Parking Permit

Valencia High School is a CLOSED CAMPUS.  Parking on the VHS campus is a privilege, NOT A RIGHT.  Parking permits are FREE for all student drivers.

All students driving onto the VHS campus must follow the rules below:

1.     All drivers are required to abide by all New Mexico State Traffic Laws.  Violation of such laws may be subject to criminal procedures. Students must not operate their vehicle in a negligent, careless, or unsafe manner.  

2.     Students must provide a VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE - PROVISIONAL, CURRENT PROOF OF INSURANCE, AND A CURRENT VEHICLE REGISTRATION.

3.     Freshmen students are NOT allowed to drive.

4.     Any vehicle driven onto the VHS campus may be subject to search as authorized by a VHS administrator.

5.     Students MAY NOT go to their vehicles during school hours, without approval from the office.  For the safety of all VHS students, staff, and visitors, any student found in a vehicle or parking lot during school hours will be subject to a security check of their person and vehicle.   

6.     The parking permit must be visible from the front windshield.

7.     The Los Lunas Schools will NOT be responsible for any damage or vandalism that may be incurred to a vehicle while on VHS campus.

Vehicles can be subject to TOWING at owner’s expense for the following:

1.     Improper parking in handicapped or unauthorized areas.

2.     Unlicensed driver, no proof of insurance, no valid registration.

3.     Unsafe driving or speeding.

4.     Students under the influence or possession of drugs or alcohol.

Student MUST have the following to be considered for a parking pass:

1.     Must not have excessive absences or tardies per semester.   

2.     Must not have a suspension for ditching on campus or leaving campus without permission.

3.     Attendance and discipline will be checked monthly.