Guidelines released for Floyd Co. Schools

Floyd County Schools has released the following guidelines, going into effect starting Monday, Sept. 7. In a statement released Tuesday, the following changes are coming:

FACE COVERINGS/MASKS

All spectators and volunteers are required to wear a mask or face covering in the stadium.

TICKETS

Tickets can be purchased at the gate on game day through cash transactions.

Please check individual school websites and social media regarding any presale opportunities.

Floor markings will allow spectators to form a socially distanced line for concession stands.

Ticket takers must wear masks and gloves.

SPECTATOR SEATING

Families are strongly recommended to sit together. All children are expected to sit with their parents before and during the game. A parent/ guardian is expected to accompany their child anytime they leave the bleacher area.

Children/ students beneath the 8th grade age level will not be allowed to play/roam/wander during the game. No balls or other items of this nature will be allowed inside the stadium.

Student sections will be allowed with proper face coverings or masks.

HAND SANITIZER DISPENSERS

Hand sanitizer dispensers will be installed throughout the facility.

CONCESSIONS

Food will be packaged prior to sale and distribution.

Floor markings will allow spectators to form a socially distanced line for concession stands.

Servers must wear masks and gloves.

FIELD

Access inside the fence and to the game field will be for authorized personnel only.

Parents and spectators will not be allowed on the field before, during, or after games.

As practicable, spectators should not crossover from one side to the other during games.

RESTROOMS

All restrooms will be disinfected prior to the stadium opening and after the game concludes. Custodial staff will be present for all games with the frequency of cleanings increased.

OTHER WAYS TO WATCH/LISTEN

Please check individual school websites and social media regarding any alternative watching and listening opportunities.

Announcers will make multiple public service announcements regarding everyday prevention of COVID-19 throughout games.

Due to the fluid situation of the COVID-19 pandemic, these guidelines are subject to change.