction will be issued a demerit and given GMAHS Loaner Uniform item, if needed, to be worn for the remainder of the day.   

• RED = Formal Uniform: for Liturgies & Special Events; to be worn all day except in classrooms, as permitted by faculty. 
• YELLOW = Standard Dress: for all regular school days
• GREEN = Casual Dress: for special days

FORMAL UNIFORM DAY (RED) Kilt or uniform pants White banded polo shirt (No blue polos) Navy blazer with emblem Navy tights (No leggings or crew socks) Penny loafers TO BE WORN ALL DAY

STANDARD UNIFORM DAY (YELLOW) Kilt or uniform pants Navy or white banded polo shirt Cardigan, ¾ zip pullover, or sweater vest Navy crew socks, navy knee-high socks, tights, OR navy leggings Penny loafers

CASUAL DAY (GREEN) Rules: Kilt or uniform pants Navy OR white banded polo shirt GMAHS sweatshirt OR GMAHS Class t-shirt Enclosed comfortable shoes (no open-toe or backless shoes)

 

Uniform Expectations

(These items are restatements of language already in the Student Handbook.)

Required Items:

• Navy blazer with emblem (worn for formal occasions such as liturgies and community assemblies)
• White and/or navy banded polo shirt  
• White polo is required on Red Days
• Plaid kilt or grey uniform pants
• Navy cardigan, sweater vest, or ¾ zip pullover
• Navy tights (Red Days), navy socks, or navy leggings
• Traditional burgundy loafers (Bass or Eastland)

Presentation & Grooming:

• Uniform must be clean, neat, in good condition, and worn properly at all times. Clothing with holes, rips, or excessive wear—including tights, socks, and other uniform pieces—is not permitted. Students are expected to maintain a neat and professional appearance at all times.
• Kilts must be of an appropriate, modest length—no more than 3" above the knee.
• If a student chooses to wear shorts underneath her uniform kilt, they are expected to be black or dark blue.
• No visible body piercings except for standard ear piercings.
• No visible tattoos while in uniform.
• Extreme hair colors and styles are not permitted. (Natural shades of brown, black, blonde, or red only)
• No colored or long-sleeved shirts under polos.
• Athletes: May change at lunch only on game days and must wear the team uniform or warm-up. No slippers, flip-flops, or slides are permitted.

Temporary Dress Code Exceptions:

• If unable to wear the uniform, a parent note is required, and an excuse pass must be obtained from the Dean of Students.
• Extended uniform modifications (more than one day) require a doctor’s note. This includes the use of non-regulation shoes, which must be dark in color if permitted.
• On occasions such as field trips, when the uniform is not worn, the moderator will determine the student dress norms.  

 

The uniform options listed below apply only to the Class of 2026, 2027, and 2028.

 

Fall / Spring Uniform

The fall/spring uniform consists of a white banded bottom polo shirt with emblem, light blue kilt or uniform pants, navy socks or tights and traditional loafers in burgundy or black (see Bass® or Eastland®). This uniform should be worn prior to November 1st and after April 15th.

• Flynn & O’Hara will now offer the V-neck button-down cardigan with the Gwynedd logo. Students have identified that this is easier to take on and off throughout the day when the weather is changeable (Sweatshirts will not be an option). 
• Flynn & O’Hara will also offer solid navy-blue leggings which are allowed on yellow days. Students may purchase leggings from other places, but they must be solid in color and must be long enough to meet the sock.
• Navy crew socks will also be sold at Flynn & O’Hara and are an option for yellow days. Again, students may purchase these from other places, but they must be solid blue. A brand logo may be visible but must be of the same color. 

Winter Uniform

The winter uniform consists of a navy blazer with emblem, navy sweater, white button-down shirt, plaid kilt or uniform pants, navy socks or tights and traditional loafers in burgundy or black (see Bass® or Eastland®). This uniform should be worn between November 1st and April 15th.

• Flynn & O’Hara will now offer the V-neck button-down cardigan with the Gwynedd logo. Students have identified that this is easier to take on and off throughout the day when the weather is changeable (Sweatshirts will not be an option). 
• Flynn & O’Hara will also offer solid navy-blue leggings which are allowed on yellow days. Students may purchase leggings from other places, but they must be solid in color and must be long enough to meet the sock.
• Navy crew socks will also be sold at Flynn & O’Hara and are an option for yellow days. Again, students may purchase these from other places, but they must be solid blue. A brand logo may be visible but must be of the same color.