El Día de los Muertos 2017

Every year, just after Halloween, Emerson Elementary sponsors a fabulous Día de los Muertos celebration.  The fun starts a couple of weeks before the actual party when everyone gathers to prep crafts and learn how to paint faces.  Here's Talia practicing with her good friend Nora.

These goofballs are adorable.

And now for the actual Día de los Muertos.  We brought another good friend Kate to join in the fun since she already had a fantastic costume left over from Halloween.

Honoring Frida Kahlo, a Mexican painter.

Annika and Frosting battle head to head as she decorates her sugar skull.

Annika for the victory.

Talia's skull was a bit more restrained, but that's not saying much.

Here's Brooklyn checking out all of the nichos, or decorative boxes honoring the deceased.

Talia created hers for Uncle Jay.


We enjoyed some great performances, plus free burritos courtesy of Ricos.

Last but not least, face painting round two.

Eli and his pal Mia, all decked out.

It's taken a while to feel integrated into Emerson Elementary.  Great events like this one are invaluable in creating a sense of school community.  Thanks to all who work so hard to make it happen!