ALL YEARS: SCHOOL UNIFORM UPDATE
School uniform is an important part of being a student at Mod. It teaches students to dress smartly and have pride in their appearance. The school uniform helps build a sense of belonging and the sense that we are all here together. It creates an identity for the school in the community, and by wearing it appropriately, it demonstrates the school’s value of Respect for Self. The school is a multicultural campus and appropriately wearing the uniform demonstrates the school’s value - Respect for Others - our fellow students. It also teaches students the appropriate standard of dress for a ‘business casual’ work place and supports a transition to a young adult ethos. The school uniform allows all students to fit in regardless of circumstances.
Please find attached the latest PMS Uniform Policy. This includes only items currently available and will be updated toward the end of the year.
Recent changes to the policy regarding items for Senior School and changes to the jacket have been consulted through the P&C, School Board and student groups. Changes to the girls concert dress have been consulted through the Music Department and Friends of Music. The Uniform Policy has been endorsed by the School Board.
The Uniform Shop and the Second Hand Uniform Shop are available to assist with items to be purchased. Parents experiencing financial hardship with regards to the uniform should contact Student Services for assistance.
All students are required to observe the Uniform Policy. The school provides students with many opportunities beyond the curriculum and ask that students Respect the Space – by wearing the uniform appropriately. Students have been made aware of the consequences of loss of Good Standing if the policy is not adhered to. Students are expected to wear the formal uniform to formal assemblies, school events and co-curricular activities where appropriate, Sphinx breakfasts, school photos, meeting members of the community and other events as requested.
New clothing items for 2021
New items for senior students; a girls skirt and boys shirt, are designed to encourage a sense of identity as a senior student and to support the young adult ethos.
The jacket for all years will be changed to a more stylish, sleek design suited to all day wear with the outdoor tour jacket used outside only from 2021.
The concert dress will be changed to a top and trousers.
New items will be advertised to parents and students later in the year and will be optional next year for existing students.