Baccalaureate Mass
Senior Days
These practical sessions are geared to prepare seniors to step into the independence of college life. The dates are:
Senior Exams:
Friday, May 16 – Full school day, exams for B3, B4 classes
Monday, May 19 – Full school day, exams for A3, A4 classes
Tuesday, May 20 – B1, B2 exams and early dismissal
Wednesday, May 21 – A1, A2 exams and rehearsals after lunch
Dress Code
Ladies’ Semi-Formal Attire
Dress Length
Dresses should be knee-length or longer. Hemlines should reach at least to the top of the knee.
A gown may be worn but is not required; other acceptable semi-formal options for girls are a dress or skirt with a fancy blouse.
Slits in dresses should not extend higher than the top of the kneecap.
Neckline and Bodice
Necklines should be modest and must leave no more than 4-5 inches bare chest between the collarbones at the sternum and the top of the dress; no cleavage may show.
Backs of dresses should fall no lower than 6-8 inches from the nape of the neck.
Strapless dresses, spaghetti straps, off-the-shoulder styles or one shoulder styles are permitted.
Midriff and Cut-Outs
Dresses should not expose the midriff or have cut-outs that reveal the stomach or sides.
Sheer fabrics over these areas are also not permitted.
Fabric and Fit
Dresses should be made of opaque materials; sheer or see-through fabrics are not allowed unless they are used as an overlay with a modest lining underneath.
The fit of the dress should not be excessively tight. Dresses should allow for
comfortable movement and should not cling excessively to the body.
Shoes
Dress heels or dressy flat shoes are required
Athletic shoes and overly casual shoes are not permitted.
Ensure shoes are comfortable and safe for dancing and walking. Shoes must be worn at all times.
Accessories and Additional Attire
Shawls, boleros, or wraps must be worn to the event, and if needed, during the dance, over ladies’ dresses or gowns.
Gentlemen’s Semi-Formal Attire
Suits and Blazers
A suit or a blazer is optional.
Shirts
A dress shirt is required.
Sleeveless shirts are not permitted.
Shirts should be buttoned up and tucked in at all times.
Ties and Bow Ties
A tie or bow tie is required.
Pants
Dress pants are required. Chinos or khakis are also acceptable.
Jeans and shorts are not permitted.
Pants should fit properly and not sag below the waistline.
Shoes
Dress shoes are required. Ensure shoes are polished and in good condition.
Sneakers, sandals, or other casual footwear are not permitted.
Accessories and Grooming
Belts or suspenders are required.
Ear piercings are not permitted.
Accessories must complement the attire and be modest in appearance.
Excessive and/or gaudy accessories are not permitted.
Grooming should be neat and presentable. Please adhere to the Parent and Student Handbook “ Gentlemen's grooming code"