10/23/2026
Important Safety Procedures for East Carter High School Football Games
The safety of our students is always a top priority. Due to several recent incidents at East Carter High School home football games, we are implementing and reinforcing the following expectations, effective tonight and for all future home games.
1. Adult Supervision Required for Younger Students
Students in 8th grade and below must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult when attending football games. These students may not be dropped off and left unattended. Parents and guardians are responsible for supervising their children throughout the event.
2. Restricted Areas of the Football Field
Students are not permitted in the grassy area beyond the far end of the track where football practice equipment is stored. The track serves as the boundary for where students may walk.
Unfortunately, we have had incidents involving students climbing on and attempting to damage equipment, hiding behind equipment trailers, and going through the fence onto private property. These behaviors create serious safety concerns and will not be tolerated.
3. Parent and Guardian Responsibility
While our schools host athletic events, football games are not supervised in the same manner as the regular school day. School personnel are responsible for managing the event, but parents and guardians remain responsible for supervising their children and ensuring they follow expectations.
4. Consequences for Unsafe Behavior
Students who engage in unsafe, destructive, or inappropriate behavior may be required to leave the event. Law enforcement will be contacted when circumstances warrant, and parents or guardians will be notified. If a child's safety is at risk and a parent or guardian cannot be reached, additional agencies, including DCBS, may be contacted as appropriate.
We want our football games to be enjoyable, family-friendly events where students, families, and community members can come together to support our teams. However, student safety is not negotiable. We need everyone's cooperation to ensure a safe and positive environment.
Thank you to our parents, families, and community members for helping us keep our students safe while supporting East Carter athletics.
Dr. Jennifer Fraley
Superintendent, Carter County Schools
