Automobile Use & Parking Regulations

Parking on the Archbishop Shaw campus is a privilege extended exclusively to licensed student drivers who agree to abide by school policies. This privilege may be suspended or revoked at any time by the Administration for reasons including, but not limited to, disciplinary infractions, academic standing, or unsafe driving. The school assumes no responsibility and cannot be held liable for any theft, break-in, or damage that may occur to vehicles while operated or parked on school grounds.

Decal Registration & Display

All student-operated vehicles parked on school property must prominently display a valid Archbishop Shaw parking decal on the rear windshield. To receive a decal, students must submit a completed Parking Contract via the AP Online Forms portal, along with a non-refundable $10 fee and photocopies of a valid driver’s license and current vehicle registration. Decals will be distributed during orientation and must be applied to the rear windshield before the start of the school year. Additional decals for alternate family vehicles may be purchased from the Front Office for $10 each. Please note that all decals must be returned to the Front Office upon a student's graduation, withdrawal, or non-return to the school.

On-Campus Driving & Safety

The careless or reckless operation of a motor vehicle on or in the immediate vicinity of the campus is strictly prohibited. Safe driving is a requirement for the well-being of our entire community; reckless behavior will warrant an immediate response from school officials and/or the appropriate local law enforcement agency. Students who park improperly, block right-of-ways, or park in non-designated areas are subject to disciplinary action and the loss of driving privileges. All vehicles must remain locked and secured while on campus.

Student Driver Check-out Procedure

For the protection of our students, any student driver needing to leave campus during the school day must follow official check-out procedures. A student will only be permitted to drive off campus if a parent/guardian provides the Front Office with a signed written request or an email prior to departure, or if an authorized adult presents proper identification in person. Students will not be allowed to leave campus under any circumstances unless this procedure is strictly followed.

Approved Parking & Off-Campus Restrictions

During the school day and for after-school campus events, parents and students are to use the designated parking lots accessible from Avenue H, Salesian Lane, or Avenue K. Important Notice: Parents and students are strictly cautioned not to use the private parking lots belonging to neighboring businesses, including the local motel, the Marrero Land building, the Westside Funeral Home, or the unimproved areas along Salesian Lane. Violators are subject to immediate towing at the owner’s expense.

Special Events & Lot Closures

For certain major campus events—including, but not limited to, those managed by Eagle Athletic Facilities L3C—regular student parking privileges will be temporarily suspended. Students will be required to move their vehicles entirely off-campus during these designated times. Families and student drivers will be notified well in advance via school communications regarding specific dates and lot clearance deadlines.