For Immediate Release - Wednesday, August 30, 2023
Georgetown County School District’s goal is to make our campuses and Friday nights as safe as possible for everyone. Effective immediately, the following security procedures will be implemented for Friday night football games:
GCSD has requested an increased law enforcement presence for future games until further notice to include parking lot surveillance.
ALL attendees are subject to screening by security staff. The Opengate weapons detection system will be in operation at all main entrances and metal detection wands will be utilized at all entrances.
GCSD Clear Bag Procedures will be enforced at all entrances. All approved bags are subject to inspection by security staff.
GCSD will increase administration and staff presence to provide additional monitoring inside the stadium.
Students in grades 9-12 must present their current school ID if they wish to enter the stadium without being accompanied by an adult.
Students in Pre-K - 8th grade must be accompanied by an adult (21 years or older) to enter the stadium. Adults should not leave students inside the stadium with plans to return to pick them up after the game is over. Violators will be held accountable.
Re-entry will not be allowed. Attendees who choose to leave the stadium must purchase a new ticket and must be rescreened by security.
Entry gates will close at the end of halftime. No one will be admitted into the game after halftime.
Concession stands will close at the end of the 3rd quarter.
Violators of these or other safety procedures may be prohibited from attending future athletic events.