Bike Permits
2026–2027 Bike & E-Bike Permits
Student safety is our top priority. With that in mind, we want to make sure that all students and families are familiar with the current City of San Diego, California, and Poway Unified School District (PUSD) e-bike safety requirements before riding to school.
Important E-Bike Safety & Age Requirements
Families should be aware of the following requirements:
- Children under 12 years old may not ride an e-bike within the City of San Diego. This restriction took effect August 13, 2026.
- For middle school students, only Class 1 and Class 2 e-bikes are permitted through the MVMS/PUSD permit process.
- Permitted e-bikes must have a maximum assisted/motorized speed of 20 mph or less and a motor of 750 watts or less.
- Class 3 e-bikes, which can provide assistance up to 28 mph, are restricted to riders 16 years of age or older and therefore are not permitted for MVMS students.
- E-bikes may not be modified, unlocked, or otherwise adjusted to exceed the permitted speed.
- All riders under 18 are required to wear a properly fitted and secured helmet.
- Students are expected to follow all traffic laws and ride responsibly and safely at all times.
Please make sure your student's e-bike meets these requirements before submitting an application. Choosing an e-bike that is appropriate for your student's age and legal riding category is an important part of keeping our students safe.
How to Apply for an E-Bike Parking Permit
Families interested in having their student park an e-bike on the Mesa Verde campus should:
- Print and complete the 2026–2027 e-bike permit application.
- Review the e-bike safety expectations with your student and ensure that the bike meets all applicable PUSD and local requirements.
- Place the completed application in the designated permit bin located on the round table outside the Attendance Office.
Once submitted, applications will be reviewed by designated MVMS administrators and our campus security team. The e-bike must meet the applicable PUSD and local safety requirements in order to be approved.
If the application is approved, Security will place the required parking permit sticker directly on the e-bike. This sticker indicates that the bike has been reviewed and is authorized to be parked on the MVMS campus.
If an application is not approved, the family will receive an email explaining the reason for the denial and, when appropriate, what needs to be addressed before the student may receive a permit.
A Shared Commitment to Safety
We appreciate our families partnering with us to make sure students are riding safely, responsibly, and within the law. E-bikes can be a wonderful way for students to get to and from school, but they also come with additional responsibilities. Taking a few minutes to review the requirements with your student can help ensure a safe trip to and from campus each day.
Thank you for helping us keep our Eagles, and our community, safe!