Uniforms
Children in PreK and Kindergarten do not wear uniforms; however, it is important that the youngest members of our family dress ready to play, indoors and outdoors. Flip flops and open backed sandals especially make it difficult and dangerous to run, jump, and climb.
The purpose of the uniform code is to take away distractions and undue focus on clothing and accessories. At no time is makeup allowed. Jewelry is not allowed with the following exceptions: watches, no more than two finger rings, one short necklace and one pair of small, single earrings for girls. Boys may not wear earrings.
The following is not allowed at any time: nail polish or acrylic nails, tattoos (permanent or temporary), henna or hair color, body painting, body piercing. Hair for both boys and girls must be neat and away from the eyes. Boys’ hair may be no longer than the shirt collar. Please refer to the chart below for more details.
The following items MUST be purchased from Flynn and O’Hara, our approved uniform provider: boys’ and girls’ golf shirts, long-sleeved polo shirts, gym t-shirts, girls’ jumpers and skirts, and the ‘Peter Pan’ white shirts for Lower School girls.
Starting in 2012-13, boys’ and girls’ khaki pants and shorts, navy blue mesh PE shorts and a variety of other items including belts, socks, tights, etc. MAY be purchased from EITHER Lands End OR Flynn & O’Hara.
Lands End website (You will have to sign in to the HTS section – our school store number is 900028606.)
HTS also operates a uniform exchange where HTS families can exchange uniforms no longer needed for those in the correct styles and sizes. The Uniform Exchange is a voluntary program whereby members of the HTS community donate gently used, clean uniforms. The clothing is then made available in the HTS Theater lobby for members of the HTS community. Dates are published in the Tuesday newsletter and the Main Calendar page. This program runs on the honor system with donations being made when the clothing is no longer needed, and uniforms taken when they are needed. The uniform exchange is available during the first week of school and at other times thereafter. Shirts, skirts, jumpers, pants, sweatshirts, and PE apparel are available in various sizes. For more information, please contact Harriet Winslow.
All polo and gym shirts must have the HTS logo. PE shorts and pants must be solid navy and have no other logos, insignia or stripes. Shoes must be study, black or brown, non-gym shoes. Uniform shoes include penny loafer, docksiders, dirty bucks, saddle shoes, and oxfords. Boots (high top or ankle) may not be worn. Shoes that look like tennis shoes are not acceptable. For safety reasons, heels may not be higher than 1 inch, regardless of where the heels of shoes are measured. If you have any questions, please call the Main Office at (202) 337-2339 BEFORE purchasing any uniform item.
Boys (Grades 1-8)
| Navy/white golf (long or short-sleeved) shirt with HTS logo* or navy/white turtleneck | Navy or white crew socks (must cover ankle) |
| Khaki uniform shorts or pants** | Uniform shoes (see above) |
| Black or brown belt (required for grades 3-8) | HTS sweatshirt or navy blue v-neck cardigan (optional), including those bought from the Spirit Shop |
Girls (Grades 1-4)
| Navy/white golf (long or short-sleeved) shirt with HTS logo* or white long or short sleeve blouses with a Peter Pan collar or navy/white turtleneck | Navy leggings may be worn under the jumper (optional) |
| Plaid jumper* (no shorter that 2” above the knee) or khaki uniform pants or shorts** | Uniform shoes (see above) |
| Black or brown belt (with khaki uniform pants or shorts) | HTS sweatshirt, navy blue pullover crew neck sweater, or navy blue crew neck cardigan (optional), including those bought from the Spirit Shop |
| Navy or white crew socks (must cover ankle) or tights |
Girls Grades 5-8
| Navy or white golf (long or short-sleeved) shirt with HTS logo* or navy/white turtleneck | Navy leggings may be worn under the skirt (optional) |
| Plaid skirt* (no shorter that 2” above the knee) or khaki uniform pants or shorts** | Uniform shoes (see above) |
| Black or brown belt (with khaki uniform pants of shorts) | HTS sweatshirt, navy blue pullover crew neck sweater, or navy blue crew neck cardigan (optional), including those bought from the Spirit Shop |
| Navy or white crew socks (must cover ankle) or tights |
Physical Education Uniforms
| HTS navy blue t-shirt* | Plain navy sweatpants (no logos, insignia or stripes) |
| Solid navy blue shorts (no shorter than 4” above the knee; no logos, insignia, or stripes) | HTS sweatshirt (optional), including those bought from the Spirit Shop |
| White crew socks (must cover ankle) | For girls: on swimming days, one-piece swimming suits only. |
| Gym shoes (NO black soles) |
* must be purchased through Flynn and O’Hara
** must be purchased through Flynn and O’Hara OR Lands End
Updated: September 2012