​​​​​​​​Traffic Safety

Ensuring our students get to school safely is everyone’s responsibility. Please be mindful of crosswalks, parking rules and speed limits when you are near our schools, especially during the morning drop-off and afternoon dismissal times.​ ​​​​

Traffic Safety Reminders from The City of Calgary​

The City wants to remind and encourage anyone who is driving children to school to operate their vehicles safely and responsibly. Parents and guardians are reminded not park where it’s prohibited during drop off and pick up times, such as blocking crosswalks, laneways and private driveways.   
 
Pick up and drop off times can get quite busy. Give yourself extra time to navigate safely around schools, whether you are walking, wheeling, or driving. For those who drive, help alleviate congestion by parking a block or two away and walking in, wherever possible.   
 
Talk to your kids about safe travel practices like using crosswalks with patrols, looking all ways before crossing the street and not jaywalking across the roadways as a shortcut.   
 
Learn more by visiting Calgary.ca/BeSafe.

Read the latest Ever Active Schools newsletter: The Scoop, Oct. 2023​

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Parking & Drop-Off

Parking Zones & Safety Tips

There is a  “no parking” zone in front of the school free and clear for buses/taxis to drop off and pick up students. The area further south along the school fence is available for parents to drop off and pick up which alleviates the congestion during busy times of the day. Please remember that making a “U” turn in front of the school is illegal and impacts the safety of our students and families. Please refrain from making U turns in the front of the school. 

  • Avoid double parking.
  • Watch for signs indicating ‘No Stopping’ and ‘No Parking’ zones.
  • School bus zones must be kept clear so children can step off the bus and onto a curb instead of exiting into a busy street.
  • Leave 5 metres between your car and any crosswalk markings. This will ensure children are visible when they enter the crosswalk.
  • Parking too close to stop signs yield signs or intersections, makes it difficult to see children in the area and obstructs the view of other motorists. A distance of 5 metres is required. 
  • Be courteous to neighbours around schools. Do not block entrances to garages or driveways.
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