Vice Principal: Erla Jackett

Munden Park P.S. 515 Tedwyn Drive Mississauga, ON L5A 1J8 Phone: 905-279-9251 Fax: 905-279-2784

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Principal: T.Ajrawat

October 16, 2015

Halloween is celebrated on October 31st and our school activities will be during the week of October 26- 30. “Halloween” related activities may include: reading stories, participating in oral activities, completing fun word games, art related activities and drawings or decorating pumpkins. If your child is not able to participate in some or all Halloween related activities we will be providing alternative activities in the classroom.

Reminder to all families about our food policies. We do not allow students to bring food treats for other children. We appreciate the sentiment for sharing food at celebrations, but due to allergies we simply cannot allow this. Thanks for your cooperation!

At Munden Park Public School, children are invited to dress in fall colours, wear black and orange or wear a costume to school on Friday, October 30. When helping your child choose a costume for Halloween, please keep the following in mind. Some children enjoy creating their costumes from clothes and makeup they may have at home, instead of buying them. The traditional costumes of ghost, witch, cat, pirate, etc., are not difficult to put together with a few inexpensive accessories from a craft or dollar store. Many magazines have helpful costume ideas at this time of year. We suggest creating “non-violent costumes.” We do not allow pretend weapons of any kind (e.g. swords, hammers, guns, sticks). Masks should not be worn at school.

Kindergarten will have the opportunity in the morning to parade through the school to showcase their costumes.

If you do not want your child to participate in Halloween related activities, including the Halloween parade, then please write a note to your child’s teacher.

Thank you.

T.Ajrawat E.Jackett Principal Vice Principal PEEL POLICE HALLOWEEN TIPS

The Peel District School Board wants all children and their families to enjoy a happy and safe Halloween. Here are a few guidelines from Peel Police to assist you and your child.

Children should wear non-flammable, brightly coloured costumes. Place reflective stickers on the front and back of the costume for better visibility.

Using face paint or make-up makes it easier for children to see where they are going than wearing a mask. If your child will be wearing a mask, cut large eye openings and push the mask up on the child's head while walking between houses.

Trick or treat while it is still light out, or carry a flashlight and visit only well-lit homes.

Talk to your child about the importance of waiting until you have checked the treats before eating any of them. If your child has a light meal before trick or treating, that will make it easier to resist the temptation of eating unchecked treats. When you check your child's treats, discard apples and popcorn, unless they were given by a well-known neighbour.

Make sure your children understand they should accept treats at the front door only, and never go inside a house.

When going door to door, children should travel in a group accompanied with at least one adult.

Tips for being a smart trick-or-treater

Halloween is a fun and exciting time, but safety should be the number one concern. Here are some safety tips for children:

1) Wear a properly fitted costume that is bright and non-flammable. Use reflective tape on your costume so you can be seen in the dark. 2) Use face makeup or enlarge the eyes on your mask so you can see well. When wearing a mask, push it up on your head while walking. 3) Teach children to visit the front door of well-lit homes and never go inside. 4) Help your child plan a route and a time to be home. 5) Remind children to always walk on the sidewalk, and obey traffic and pedestrian signals. 6) Have an adult check treats at home before allowing children to eat them. 7) Younger children should go trick-or-treating with an adult. Older children are reminded to trick-or-treat in groups. 8) Teach children their home phone number and how to call 9-1-1 if they have an emergency or become lost.