Student Safety and Traffic Procedures

The safety of our students, families, and school community is our highest priority. Vehicles that are illegally parked or do not follow traffic procedures create serious safety risks for students walking through the parking lot.

Parking and Drop-Off/Pick-Up Guidelines

• Parents and caregivers must park in a designated parking space before allowing children to enter or exit the vehicle. Children should not enter or leave vehicles that are stopped outside of marked parking spaces.
• The pick-up and drop-off lane is for active loading and unloading only. Parking is not permitted at any time.
• Drivers must remain in their vehicles while using the pick-up and drop-off lane. Please keep traffic moving and stop only long enough for your child to safely and independently enter or exit the vehicle.
• If your child is not ready for pick-up, please continue through the loop and return when your child is available.
• If your child requires assistance with seatbelts, backpacks, lunch kits, or vehicle doors, please park in a designated parking space before providing assistance.

Traffic Flow

• Pull your vehicle all the way forward in the pick-up and drop-off zone before stopping. Stopping near the entrance of the zone creates congestion and reduces the number of students who can be picked up or dropped off efficiently.
• Follow a “zipper merge” approach when entering or exiting the parking lot. Alternating vehicles helps maintain steady traffic flow and prevents backups onto the street.
• The parking lot is one-way traffic only. Please follow all posted signs and painted arrows, and never drive against the flow of traffic.
• Do not pass other vehicles within the pick-up and drop-off lane. This area is a single lane, and passing is unsafe and can increase congestion.

Accessible Parking

• Accessible parking spaces are reserved exclusively for vehicles displaying a valid handicap placard or license plate. Please do not use these spaces, even for a brief stop, unless authorized.

Walking and Biking

Whenever possible, we encourage students and families to walk or bike to school. This helps reduce traffic congestion and improves safety around the school.

• Helmets are required for all riders using bicycles or skateboards.
• Bicycles must be secured with a lock.

Thank You

By following these procedures and making small adjustments to your daily routines, we can work together to create a safer and more efficient arrival and dismissal experience for everyone.