Libertyville Elementary School to Celebrate Halloween with Parties, Parades

Parading around their schools in costume and holding classroom parties are all a part of celebrating Halloween on Monday, Oct. 31, in Libertyville Elementary District 70, according to a news release.

Students at Adler Park School will begin the parade at 12:25 p.m. and walk around the school’s playground blacktop with Principal Kerri Bongle. Parents are welcome to come and watch the parade. The school is located at 1740 N. Milwaukee Ave.

Then, at 12:45 p.m.students will attend an assembly by Randy Bernstein, “Chicago’s Premier Entertainer and Magician.” Classroom parties will be held from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Look for Principal Candice Kehoe and Assistant Principal Kristi Patterson to lead off the parade at Butterfield School, 1441 W. Lake St., at about 1 p.m., according to a news release. Classroom parties will be held throughout the afternoon, featuring activities, games and treats.

Copeland Manor School students will have their "Spooky Stroll" around the neighborhood at 12:45 p.m., lead by Principal Lori Poelking and Assistant Principal Steve Feldman, according to the news release. Students will then watch a video and return to their classrooms at 1:30 p.m. for parties. The school is located at 801 S. Seventh Ave.

The parade around Rockland School, 160 W. Rockland Road, will kick-off with Principal Jeff Knapp leading kindergarten through fifth grade students at 1 p.m. Students will change into their costumes at the school after lunch. Classroom parties will commence at 1:30 p.m., following the parade.

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