General Uniform Information
Beginning with the 2011-12 school year, Magen David Yeshivah has instituted a school uniform program for grades 1 through 8. The guidelines for the program are presented below.The uniforms have been carefully selected for our students to ensure they are affordable, stylish, comfortable, and of good quality. Our choices also reflect the respectful attire suitable for a Yeshivah environment. We hope this information will clarify and make this new program as easy as possible.The Magen David uniform program will consist of specified styles of clothing to create a cohesive image for the school. The guidelines are as follows:A. Boys are required to wear designated white or light blue polo or button down shirts with either gray or navy pants. You may purchase any navy or gray pant excluding corduroys, jeans, sweatpants, or cargos.B. Girls are required to wear designated white or light blue polo or button down shirts with either gray or navy designated skirts.
- Girls in grades 1-2 may also were designated jumpers.
- Girls in grades 6-8 may only wear full sleeve or ¾ inch sleeve shirts.
- Skirts must reach below the knee but not below the calf.
C. Accessories 1. Leggings and tights: Girls may wear any brand of tights or leggings as long as they are solid and of the following colors: 2. Sweaters and Blazers: Only designated sweaters and blazers may be worn in school. 3. Sweatshirts: Children may wear only designated navy sweatshirts. 4. Footwear: Closed toe shoes or boots must be worn in school at all times. Sneakers may only be worn on gym days.Purchasing UniformsWe have created a preferred arrangement with several school uniform specialists and retailers in order to deliver the easiest and best shopping experience for you. These retailers are familiar with our program and will be offering special promotions to our parent body from time to time. You can choose to purchase uniforms in four different ways: online, mail-order/catalog, over the phone, or in person at select retail outlets.1. Online: We have partnered with two different online retailers, each carrying different products, that together feature our complete uniform program. When you enter their website, be sure to put in the special Magen David code which will take you to a special webpage displaying only approved MDY uniform products for easy reference and purchase.Cookies School Uniform Store Website: http://mdy.cookieskids.com (You can also enter the Cookies School Uniform Store at www.cookieskids.com. Use the school code MDY to get to the specific Magen David Yeshivah uniform program page.) Customer service #: 877-942-6654 Customer service email: customerservice@cookieskids.com Customer Service hours: Monday – Friday, 10am – 5pm EST Delivery turnaround: 24-48 hours Shipping: Free shipping for all orders over $25 when you use the special coupon code MDY at checkout Lands’ End Website: www.landsend.com Select “School Uniforms” from Homepage header Select “Find Your School” located on the left side of the Uniform page Search by School Name or School Code To search by School Name, enter New York and Magen David Yeshivah To search by School Code, enter our Magen David Yeshivah Code: 900142522 Customer service #: 1-800-469-2222 Customer Service hours: 24 hours, 7 days/week Delivery turnaround: 5-7 business days Shipping: Charges based on value of order (per website) (Please note that with Lands’ End there is a unisex discrepancy for some styles. Please refer to the dress code guidelines on individual product pages to confirm suitability by gender)2. Mail Order/Catalog: You can request a catalog from Lands’ End that features many of our approved school uniforms.3. Phone: You may choose to order uniforms over the phone by contacting Cookies or Lands’ End directly. Be sure to advise the agent that you are part of Magen David Yeshivah to ensure you purchase the correct uniforms.4. Retail Outlets: Several local retailers in Brooklyn have committed to sell designated school uniform apparel. Please look out for further correspondence announcing local retailers from whom you can purchase your clothing.
Uniform Policy 2011-12
Frequently Asked Questions
1. To what grades does it apply? Uniforms are required for all students in grades 1-8.
2. From where can I purchase school uniforms? We have arranged for you to purchase uniforms in any one of four different channels - retail stores, online, phone, and catalog. Please see previous pages of the Handbook for more detailed information.
3. Do I have to buy from a preferred retailer? You do not have to buy from a preferred retailer. You can buy designated school uniform apparel wherever you choose. However, the preferred retailers are well versed in our uniform policy and are therefore positioned to accommodate you best.
4. Must I buy uniforms from the designated brands only? Yes, however, boys’ pants may be from any brand as long as they are navy or gray, and may not be corduroys, cargos, jeans, or sweatpants.
5. There are styles listed under http://mdy.cookieskids.com and www.landsend.com that are not listed in the Handbook, are these styles approved? Yes. All items displayed on mdy.cookieskids.com, and the MDY shop on Lands’ End, are approved for the program. New items are occasionally added to these offerings to continuously give you an optimal selection.
6. Does the school play a role in the buying or selling of the uniforms? No. Different retailers will be carrying some or all of our uniform line and you should contact them with your shopping questions. Just as you would for purchasing any other products, you should deal directly with individual stores as they each have their own policies (returns, exchanges, etc.) to accommodate their customers.
7. How will I know what will fit my child best? Consideration has been taken to make sure that the selection of uniforms will be suitable for different body types. Just as shopping for any other clothing, we encourage you to try on the different styles offered. Try-on and return policies will vary based upon the retailer.
8. Who can I contact with questions? With purchasing details, you should be in contact with the store of your choice for inquiries. For questions on the uniform policy in general, simply email uniforms@mdyschool.com with questions and your contact information. You can also call (718) 954- 3341, Monday through Thursday. If a live person is not available, you will be directed to voicemail. Note that emails are likely to receive a more expedient response than voicemails.
9. Are the uniforms expensive? Most uniform styles range in price from $8 to $35. Additionally, depending on the retailer, sale prices may be offered on certain pieces at various times throughout the year.
