Our Lady of Mercy Academy has always had a uniform dress code. It is with RESPECT for the past tradition and PRIDE in the present association that each student is expected to conform to the uniform policy.

Make-up and jewelry may be worn tastefully, one necklace, one bracelet, one set of earrings. No body piercing other than in ears is permitted. Only one pair of earrings may be worn on the ear. No hoops, or dangling earrings are permitted. No bandanas or scarves are permitted. The Assistant Principal for Student Life handles violations.

The uniform consists of the following:

• Plaid Kilt
• Monogrammed Sweater: Oct. 1 - May 1
• Monogrammed Shirt: short sleeve - No T-shirts or turtlenecks are to be worn under the uniform shirt
• Shoes: uniform shoe is to be worn at all times - loafer or tie

• Seniors - Black
• Juniors - Grey
• Sophomores - Navy
• Freshman - Cardinal
• Stockings: flesh color
• Tights (same color as knee socks)
• Leaders Club: white sweater

Skirts are to be worn at the knee or slightly above the knee. Skirts are never to be rolled at the waist. Monogrammed shirts are to be worn with the collar down and sleeves unrolled. Full uniform must be worn to and from school.

The telephone number for Flynn and O’Hara Uniform Company is 800-441-4122 or 516-221-3006.

Dress-Up/Out of Uniform Policy:
The following is acceptable attire: Dress or skirt*, dress slacks, appropriate shirt or blouse, and proper shoes. Stockings or socks must be worn on dress-up days.

* Dresses, skirts must be knee length

The following is unacceptable attire: Jogging attire, athletic attire, stretch pants, pajama pants, and shorts. Spaghetti, halter and similar-style straps less than 2” wide on dresses, blouses, or tops. Tops that are revealing, low-cut, tight-fitting, show the midriff, or made of lycra or spandex. No sneakers, flip flops, shower shoes or slides are permitted. Jeans are not permitted at anytime, with the exception of Retreat days.

In all cases, the school reserves the right to decide what is appropriate attire.