Driving around Prep may become more difficult as more drivers are hitting the roads with sophomores getting their licenses. An influx of cars around Prep has started to appear, making the driving scene become more stressful. Here are some tips to stay safe and out of JUG for driving and parking.
The increased number of new student drivers has started to make the already limited parking arrangements become scarce. Upperclassmen may feel obliged to park illegally or outside of the arrangement, without a full understanding of why this is so frowned upon by administration. As construction and updates around Prep started to ramp up in the late ‘90s, a legal agreement was made between the neighbors and the school. It stated that students wouldn’t park in the restricted parking zones in and around the neighborhood, in exchange for the neighbors to comply with the construction happening around their homes.
“The neighbors could have commented that [the construction] would be too much of an impact on their neighborhood, so this was our way of navigating that,” Mr. Hendricks stated.
Hendricks reported the importance of registering cars with the school. “We ask you to register your vehicle license plates so that we can find who you are because most of our neighbors are good about letting [Prep administration] have the first shot of trying to get you to move your cars,” Hendricks said. The agreement between the neighbors and Prep is the reason why JUG is given as the punishment for any driving misdemeanors by students. Prep agreed that students that violated the agreement would be disciplined by administration as a substitute from the neighbors themselves towing the cars or getting law enforcement involved.
Another tip is that next time you get behind the wheel around Prep, remind yourself you are still driving in a neighborhood. There are an increased number of pedestrians and children, whether they are crossing or biking on the side of the street, so proceed with caution. Remember the speed limit is 20 on most streets, especially when it’s dark and rainy on most winter mornings. It’s better to be safe than sorry!
Driving around Prep requires responsibly and carefulness. By following these tips, you can ensure a safer environment, a better relationship with the neighbors, and a JUG-free experience!
