DROP Off/pick up Information
To ensure a smooth, safe, and efficient process, all families must follow the school’s drop-off and pick-up procedures. We appreciate your cooperation in ensuring a smooth and safe
drop-off and pick-up process at our school. As a reminder, we kindly ask for your patience during both morning and afternoon transitions.
Please be mindful of those around you and remember that we all share the same goal—getting our children to and from school safely. To help maintain a safe and efficient process, we ask
that you:
- Drive cautiously and courteously, refraining from aggressive driving.
- Avoid distractions, including using your phone while driving.
- Stay attentive and follow all staff directions.
- Adhere to the designated drop-off and pick-up procedures outlined below.
Drop-Off
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Time: 7:50 AM – 8:15 AM (School starts at 8:15 AM).
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Early Arrivals: Students arriving before 7:50 AM will not be allowed inside unless they are attending a scheduled meeting or school breakfast (begins at 7:45
AM).
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Procedure:
- Pull forward as far as possible along the curb.
- Do not stop at the doors.
- Students must exit on the sidewalk side of the vehicle.
- After drop-off, students should go straight to class.
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Late Arrivals: If arriving after 8:15 AM, park and escort your child inside to check in at the office.
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Carpooling: To reduce congestion, we encourage families to form carpools. Contact the front office if you need assistance finding a carpool group.
Pick-Up
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Time:
- Monday – Thursday: 2:50 PM – 3:10 PM
- Friday: 1:00 PM – 1:20 PM
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Late Pick-Ups: Students not picked up by 3:10 PM (M-TH) or 1:20 PM (Fri) will wait on the front benches until their ride arrives. Please be prompt
and respectful of the time.
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Kindergarten Pick-Up: Carpools with a Kindergarten student must use the back lot in the afternoon. Siblings or carpool riders should
also wait in the back area.
Parking & Safety Reminders
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Do not park in the front drop-off lane before 2:30 PM (M-TH) or 12:45 PM (Fri). This lane must remain open for emergency vehicles.
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No parking, drop-offs, or pick-ups on 3000 East.
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Follow Staff Directions: If directed, you may be asked to use an alternate pick-up/drop-off area to help reduce congestion.
Drop-Off Options - See map
You may use any of the following options based on your convenience. If a specific area becomes congested, staff may direct you to an alternative drop-off location.
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Back Lot (Yellow): North side by the playground; required for Kindergarten and their carpools. Enter from the northeast entrance. Students must enter on the
driver’s side.
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Front Lot – Parking Side (Orange): Enter from the south entrance on 3000 East and either park or follow the carpool flow. Students must enter on the
driver’s side.
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Front Lot – School Side (Blue): Enter from the east entrance, left lane. Students must enter on the passenger side.
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East Sidewalk (Purple): Enter from the east entrance, right lane. Students must enter on the driver’s side.
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Walking/Biking: Students should use crosswalks and sidewalks and wear protective gear when biking or using scooters.
Pick-Up Process
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Choose One Designated Pick-Up Option & Stick to It. Communicate this to your child to prevent delays.
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Students Must Wait in Their Assigned Pick-Up Area. Calling students via radio slows down the process.
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Keep Traffic Flowing: All cars should move forward as much as possible. Students may walk to their cars only when traffic is fully stopped.
We appreciate your cooperation in keeping drop-off and pick-up safe and efficient for everyone!
GWA Drop-Off and Pick-Up Map Updated 9/24/2024
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