FAQ - FAQ's regarding student pick-up and drop-off at Foster City schools.

Question: What are the most commonly asked questions about the rules associated with picking up or dropping off students at a school in Foster City?

Answer:
Q: Can I park in a red zone to drop off my child?
A: No, you may not park, stop or unload a vehicle while in a red zone.

Q: Can I pass a School Bus with red flashing lights once I have stopped and ensured that it was clear?
A: No, you can not pass a School Bus as long as the red lights are flashing or the stop sign is out.

Q: Can I pass a School Bus if I am driving in the opposite direction?
A: No, unless the there is a center divider or the street has two or more lanes in each direction.

Q:  Can I double park just to let my child out of the car?
A: No.  This is both illegal and unsafe for your child.  Double parking also poses a traffic hazard.

Q: Can I leave my car in a white zone?
A: White zones around the schools are in place for the pick-up and drop off of students.  At Foster City School, drivers may stop only long enough to load and unload students.  At Brewer Island School, drivers may park for no more than 3 minutes to drop off students.

Q: What is the speed limit around the schools?
A: The speed limit around schools is 25 MPH.

Q:  Can I make a U-turn in front of the school?
A:  No.  During school hours there are many vehicles and pedestrians.  Vehicles that make U-turns not only pose a danger to oncoming vehicles and pedestrians, but it is against the law if another vehicle is within 200 feet.



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