Safety & Supervision Requirements

Student Supervision

• All student participants (Grades 3–12) must attend with a school-affiliated teacher or educator present
• Students may not compete or participate independently
• Teachers are responsible for student supervision throughout the event, including competition, awards, and venue exploration

Drone Safety Standards

Rocket Drones is committed to providing a safe, structured, and age-appropriate learning environment:

• All competitions are conducted using approved Rocket Drones equipment and simulators
• Flight activities follow strict safety protocols and controlled environments
• No personal drones are permitted unless explicitly approved by event staff
• Safety briefings will be provided prior to competition activities

Venue & Facility Safety

• The event is hosted at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center, a professionally managed facility with established safety and security procedures
• All participants must follow venue rules and staff guidance at all times
• Designated competition, viewing, and exploration areas will be clearly marked

Conduct & Expectations

• All attendees are expected to demonstrate respectful, responsible behavior
• Unsafe conduct, misuse of equipment, or failure to follow instructions may result in removal from activities
• Rocket Drones staff reserve the right to intervene to maintain a safe and positive experience for all participants

Health & Emergency Preparedness

• On-site staff and venue personnel will be available throughout the event
• Emergency procedures will be communicated during check-in
• Teachers and chaperones should be prepared to manage student medical needs as required