Palm Beach County Updates Protocols for Athletic Events

PALM BEACH COUNTY, FL – August 26, 2021 – District safe, protocols for all athletic events have been updated.

Effective Monday, August 23, 2021:

• Spectator capacity has been reduced to 50%, allowing a maximum of 2,000 spectators in a stadium, and 700 in a gym. The swim deck at Boca Raton Community High School will also have a 50% spectator capacity as well.
• Digital ticketing is available. Download the GoFan app or visit GoFan.co to purchase tickets online before the event.
• Concessions (when available) will have bottled beverage options and pre-packaged snacks available for purchase.
• Masks will be required for all spectators both outdoors and indoors in compliance with School Board Board Policy 2.065.
• Social distancing will be incorporated into venue seating plans for spectators as best as possible to comply with the 50% capacity level requirement. Distancing is strongly recommended at all events, both indoors and outdoors.
• Practices will be closed to the public on all 24 traditional public high school campuses, with the exception of college coaches and recruiters.
• Sanitization of bleachers and equipment will occur after each event, utilizing the UNX Disinfecting program.

The School District will be hosting a Facebook Live on Thursday, August 26, 2021, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. to discuss athletic protocols and answer questions. To watch and participate, visit the School District’s Facebook page.