10/28/2026
🎃 Halloween Safety Reminder
With Halloween on Saturday, October 31, we encourage our OGSD families and students to enjoy the evening safely, whether celebrating Halloween or participating in other family traditions and activities.
For families who do not celebrate Halloween, we recognize and respect that every family has its own traditions and beliefs. We encourage you to use the evening as an opportunity to enjoy time together in whatever way is meaningful to your family.
For those who will be participating in Halloween activities, please remember to:
➡️ Stay together: Young children should always be accompanied by a trusted adult.
🔦 Be visible: Use flashlights, glow sticks, or reflective materials when walking after dark.
🚘 Watch for traffic: Use sidewalks and crosswalks, look both ways, and stay alert around cars.
👻 Choose costumes wisely: Make sure costumes fit well and allow children to see and move safely. Avoid masks or accessories that can obstruct vision.
🍬 Check treats: Inspect candy and treats before eating, especially for children with food allergies.
🏡 Stay in familiar areas: Stick to well-lit neighborhoods and avoid entering homes or vehicles.
🐶 Keep pets safe: Costumes and Halloween activities can be stressful for pets, so keep them in a safe, secure place.
Above all, we wish all of our OGSD families a safe, enjoyable, and meaningful weekend, whatever traditions you choose to celebrate. Have a safe and happy Halloween! 👻🎃
