Subscribe | UPI Odd Newsletter Subscribe May 31 (UPI) -- Police in South Carolina said a bear with apparent academic curiosity was found wandering outside of the local high school. The Spartanburg Police Department said officers encountered the bear Wednesday evening lurking outside the windows and doors of Spartanburg High School. Advertisement The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources said bear sightings had been reported Wednesday morning and evening, but the agency does not respond unless the bear is considered to be causing trouble. "It seems that Spartanburg High School has the 'Bear' necessities this young bear is looking for," police said in a Facebook post. "We caught up with him just before dark when he was spotted trying to learn how to be a Viking at Spartan High," the post said. Police said the bruin appears to have a healthy fear of humans and left the scene on its own. Officers warned the public not to approach the bear. "Respect his power and admire from a distance. Bring in any pet food you have outside and secure your trash. Most importantly...do not leave the pot of honey for him!" police said. The Facebook post said no interruptions were expected for the school's schedule. Advertisement "Don't worry students! Mr. Stevens assured us that exams are still on for tomorrow," police wrote. "The schools grounds will be checked for any bears trying to disguise themselves as Vikings." Read More Man punches bear in the nose to rescue beagle Mother bear and two cubs rescued from open well Bear breaks into Connecticut car, fails to eat banana
