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Saints / OLP Freshman and Sophomore MORP

"Neon"

Friday, May 13, 2022

St. Augustine Commons

6:30pm - 10:00pm

Dress Code: Semi-Formal*

*Dress Code: Semi-Formal attire that is inappropriate for the occasion or deviates from modesty in the judgment of a school administrator may result in being denied admission. Attire must represent the modesty acceptable for a Catholic school dance.

Each year, the most difficult task for administrators is the determination of modesty for students at school dances. Traditional interpretations are often at odds with fashion and cultural trends.

Modesty is admittedly a subjective interpretation, but one which we have a duty to uphold. Students should, therefore, err on the side of modesty and formality and not put school administrators in the difficult position of upholding school standards. We thank you in advance for your cooperation and respect for the school dance rules.

1. The MORP Dance is a semi-formal event. Attire should reflect more a formal family occasion (like a formal wedding) rather than a night on the town or at a dance club.

2. For ladies, a tasteful, elegant dress, pantsuit, or jumpsuit for a Catholic school dance is required.

- Dresses may not be shorter than 4 inches above the knee. This includes any slit.

- Dresses that are too revealing, are skin tight or form-fitting, expose the midriff or cleavage, or are too short in length are not appropriate.

- Dresses may not be backless (below the elbow), may not be see-through or have cut-outs. Please be modest with sheer material. A sheer layer that reveals more than 4 inches above the knee or a low cut neckline is not acceptable for a Catholic high school dance.

- Dresses and jumpsuits may not be strapless.

3. Gentlemen are required to wear a long sleeve, button up, collared shirt. They must wear dress pants or slacks (no jeans) with a belt or suspenders and a vest, sports coat, suit, or formal sweater. They must wear dress shoes. Shirts should remain tucked in for the duration of the Ball.

4. Students who are dressed inappropriately (which is determined at the discretion of the administrator/teacher at the event) will be denied admission without a refund.

For questions contact: Kate Crachy at kcrachy@sahs.org or Janene Palafox at jpalafox@sahs.org