ESTEVAN - The Estevan Comprehensive School has informed parents and others in the school community about actions it is taking against "inappropriate activities" in the student parking lot.
ECS principal James Jones wrote in a letter that for several years, the school has had an ongoing issue with garbage disposal, littering, loitering and other issues happening in the parking lot. These involve current ECS students and community members and can be a problem during the day, but can also be more prevalent after hours.
"I am asking the school community to assist us with improving the situation," Jones wrote.
ECS is currently looking at ways to deter loitering during non-school hours. To assist, ECS has recently updated video surveillance, will be installing no-loitering signs, and is looking at upgrading the lighting in the parking lot.
Supervision will increase during the school day. Students found skipping classes and hanging out in the parking lot will face disciplinary measures for failing to follow school expectations. "Failure to follow school policies surrounding use of the school parking lot may result in loss of parking privileges," states the letter.
Jones wrote that ECS, including school grounds, should be a place of pride within the community and he would appreciate people's help in coming up with a community solution to these problems. He asks that parents and guardians talk about these issues with their children.
If anyone has ideas to help address these concerns, they are asked to call the school or send an email to [email protected]
