Halloween Costume parade

As per guidelines of our Safe and Caring Schools’ policy – http://www.sd42.ca/assets/media/Policy-9410-Safe-Caring-and-Healthy-Schools.pdf

It is important to remember, that with Halloween approaching, we need to consider our children’s costume choices.

1. If students are going to wear a costume, they must wear it to school.  Students will not be permitted to change at school. Students must be able to wear their costume inside or outside, at recess/lunch, at gym, etc.
2. No masks or full face painting will be allowed; however students can have “limited” makeup like whiskers, freckles, eye make-up, etc.  We want to be able to recognize the student at all times!
3. Costumes must not be too scary or inappropriate for the school environment. Please no gory (blood!) or grotesque costumes. 
4. No props are allowed. (no swords, weapons, etc.)
5. The school is not responsible for costumes that are torn or damaged while at school. Parents are encouraged to remember that students at school can be very physical during recess and gym.
6. It often rains in Maple Ridge on Halloween. Don’t forget that students go outside at recess rain or sunshine.
7. Students must wear shoes that are appropriate and safe for school.
8. Costumes should not interfere with the ability of a student to go to the bathroom by themselves.
9. Costumes are to be respectful of all cultures and ethnicities
10. Nothing violent, offensive or insensitive is ever appropriate

Thank you