District 7 athletic teams have kicked into gear and we are excited to cheer on our SHS Vikings, our McCracken Eagles, and our Carver Wildcats! Please review this important information D7 families and fans need to know to enjoy athletic events across D7:
Viking Football First Home Game is Friday, August 30 vs. Dutck Fork – It’s finally time for Friday Night Lights! Get your tickets at https://www.hubcitylocker.com/vikings
Viking Football Game Day Guide – This handy publication packs all the info you need to know into one place. Download it here (PDF)!
Student Attendance Guidelines – Our guidelines have been updated this year and apply to all D7 athletic events. A parent or responsible adult must accompany elementary and middle school students at athletic events. Be sure to read all guidelines below.
Clear Bag Policy - D7 events follow our clear bag policy and security screenings, which are outlined below.
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UPDATED STUDENT ATTENDANCE GUIDELINES
ELEMENTARY and MIDDLE school students must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult throughout the game. Students of this age may not
be dropped off or left unattended.
Any HIGH SCHOOL student WITHOUT their student ID must be accompanied by an adult.
High school students from schools other than SHS must sit in the visitor’s section unless accompanied by a parent or responsible adult.
NO LOITERING in areas outside of the stands. Students may purchase concessions but may not remain in the concession area during the game. After the first warning, a student may be required to leave the premises.
SECURITY SCREENINGS WITH METAL DETECTORS
District 7 conducts entrance security screenings for large public events and competitions at elementary, middle and high schools. Guests will pass through OpenGate’s walk-through weapons detection system. A global leader in high traffic screening and developed for the NFL, OpenGate’s non-invasive, free-flow system enables guests to keep their phone and keys in their pocket and walk forward.
CLEAR BAG POLICY
To enhance safety within our venues, Spartanburg School District 7 has implemented a clear bag policy for large-scale events at our schools.
The following will be permissible to carry into these facilities:
Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12”
One-gallon clear plastic storage bag (Ziploc bag or similar)
Small clutch bags, purses or wallets, approximately the size of a hand (no larger than 4.5” x 6.5”), with or without a handle or strap
Medically necessary items and diaper bags (after proper inspection)
Patrons will still be able to carry other items into venues, such as binoculars, cameras, and smart phones, but their carrying cases will NOT be allowed unless they meet the above criteria.
Seat cushions and blankets are still permitted (subject to inspection)
Working news media may bring equipment but will be subject to bag inspections
Prohibited items include, but are not limited to:
Fireworks or explosives, coolers, outside food or beverage, weapons of any kind, illegal substances, alcoholic beverages, tobacco products (all District 7 facilities are tobacco free), animals (except service animals), and any bags/packs/luggage larger than the permissible size.
