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Parking at Poway High School

Please do not park in any student lot without a current 2026-2027 parking sticker affixed to your windshield, or you will be ticketed!

 

ALL STUDENTS MUST APPLY FOR A NEW PARKING PERMIT EACH SCHOOL YEAR.

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with Mrs. Urmeneta at 858-748-0245 ext 5111 or [email protected].

PARKING REQUIREMENTS AND EXPECTATIONS

  • Both the parent and the student must review and complete the parking permit registration form.

  • Start Smart Class Requirement:

    • Attendance in the Start Smart class is required to be eligible for a parking permit and will be verified
    • Click here to register for the Start Smart class.  Students may also register for the Start Smart class in the Administration office.  Upcoming Start Smart classes will be on August 5 and 26, 2026.
    • Students do not need a driver's license or permit to attend the class, and we strongly encourage them to attend Start Smart early if they plan to drive to school during the school year.
    • Students need only attend Start Smart once during their high school career.

  • Documentation Required:

    • A current driver’s license and vehicle registration must be provided at the time of permit issuance.

  • Permit Usage Rules:

    • A parking permit is valid only for the registered person and vehicle.
    • Permits transferred to another vehicle are invalid and subject to citation.
    • If your permitted vehicle is unavailable, you must obtain a temporary permit for a different vehicle from the Administration Office before parking on campus or at the start of school.

  • Behavior Expectations:

    • Reckless driving is strictly prohibited and may result in immediate revocation of parking privileges and/or disciplinary action.

  • Eligibility Maintenance:

    • Students must maintain a 2.0 GPA and a good discipline and attendance record to retain parking privileges.

  • Designated Parking Only:

    • Students must park in designated student parking lots.
    • Do not park in the Poway Center for the Performing Arts lot (PCPA), staff lots, visitor spots, or any other reserved spot at any time.

  • Permit Placement:

    • Permits must be properly adhered to the inside, upper-left-hand side of the windshield.

  • Liability Disclaimer:

    • Poway High School is not responsible for any damages incurred while parked on campus.

  • Parking Availability:

    • A parking permit does not guarantee a parking spot in designated lots. Construction projects or maintenance may cause temporary parking limitations.

  • Citations:

    • Citations are issued by the City of Poway
    • Citations can and will be issued for non-compliance with ALL parking lot rules and regulations.
    • Fines are set by the city and vary according to the specific offense.
    • There is NO appeal process at the school site.