Our Halloween dance is set for October 24 (5:00 - 7:30 pm), and we are looking forward to a great event!  This is our first evening dance of the year, so we are hoping that you can support your child to help prepare.  Some important information/ reminders:  

• The cost to attend this dance is $4; students can sign up to attend in the school Foyer at lunch and after school (Monday Oct. 21 - Wednesday Oct. 23rd).  Please contact Ms. Hornby, Mr. Jensen or Mr. Rachid by Wednesday should you wish your child to be exempt from the fee.  Attendance is tracked on Thursday. 
•  Be at school to be at the dance.  Students must be present for all classes on October 24 unless they have a medical/dentist appointment. "Regular" attendance in classes since the beginning of the school year is also a determining factor in being a guest at school dances; extenuating circumstances such as illness or family events will be taken into consideration. 
• Faces must be clearly visible.   
• Dress in school appropriate costumes or black and orange as possible. Costumes must be respectful, school appropriate, and not include face masks, weapons, profanity, or disrespectful cultural interpretations. 
• Students are to come to the dance to enjoy time with friends and to dance. Be present with each other in a positive way – phones and all bags/ purses are to be put in lockers upon arrival and students will not have access to them for the whole dance. Surround yourself with people who you have positive relationships with…and dance.   
• Plan to stay for the duration of the dance. Students are expected to stay at the dance once they arrive. If a student needs to leave early, s/he/they must have written parent permission to leave at a specific time, arranged prior to arrival at the dance.  
• Food and drink need to be consumed in the front foyer. Students are encouraged to bring a water bottle. Limited snack choices will be available for purchase for $1 or $2.  Any proceeds go to SJAM toy and food drive.  Bringing small change is helpful - pockets are also helpful as there are no bags, purses etc..  Please bring money with you as you won’t be able to go to lockers during the event.

Please also remind students to ensure they have a safe way to get home following the dance.