Security Protocols
Security Protocols for After-School Events
The safety and well-being of students, staff, families, and visitors to our campuses is our top priority at Richmond Public Schools. We would like to share with our community that the following protocols will be in place, effective immediately, for public attendance at RPS athletics games and ticketed events.
- All game tickets must be purchased in advance through GoFan. Please note: Ticket sales may be reduced for some games and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- No re-entry will be permitted.
- No bags, of any kind, will be permitted into the stadium. A clear gallon-sized, zip-lock bag may be used for personal care items for infants. RPS will not provide these zip-lock bags; they must be brought by the attendee.
- All persons including spectators, band members, cheerleaders, and football players from the opposing team will be subject to search and security screening.
- No outside food or drinks will be permitted, including water bottles.
- No smoking materials nor vapes will be allowed.
- Spectators must exit the premises immediately following the conclusion of the game.
- No one 17 & under allowed entry without an adult 21 years of age or older at games or events. (Maximum of four youth under 17 per one adult supervisor.)
- Absolutely no trespassing or loitering in the parking lots or other school grounds during events of any kind.
Frequently Asked Questions
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None, with the exception of a clear gallon-sized, zip-locking bag for personal items (e.g., diapers and medicine) for infants. Visitors can still carry items such as keys, makeup, feminine products, combs, phones, or wallets in their pockets or jacket.
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Yes, but they are subject to inspection and must be carried by hand and not in any container.
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Yes, but they are subject to inspection and must be carried by hand and not in any container.
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Fans carrying bags that do not meet our requirements will not be permitted to enter. They will have the opportunity to return prohibited items to their car. Bags cannot be left unattended anywhere on the campus.
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An exception will be made for medically necessary items in a clear, gallon-size bag after proper inspection. A gate administrator will be available to assist with these situations.
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On-site law enforcement officers will be immediately notified if any contraband is found on school property. Guns, knives, weapons of any kind, drugs, and alcohol are all prohibited on campus.
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Yes. Members of the media with a press credential will be allowed to bring equipment bags into the venue; however, these are subject to inspection. Student-athletes participating in the event at the stadium may also carry their equipment bags but those will also be inspected.
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These protocols are in place at all Richmond Public Schools after-school athletic and academic events.