Bus Transportation & Conduct

All students who have the privilege of riding the bus to and from school are expected to follow the bus rules. The rules below must be followed in order for the bus driver to ensure everyone’s safety.

• Load the bus in an orderly fashion.
• Remain seated while the bus is motion.
• Keep hands and feet to self.
• Treat others with respect while riding the bus.
• Food and drink should be kept in backpacks or lunchboxes.
• Use of wireless devices is permitted on school buses until it creates a disturbance or a safety issue.
• Hands and feet should be kept out of the aisle.
• Use quiet voices on the bus. Speak only with the people who are sitting near.
• Exit the bus in an orderly fashion.
• Notify the driver of any problems, which may have taken place on the bus.

When these rules are not followed, the bus driver or school personnel will complete a bus discipline report for the student. Parents will be notified of the incident via a telephone call and a copy of the discipline report.

Consequences for not following bus expectations will range from a parent telephone call to suspension from the bus depending upon the severity and frequency of the behavior.

If you have questions/concerns about the bus, please contact the Ms. Newsome, our Assistant Principal