Dear Parents,
In this week's newsletter we will cover uniforms and summer camp opportunities! As always, let us know if you have any questions.
Uniforms
The Cardinal Newman uniform provider is Local Boy Outfitters. They have a retail location at 419 Huger St. in downtown Columbia. We encourage new families to visit the store initially to ensure proper sizing. They are currently open Monday through Thursday, 9am-5pm, and Friday 9am-3pm. You can also purchase items on-line here. On-line purchases may be exchanged in person at Local Boy. If you have questions about sizing or specific items, you can call them at (803) 726-0144. Before making your purchase, be sure to familiarize yourself with the dress code, to ensure you are purchasing the right items and getting the right fit.
Things to note about uniforms:
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Black Polos are acceptable for seniors only. Red and gray polos may be worn by all grade levels. White polos are no longer part of the CN uniform. All polos must have the CN shield logo (the one seen at the top of this email.) Polo shirts with the block CN are no longer part of of our uniform.
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Ladies skorts and skirts are to be no shorter than 3" above the knee. We understand that all bodies types are different, and getting the length you need may require sizing up and having the skirt tailored. If you do have the length of the skirt hemmed, we suggest doing so in a way that allows for the hem to be let out as your child grows taller, to extend the life of the skirt.
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Informal attire is worn on non-Mass days; typically every day except Wednesday. Girls should wear a khaki skirt or skort (no shrter than 3" above the knee) with the appropriate colored polo (must have the CN shield logo). Boys should wear khaki shorts or pants with the appropriate colored polo (must have the CN shield logo). Tennis shoes and laces must be in solid white, black, red, or gray, or any combination of the these colors. No glitter, no patterns, etc. Socks are not to come above the knee, and socks/ tights must be in good condition (no runs or holes.) Other appropriate footwear includes dress shoes, loafers, flats, and other non-heeled slip on shoes (i.e. styles like Toms, Vans, Sperrys, Sanuks) Boots, sandals, Crocs, etc. are not permitted.
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Dress uniforms are required for all students on days we celebrate Mass; typically every Wednesday, unless noted otherwise on the calendar. The formal dress uniform for girls includes the plaid skirt, CN embroidered white button-down shirt, sweater or sweater vest, solid black tights and black dress shoes. For boys it includes khaki pants, CN embroidered white button-down shirt, CN tie or bow-tie, solid brown or black belt, dark socks and dress shoes. Boots, tennis shoes, sandals, etc. are NOT allowed on formal days.
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Only Cardinal Newman branded outerwear is allowed in the building. You may purchase these items (sweatshirts, hoodies, jackets, etc.) from Local Boy, the school Spirit Store or through your Cardinal Newman athletic team.
If you would like to bookmark the dress code for future reference, you can find it here. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask!
Summer Camps
It's not too late to sign up for a summer camp here at Cardinal Newman! There are many week-long athletic camps, two LEGO camps and a one-evening football camp next Tuesday, with our new head football coach, Cory Helms. Athletic and LEGO camps are for kids ages 5-12, and football camp is for kids going into grades 2-7.
Remember that all of these weekly emails will be archived on our here. If you need additional details or have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to us!
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