When the sun goes down and the moon comes out on Oct. 26, the annual Trunk-or-Treat event will begin. From 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., school clubs and organizations will distribute tricks and treats from their cars, located in the front bus lanes. Costumes are encouraged.

How do different programs approach themes, costumes, and candies?

Student Council President Tori Bazaldua: “Student Council’s theme this year is ‘Charlie Brown.’”

Texas Association of Future Educator advisor Dayna Hunter: “We are going to have a booth to give away candy, and we are doing a ‘Tangled’ theme. The kids have started– we’ve got everything planned out. Our plan is that everyone will will dress up as characters from the movie.”

Anna Tenah, co-founder of the Girlhood Club: “The Girlhood Club’s theme for truck-or-treat is ‘Barbie,’ specifically the brand’s motto that ‘Barbie can be anything.’ We chose this to show young girls that they can be anything they dream of.”

Thespians Vice President Maya Vaughn: “Our theme is really just like Halloween or spooky because the past years we’ve done more complex themes and a lot of people didn’t show up following the theme, so we just want to make it open to everybody.”

Health Occupations Students of America President Aiditi Busa: “This year, I think we’re just gonna take skeletons and things that are different like anatomical models. And then we’re gonna use those to decorate the trunk.  HOSA is like a health science related course. It’s part of the [Career and Technical Education] program at our school. So we’re just trying to play into it and promote that aspect of HOSA like throughout these events. And it kind of fits into the Halloween theme.”

How does Trunk-or-Treat tap into the Halloween spirit?

Bazaldua: “Everyone gets to dress up in costumes and most of the clubs have a somewhat spooky theme. There’s also a haunted house which plays into Halloween traditions and spirit.”

Hunter: “Just getting to be a part of the festivities and dressing up– it really get you in the spirit.”

Tenah: “Our Trunk-or-Treat promotes the Halloween spirit by bringing the community together, nurturing the imaginative minds of children within this community, and building long-lasting memories,”

Vaughn: “I really enjoy seeing what everybody wears. I think it’s such an exciting opportunity to dress up with all of your friends and also reach out to the community and know who is supporting you.”

Busa: “It’s open to the entire community, which I think is great. Like just seeing like all the little kids running around being able to interact with everyone is a lot of fun. It’s just like a really great way to bring people together and everyone has their own themes so it’s a good time.”

Why is Trunk-or-Treat an annual event?

Bazaldua: “LHS is very welcoming and loves to do things with and for the community. Trunk-or- Treat, in this case, is one of those events. It’s a safe event for every one of all ages. Kids, parents, and students love it.”

Hunter: “We always have a really good turn out for Trunk-or-Treat, and it’s a good way for clubs and organizations to get together. It’s a good chance too, to celebrate our school and the community as well.”

Tenah: “Truck-or-Treat gives everyone something to look forward to around this time of the year. Kids get candy, clubs/organizations get to show off what they’re about, and it’s just an overall fun time for everyone involved. It also promotes the drive for community impact that flows through many organizations at LHS.”

Vaughn: “I think it really is fun for the community, for all the little kids to come. My cousins are really young and they look forward to it every year. They love coming by and seeing what I do at the school and also getting all the candy, of course.”

Busa: “It’s a great way to just hang out with your friends after school and get involved in something in your community.”

Why should students show up to Trunk-or-Treat?

Bazaldua: “A lot of people our age don’t go trick or treating anymore, so Trunk-or-Treat is a great opportunity to get dressed up, go to a haunted house, and trick or treat with friends. It’s a really fun night full of Halloween and LHS fun.”

Hunter: “[Trunk-or-Treat] is a fun, way to connect with students, but also it’s in a safer environment for students to trick or treat in.”

Tenah: “Students should show up because it’s a free and fun event. You get to see the number of clubs and organizations at your school, and possibly join a few. Also, you get lots of candy, which we know many students appreciate.”

Vaughn: “I think it’s just a great way to show your, like, pride for not only your school, but what you do and what you’re involved in. Whenever you get the chance to walk around and look at all the clubs and talk to all of the people who are involved, it really opens your eyes as how many communities there are.”

What can students expect from the night?

Hunter: “There will be a lot of booths, games, and a lot of fun overall for students. It’s open to the public and kids of all ages should show up for [candy and fun].”

Tenah: “When students attend Trunk-or-Treat, they should expect a lot of people, candy, and opportunities to serve their community.”

Busa: “Expect to have fun. Have a good time. I think It’s important to bring the energy up, especially with all the younger kids around. I think it’s for the community and it’s for them to enjoy.”