• GATEWAY MST MIDDLE SCHOOL~HOME OF THE JAGS

    UNIFORM/DRESS CODE POLICY

    Uniform Policy

    To promote a focused and respectful learning environment, all students at Gateway Math, Science, and Technology Middle School are required to adhere to the uniform policy. This policy helps to minimize distractions and foster a sense of school pride and unity. We appreciate the cooperation of students, parents, and staff in maintaining these standards.

     

    Students are required to wear a polo shirt, crew-neck shirt, or Gateway branded shirt to school. These shirts must be one solid color. No graphics or words allowed unless it is a Gateway branded shirt.

     

                   Shirts, Sweaters, and Sweatshirts:

                   6th grade: Solid color shirt colors: White or Black  

                   7th grade: Solid color shirt colors: Green or Black

                   8th grade: Solid color shirt colors: Gold or Black

    • Shirts with sleeves (long or short), collared shirt, polo shirt, crewneck, or Gateway T-shirt
    • Any colored long sleeve shirt can be worn underneath the uniform shirt
    • Any color sweater without a hood can be worn over uniform shirt
    • Solid color sweatshirts (based upon grade level) without a hood can be worn

     

    Bottoms

    • Pants: Khaki, Navy, or Black
    • Jeans: Any color (no holes or rips)
    • Shorts: any color and must reach at least mid-thigh (no holes or rips)
    • Skirts: any color and must reach at least mid-thigh (no holes or rips)

     

    Shoes

    • Closed-toed shoes such as sneakers, loafers, or flats
    • Athletic shoes are encouraged for comfort and safety
    • No sandals, flip-flops, or shoes with open toes or heels

     

    Additional Guidelines

    • No Hoodies: Hooded sweatshirts are not allowed in the building. Students may wear non-hooded sweatshirts in solid colors that correspond with their grade’s uniform colors.
    • Outerwear: Jackets and coats may be worn to school but be removed and stored in lockers during the school day
    • Accessories: Any accessories must be school-appropriate and not pose a safety risk or distraction. Beanie caps and hats are not to be worn during the school day. These items must be removed and stored in lockers.

     

    Prohibited Items:

    • No sweater or sweatshirts with hoods are allowed in classrooms
    • Shoes with wheels, flip flops, stilettos, sandals, or slides
    • Visible undergarments or noticeable absence of undergarments
    • Midriff must be covered
    • No durags, bonnets, hats, or beanie caps are allowed in classrooms
    • Sunglasses

     

     

    Compliance and Consequences:

    • Students are expected to always comply with the uniform policy during school hours.
    • Non-compliance will result in a reminder to adhere to the policy. Repeated violations may lead to disciplinary action according to the school’s code of conduct.

    If you have any questions regarding the uniform policy, contact the principal. If you need additional information on how to secure the uniform items, contact the school counselor at 314-241-2295.  We will gladly work with families to help meet our students’ needs.