Kids these days. When I was their age, I had to walk barefoot through the snow (uphill, both ways!) to school, naturally, but when I got there, the rule was that we could share any food as long as we brought enough for the whole class. In our modern world, this hasn’t been the case for a while. Serious food allergies have become prevalent and with them, a change in the rules about what is acceptable for class parties. With its focus on food, Halloween is a prime time to enforce such rules. Foods made with peanuts have long been on many lists of restricted items, but coworkers have also mentioned that chocolate and even candy in general are banned in the schools their children attend. With all health issues it’s better to be safe than sorry but it means we have to get creative. So sound off! What are the rules in your district, and what party snacks do you send your kids in with? — Sarah C.