Greeley West held its annual Trick or Treat Street from 5 to 7 p.m. on Wednedsay with the help of the student council. All kids 11 and under were welcome to come and trick or treat as Greeley West students dressed up in costumes with their clubs and sports to hand out candy. For the children and the parents it was a safe and fun way to get their Halloween candy and for the students it was a chance to give back to their community.
McKenzie Wimby, sophomore representative for Student Council, really found the value in Trick or Treat street stating that, “It helps kids from all over the community find a place to connect, and it helps them see what the high school that they might end up at actually looks like, and the clubs got to represent all of their values to the community.”
Teacher at Greeley West and sponsor of FBLA and DECA Ms. Julie Ratliff agreed with this sentiment towards the night and reflected on how valuable it was for the younger members of the community to interact with the older kids. She stated that, “I think it’s a great way to give back because younger kids who are there trick or treating get to see the high schoolers that they already look up to, even if they don’t realize it yet. I think people forget that you can give your time just as much as you can give your money. Those two hours just hanging out seeing all the kids dressed up is really valuable.”
Keeley Beecher, another sophomore STUCO representative, explained the Student Council’s intentions in running Trick or Treat Street every year and what they’re hoping all those participating will get out of it. She explained that, “It’s meant to be a safe environment where parents can take their kids to trick or treat inside where it’s warm, safe, and that isn’t on Halloween night. For students and club members it’s a chance to dress up and have fun while also getting volunteer hours.”
Overall, Trick or Treat Street serves as a positive experience every year as all the kids are getting their candy, and Greeley West students get a chance to give back to their community.
