School-Appropriate Costumes for Teachers and Students

We’re almost halfway through October, which means that you need to get your child’s Halloween costume finalized. One of the challenges that I face is finding school-appropriate costumes for my kids to wear. If you’re a teacher, you’re probably faced with the same challenge of finding a costume appropriate for school.

What qualifies as a school-appropriate costume? In my opinion, Halloween costumes for kids, tweens, teens, and teachers need to be the following things:

Simple enough to not be a pain to wear to school. No bulky parts or attachments that will get in the way.
Modest enough that you don’t have to worry about wardrobe malfunctions or school dress codes.
Clever enough that people can tell what you’re supposed to be.

While there are oodles of elaborate costumes that look incredible, I’ve found that a simple t-shirt costume can work better for school. There are some super clever and school-appropriate costumes that are hassle-free. Some require a little makeup or embellishment like a headband, but overall, these school-appropriate costumes are easy-peasy.

Here are some simple costumes to wear to school for Halloween, whether you’re a student or a teacher.

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