On Thursday, Oct. 26, a magical evening began as students brewed up candy, crafted eerie delights, hosted thrilling games, and served treats fit for a coven’s celebration. For the past 15 years, Brentwood High School has been the place to be for a Halloween extravaganza like no other. Once again, students gathered from 6 – 8 p.m. to continue to host their beloved tradition, Safe Halloween.
As students walk into Brentwood High School. It’s like you’ve entered this, spooky dimension. The lights are low, and there’s this mysterious vibe with streamers and spiderwebs hanging around, giving off major Halloween vibes.
The air is filled with the sound of music playing on the loudspeakers, enhancing the overall festive experience.
Everyone from clubs to students and parents joins in on the action. Kids lit up the event with awesome costumes, teachers and students pitched in, making sure everything ran smoothly. As students and parents gather there’s a sense of unity and familiarity, making safe Halloween not just a school event but a cherished community tradition.
This recognition fosters a warm and welcoming atmosphere, encouraging everyone to actively participate in the festieves.
“We send flyers to the elementary school to promote safe Halloween and they sent a message on parent square to advertise,” Mrs. Rivas said, the National Honor Society advisor.
Safe Halloween at Brentwood High School ensures a controlled monitored setting. With Teachers, Volunteers, and security on board, it’s like having an extra layer of protection. Moreover, the familiarity of the school adds a comforting element to parents who worry about the trouble that might come with Halloween day celebrations elsewhere.
So not only is it a worry-free experience it’s also a secure familiar setting for everyone involved.
Sophomore Maham Farooq believes, “Halloween can be safe if you follow basic precautions like using reflective gear, stay in well-lit areas, and check your candy,” said Maham Farooq, a sophomore. “I wanted to ensure a safe and enjoyable Halloween for our high school community and the most rewarding part was seeing everyone come together in a fun and secure environment.”
From planning to decorating and to executing the National Honor Society takes the role of making safe Halloween a success every year. They not only organized the event but also made sure the hallways were decked out in spooky decorations and planned fun activities for everyone. They also have other clubs helping with the event.
“The event has always been a success,” said Mrs. Cereola, National Honor Society advisor.
Clubs like Senior Class, Spanish Honor Society, SHPE, ROTC, Multi-Cultural Club and many more has stations and areas to do activities and Tri-M and ROTC used the cafeteria to do a dance party. Students United provided fake tattoos and sticker art.
Kids at Safe Halloween were having the time of their life especially maneuvering through a maze. Copa spicing it up with a blend of soccer and bowling, scoring goals and strikes to keep everything rolling. Adding a sprinkle of magic, they even got to whip up and sip on their edible potions, Maing the event a perfect mix of fun and enchantment.
The candy distribution stole the spotlight. Energetic volunteers, armed with bowls of treats, brought smiles to the faces of costumed kids. They made sure the kids spoiled their sweet tooth like VIPs, giving them all-access pass to the candy extravaganza.
“We collected 25,000 pieces of candy, everyone helps even the community,” Rivas said. “We had a whole shopping cart full, where it came to a point where it was overflowing,”
As we dive into Halloween spirit its also important to recognize the not so spooky side, the potential dangers. Statistics and stories point to potential dangers like dark streets and unexpected mishaps.
According to Halloween Health and Safety Tips, more accidents are likely to occur on Halloween night than any other day of the year. “Most 62% child pedestrian traffic fatalities occur midblock, rather than at an intersection, make sure kids know not to cross the street between parked cars or out driveway or alley ways to stay safe.” Said American Academy of Pediatrics.
As the Halloween season comes to an end, let’s not just cherish the memories but carry on this tradition. Let’s carry forward the spirit of inclusivity and safety, ensuring that every child can enjoy the magic.
