Pikesville Middle School

For the 2023-24 school year, the following recommendations will go into effect to enhance safety:

• Additional staff will be assigned to all secondary games, including safety assistants. In addition, staff from visiting schools will be available when necessary.
• Elementary and middle school students attending athletic events must be accompanied by an adult (18 years and older) and remain with the adult for the entire event.
• Only the following types of bags are allowed:
  • Small clutch bags, no larger than 4.5" x 6.5" or approximately the size of a hand. These bags may be subject to search prior to entry.
  • An exception will be made for medically necessary items and diaper bags. These bags may be subject to search prior to entry.

• Once spectators have entered a game, there will be no readmittance if they choose to leave before the game has ended.
• Loitering at athletic events or on school grounds after the conclusion of the event will not be permitted.
• Anyone engaging in violent or criminal behavior at a sporting event will be removed from the premises immediately and not be permitted to return to any BCPS campus for athletics or extra-curricular activities for a period of no less than 90 days. Students will be subject to serious school and legal consequences.