BUS  SAFETY

All students who ride a school bus, whether to and from home or on a field trip, are expected to follow the following safety guidelines.  Failure to follow the bus rules will result in the issuance of a bus conduct notice by the bus driver.   The principal  will investigate and discuss the notice with the child.   If the notice is accurate, the notice will  be sent home.   First through fifth graders who receive a second notice will discuss the notice with the principal.   If accurate, the notice will  be sent home and bus riding privileges will be temporarily suspended. 

Please read and discuss the following  guidelines with your child.  Please note that students are only allowed to ride their assigned bus routes.  Students are not permitted to ride other bus routes.

1.      Be on time at the designated bus stop.  Use good behavior at the bus stop.  Wait on the sidewalk.

2.      Wait until the bus comes to a complete stop before approaching the bus.

3.      Keep your hands and head inside the bus at all times.

4.      Use a normal speaking voice on the bus.  Do not shout.

5.      Stay seated at all times while the bus is moving.  Wait until the bus comes to a complete stop before standing.

6.      Keep your hands, feet, and objects to yourself.  Treat others with respect and kindness.

7.      Keep the bus aisle clear.

8.      Do not chew gum, eat or drink on the bus.

9.      Take good care of the bus.  Keep the bus clean.

10.  Be absolutely quiet when approaching railroad tracks.

11.  Be very careful when exiting the bus.  Look for cars.

12.  Follow all directions given by the bus driver.