Cars/Parking

• We have limited parking on our school property. The curbside area of Clough Drive along the playground is marked for “stop and drop”- this means that parents can pull up here and allow kids to get out of the car. Kids should exit on the curbside for safety reasons. Cars should not be parked or left unattended here, as efficient use of this area is critical to smooth traffic flow. 

• The area of Clough Drive directly in front of the school is closed to general traffic during arrival and dismissal times, meaning it is only open to emergency vehicles, busses, and deliveries. Traffic will flow through the main parking lot in a one-way traffic pattern. Traffic should exit near the pre-school wing. * Please note that the exit to this parking lot is next to a crosswalk that is used by many families. 

• If you intend to escort your child to the school or playground, please find a parking space and walk with your child. Parking is available in the main parking lot, the lower level parking lot near the pre-school wing, along Clough Drive by the baseball field, or along the side of Clough Drive past the pre-school area. 

Bikes, Skateboards, Scooters etc.

Bike lanes are designated along Clough Drive up to the playground area. Bikes, scooters, and skateboards should be walked in front of the school at arrival and dismissal time for safety. Bike racks are placed at the edge of the playground and in front of the school for safely storing bikes during the school day. 

Dogs

Dogs are permitted on the public sidewalks around the school, but are not permitted on the playground at any time, as per city ordinance. Families may choose to walk to school with their dog, being mindful to remain on the sidewalks around the school. 

It is important that dog owners have their dog leashed and in control when on school property. While many people like dogs and want to approach, others are fearful; please give space to large groups of people and be mindful of proximity.