School Uniforms
Beginning Fall 2009, Children's Montessori Center will be requiring school uniforms for students
in preschool and E1 classrooms.
Children in the 2 Year Old classroom will not be required to wear school uniforms.
Why has Children's Montessori Center decided to have students wear school uniforms? Children's Montessori
Center is one of the few Montessori schools in Fargo-Moorhead to require uniforms. This decision reflects
our desire to guide students towards viewing themselves in a loving, kind way. As Montessori teachers,
we can introduce the children to many wonderful experiences and ideas because of their keen desire to learn.
Clothing articles can be distracting and may lead to an artificial sense of regard not based upon personal
characteristics, words, or actions. The values we teach the children will grow to reflect kindness and
respect for self and for all people. Thus, the children will be free to create, to learn, and to express
themselves through their words and deeds.
Our philosophy is that clothing should be constructed durably and should be free from distracting
embellishments, pictures, or slogans. Shoes should protect the feet and enable the student to play
safely and actively on the playground. Clothing should be seasonally appropriate and comfortable
regardless of the weather. Our school colors are navy blue, light blue, khaki, white, and plaid
patterns of these colors. These were selected because of the many retailers which offer high quality,
low cost clothing items in these colors, including JC Penny and Target. Suggested clothing items
include long pants, skirts, shorts, jumpers, capris, polos, cardigans, sweaters, and blouses.
Blue jeans may be worn on free-dress days only. Sample clothing items may be viewed in the school office.
Our policy on dress is intended to support active, engaged learning and play. We appreciate your
support in following these guidelines. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact
Miss Camille. Thank you!
Colors: navy blue, light blue, khaki, and white; girls may wear plaid skirts as well.
Mix and Match options in these colors can be found in the JC Penny store in Fargo or may be ordered online.
School Uniforms may be purchased at
JC Penny's website.