We have previewed samples and believe that the Lands’ End uniform products are superior. Lands’ End also offers some very convenient features:

o You choose the exact length of the pants, and they hem them for FREE
o Return items to a local Sears location and avoid the return shipping charge—so if you are unsure of size, buy both and return the incorrect one free of return shipping charges to the local Sears store.
o All School logos are embroidered, not silk screened….and these items can be returned too!
o Sizing to fit every body type—slim, plus, husky
o Lands’ End has “built in” fabric shrinkage in their sizing, so you should not have to size up or down to find the appropriate fit—and remember, if you wash it and are not satisfied, you can return it at anytime!
o Some items may be available at a Sears location in their Lands’ End department. You may go for sizing verification and then order the exact color and size while at the Lands’ End Shop and it will be shipped to you for FREE.

The uniform will be in place for September, 2008; however we realize that many of you have made an investment in uniforms. With this in mind, the 2008-2009 school year will be a grace period to wear either the old or new uniforms. Starting September, 2009 all students must purchase all parts of the uniform through Lands’ End.

Essentially, the look of the St. Mary of the Hills School uniform will not change….still navy and khaki skorts/pants and navy and light blue collared shirts. We have changed the gym pants for Grades 1-8 to an “athletic running pant.” Hopefully the students will be happy with this change.

ORDERING INFORMATION

· All orders must be placed with our Preferred School Number—900125816.
· All Tops (polos, t-shirts, sweaters, sweatshirts, & vests) MUST have School Logo.
· Use the Item # (listed on the detailed sheets for PreK & Kindergarten, Girl Uniforms and Boy Uniforms) in the “Search Box” on the www.Landsend.com.
· Always pick the item listed as UNIFORM when searching on the Internet (this always allows you to enter the Preferred School Number and add a logo).

You have four options for ordering (always choose the “uniform” option as it will allow you to add logo and use Preferred School number).

Lands’ End Sizing Charts
http://www.landsend.com/customerservice/size_charts/index.html

See detailed lists below of all uniform requirements for all grades...

Pre-K & Kindergarten

Girls Grades 1 - 8 & Phys Ed Uniform

Boys Grades 1 - 8 & Phys Ed Uniform

Current trends, fads and/or other influences are not acceptable. Items including, but not limited to, coloring hair, body piercing (except 2 or fewer earrings for a female), and tattoos are unacceptable. Students are not permitted to wear make-up or excessive and/or large jewelry. Boys are to wear their hair tapered above their shirt collars. At times, students will be rewarded with a uniform holiday. On such occasions, students may not wear jeans (unless specified) or clothing with inappropriate language, logos, or inferences. The
Principal reserves the right to determine the appropriateness of a trend that may infringe upon the uniform rules. Students in violation of the uniform rules may be sent home and may be asked to remain there until they comply with the school's uniform rules.

Notes:
1. Only a school v-neck navy sweater, navy blue cardigan or school fleece vest may be worn with uniforms.
2. Sweatshirts are to be worn ONLY on Phys Ed day for students in Grades 1-8.
3. Students wear school uniform 4 days and Physical Education uniform on Phys Ed day.
4. On field trip days, students are required to wear their Physical Education uniforms (unless stated otherwise by the Principal).