Dear Crescent Harbor Elementary Family:

We are approaching the end of October, and many families celebrate Halloween by dressing up in costumes and collecting candy.  Students are allowed to wear costumes to school on Halloween, and I want to share guidelines for dressing up on Halloween, October 31, at Crescent Harbor Elementary.

• Students may dress up in Halloween costumes, pajamas, sports jerseys, or typical clothes.

• Student faces must be visible, so no masks or face paint.

• Costumes may not include blood, weapons, or other violent themes.

• Students must be able to sit at their desk and participate in classroom learning activities, so no inflatable costumes, helmets, or accessories.

• Students may not bring candy to school as an exchange or a gift. 

• The principal reserves the right to determine if a costume is not school-appropriate and will contact parents for a change of clothes if necessary.

I am aware that some of our students watch movies and play video games with themes that are more violent than we allow in school. Because we have students as young as 5 years old and want all students to feel safe, we strive to create a “G-rated” environment in school. Rather than dressing up as a violent or scary person for school, students might consider dressing up as a character from a favorite book, a sports hero, a historic figure, or some other person or animal that fits within the school’s guidelines.

Please reach out with any questions. We look forward to a fun Halloween at CHE!

Sincerely,

Bill Weinsheimer

Principal