Celebration Escort & Fireworks Permit Request & Information
Celebrating Eaton’s Athletic Tradition
Eaton Schools proudly celebrate a long-standing tradition of honoring student-athletes who exemplify excellence, sportsmanship, and resilience. With a dominant history in athletics, Eaton teams have consistently represented our community with pride at the league, regional, and state levels.
Community celebrations, when conducted safely and responsibly, recognize the hard work of our students, coaches, families, and supporters while reinforcing the values of teamwork and school spirit that define Eaton.
This multi-page form allows parents/guardians to request public-safety escorts and, when appropriate, a permit to conduct a fireworks display in connection with a championship celebration.
Permissible Celebration Activities During Police & Fire Department Escorts
Eaton Schools encourages spirited, respectful celebrations that honor student-athletes, reflect community pride, and prioritize safety. The following activities are permissible during approved police and fire department escorts, unless otherwise restricted by public safety officials on the day of the event.
1. Visual & School Spirit Displays
- Team jerseys, uniforms, letter jackets, or spirit wear
- Window paint or vehicle decals using washable, non-obstructive materials
- Handheld signs celebrating the team’s achievement (e.g., State Champions, Eaton Pride)
- Decorated vehicles that do not obstruct driver visibility or emergency lighting
- Team buses, school vehicles, and approved community vehicles in procession
- Use of headlights, hazard lights, or approved vehicle lighting as directed by escort personnel
- Music played at a reasonable volume from vehicle sound systems
- School fight song or pre-approved playlists
- Clapping, cheering, and chanting by participants
- Cowbells, hand clappers, or similar handheld noise makers
(Air horns, sirens, or amplified devices are prohibited unless explicitly approved.)
- Waving to spectators along the route
- Organized cheering sections at designated viewing areas
- Parents and community members displaying signs or school colors along sidewalks
- Student-athletes acknowledge the crowd with waves or gestures
- Championship banners or flags leading the procession
- Wearing medals, ribbons, or championship apparel during the escort
- Temporary signs recognizing:
- Team accomplishments
- Senior athletes
- Coaches and staff
6. Social Media & Documentation
- Photos and videos taken from inside vehicles or designated safe areas
- Live-streaming by school staff or designated media partners
- Use of approved school or team hashtags to share the celebration
- Compliance with all instructions from police, fire, and school officials
- Zero tolerance for unsafe behavior, alcohol, or illegal substances
- No objects thrown from vehicles
- No standing through sunroofs, windows, or on vehicle exteriors
- Legal Fireworks (with permit):
- Display fireworks classified under applicable state law (e.g., aerial shells, multi-shot cakes, rockets) only when operated by a licensed professional.
- Fireworks must meet all state and local safety standards.
- Illegal Fireworks (not permitted): Consumer fireworks that are prohibited by local ordinance, homemade, modified, or altered fireworks and any fireworks are discharged without an approved permit.
Permit Requirements to be submitted with this form
- Types of Fireworks:
- Detailed list of fireworks to be used.
- Confirmation that all fireworks comply with state and local regulations.
- Licenses
- Copy of a valid state-issued pyrotechnician/operator license.
- Proof that the operator is authorized to conduct public displays.
- Insurance
- Certificate of Insurance naming Eaton School District and the Town of Eaton as additional insureds.
- Minimum coverage limits as required by local ordinance.
- Safety Plan
- Site diagram showing fallout radius and spectator areas.
- Crowd control and emergency response plan.