Moline-Coal Valley
School District
Wharton Field House/Browning Field Safety
Updated 12/10/2024
The following guidelines apply to all middle school and high school events.
Bags:
➢ There is a “No Bag Policy” in place. Student or adult spectators attending events at Browning Field or Wharton will not be permitted to bring in bags or purses.
➢ Exceptions will be made for a small clutch or fanny pack no larger than 7.5” x 5”, which will be subject to search. Considerations will be made for diaper bags and essential medical equipment bags, which will also be subject to search.
Student Supervision and Safety:
➢ Elementary and Middle School students must be accompanied by a parent or other responsible adult. They will not be admitted to Browning Field or Wharton without a parent/guardian or other responsible adult staying at the event.
➢ Elementary and middle school students are required to sit with a parent or other responsible adult.
➢ High School students may sit with a parent or other responsible adult OR sit in their designated student section.
- Students seated in the designated student sections are required to remain seated at all times with the exception of end of quarter breaks.
- Restroom/concession stand visits limited to end of quarter breaks.
- Congregating or loitering in the restroom or concession stand area is not permitted, unless in line for concessions.
- Students unwilling to comply will be asked to leave and potentially denied entry at future events.
Athletic Department Guidelines & Procedures: