Halloween Guides

Halloween can be a fun and exciting time for many of our students.  To ensure that celebrations at school are safe and enjoyable for everyone, we kindly ask for your support in helping children follow the District’s guidelines for costumes on Friday, October 31st.

Although the District does not have an official Halloween policy, we ask all families to follow these guidelines to help create a safe, respectful and inclusive environment:

• Students must be identifiable and visible at all times
• Masks are not permitted. Face makeup is allowed as long as the student remains easily recognizable.
• Scary clown costumes are not permitted.
• Costumes that depict violence, alcohol, or drugs are not appropriate.
• Fake weapons of any kind are not allowed.
• Costumes should not be provocative, sexual in nature, or use inappropriate props.
• Costumes must allow students to move safely through the school and outdoor spaces.

Please keep in mind that even well-intentioned costumes can sometimes cause others to feel scared, upset, or excluded. Two guiding questions may help when choosing a costumes to wear to school:

• Does this costume depict or perpetuate a stereotype or stigma associated with a particular race, culture, religion or gender?
• Could the costume be considered offensive to a particular race, ethnicity, religion, or gender?

We encourage students to choose costumes that are creative, fun, and celebrate imagination while ensuring that everyone feels safe and respected.  Thank you for helping us make this Halloween a positive and inclusive experience for all students.