With the upcoming football season quickly approaching, there are going to be some changes made to the security at football games. Although the administration does not anticipate many issues, Principal Robert Wargo said that new security measures will be taken to ensure the overall safety of all people cheering on the Scituate Sailors during the next few games.

“We aren’t yet there but we are going to start looking at what kids are bringing to the game as they enter,” said Wargo. Whether tighter security means checking bags, or paying closer attention to the crowd, the high school administration and the Scituate Police will be working together to create a safe and fun environment. As usual, police will be attending the games to keep an eye on fans’ behavior. In previous seasons there have been indications of inappropriate substances brought into the stands at football games. This takes away from the purpose of going to games, which is to support the high school and show school pride and spirit.

Some students are indifferent to this change in security and say it won’t affect them. Freshman Corey Kelleher said, “It’s not a problem for me, obviously.”

Others meet this change with indignation, such as junior Troy Hewitt, who said, “I think it is an invasion of privacy and violation of my Fourth Amendment rights.” Junior Molly Sullivan agreed and said, “It is an invasion of my privacy.”

“We want people to come for the rights reasons,” Mr. Wargo said. “For the most part everyone does a good job,” he added. The administration’s goal is to look out for the safety and comfort of all students and people who attend the football games. There is so much energy and school spirit at the games, and the administration feels that inappropriate behavior diminishes this important part of Scituate High School’s atmosphere.