• Suffolk Public Schools Athletic Event Credentials Application

    • All media, multimedia, journalists, reporters, bloggers, vloggers, social media channels, athletic promoters or individuals, or companies seeking access to an SPS athletic event for recording, photography, videography, reporting, etc., must have applied for and received an SPS media credential.

      Please submit your request to receive credentials for access to Suffolk Public Schools athletic events using the Suffolk Public Schools Athletic Event Credentials Application. Each person attending must have and wear an SPS media pass. Passes are issued by the Office of Communication and Community Engagement, and will be given separately for the Fall, Winter and Spring sports seasons. New credential requests must be submitted and approved for each school year.

      When a  person completes the online application, they are screened through the National Sex Offender Registry before being approved for a credential. NO ONE  will be granted a credential without going through this screening.

Criteria

  •  1. Content Quality:

    • Does your organization consistently produce high-quality, respectful, and age-appropriate content?
    • Is the content free of inappropriate language, or offensive imagery?

    2. Engagement:

    • Are the comments and interactions on your posts generally positive and well-moderated?
    • Does your organization take steps to address inappropriate or harmful comments?

    3. Privacy Practices:

    • Does your organization avoid sharing personally identifiable information (PII) of students (e.g., full names, addresses, etc.)?
    • Are there clear privacy policies or statements on your social media platforms?

    4. Alignment with School Values:

    • Does your organization’s content align with the mission and values of Suffolk Public Schools?

    5. Compliance with Policies:

    • Are you willing to adhere to Suffolk Public Schools' media policies and sign agreements related to student privacy and image use?