Traffic flow and management around schools is a perennial issue and Holy Cross College is no exception. The main College car park is excellent along with the Kiss-n-Drive, but we must be mindful of making best use of both our facilities and opportunities. The safety of our children is the highest priority when we are travelling to and from school, and parking around the streets or in the car parks.
A new car park of around 54 bays will be available off Westgrove Drive at the completion of the Stage 4 building program.
The College has been working with the Ellen Stirling Primary School Parents and Citizen's Association to improve the safety of our children through a number of road safety initiatives.
1. Type A-B Children's Crossing.
The Department of Education Children's Crossing and Road Safety Committee is undertaking surveys along Strathmore Parkway with the view to installing a Type A-B Children's Crossing on Strathmore Parkway near Cardowan Drive. Students are encouraged to utilise this location so that a true picture of the school's needs can be gathered and a Children's' Crossing be installed with an attendant (Lollypop Person).
2. Parking Along Strathmore Parkway
Parents are urged to park in marked bays only and avoid parking on the verge. Parking on the verge is dangerous and impairs the view of both motorists and pedestrians. Council Rangers visit the area regularly and may issue fines to drivers parking illegally.
3. Walking to School
Students who reside within a 2-4 minute cycle or 8-15 minute walk are encouraged to do so and keep a healthy lifestyle and to alleviate the traffic congestion, especially as the schools grow. If you live within the circle below you should consider walking or riding a bike.
Remember
Drive to survive and model the correct behaviour on the road for our kids, the next generation of motorists.
P Collins
Vice Principal
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