Most Eagle High students recognize that Halloween should be a nationally recognized holiday. It’s a holiday many adore as it is a day to have fun with friends, eat candy, and scare people.
“I think Halloween should be nationally recognized since a lot of people participate in the celebration including other countries besides the US,” said sophomore Miriam Filmore.
Other students believe that Halloween is a very interesting day that encourages people to step outside of their usual environment and have fun for a day. Putting on costumes can make a person feel like someone else for a day.
“I think the day of Halloween gives everyone an excuse to dress up,” said senior Hannah Petersen.
Making Halloween a national holiday encourages participation in the community and fortifies social connections. It is a very special day because many students have their own traditions and ways of celebrating.
“I celebrate with my friends and family by having dinner with special Halloween treats,’ Filmore said. “I also dress up and go trick or treating at my church and then with friends for fun.”
Different activities and celebrations are chosen by other students, which are enjoyable and fun, as well.
“I used to go trick or treating, but now I either stay home and answer the door for the trick or treaters,” said sophomore Lucy Hansen. “Sometimes I’ll hang out with friends and reuse a costume from the year before and I always try to dress up.”
Halloween should be considered a national holiday because of the number of people who celebrate it, enjoy it, and treat it as another special day. The devotion that people give to Halloween is compared to that of other holidays and fulfills the function of a holiday which is set aside for festivals and gatherings.
