Arrival & Dismissal

BUS DUTY

Bus duty is an important job responsibility. Although there are slight differences between the schools, there are several things to consider and be aware of.

• All students are the responsibility of the school from the time the student leaves his/her home to the time the student returns back to his/her home.
• Students are expected to board the bus in an orderly fashion.
• While on the bus, students are expected to follow school rules of being safe, respectful, and responsible.
• Assistants are expected to deliver and pick up students to and from their appropriate buses in a timely manner as to not unnecessarily hold up the bus route or to delay students getting to class.
• Assistants should take great care especially with younger students to ensure the students are on the correct bus and that the driver is aware of the student's address.
• In the event that a student says he/she should be doing something different than the normal dismissal procedure for that student, the assistant should NOT take the word of the student alone. The assistant must check with the office staff/teacher to confirm or question how the child is getting home.
• Assistants should provide help to ensure students can safely get on and off the bus. For example, help a student organize belongings so that the student's hands are free to grab the handrail.
• NEVER allow a student to walk closely behind the bus.
• Students going to a different address may have a bus pass. The bus pass must be given to the driver.
• In certain cases you may be asked to ride a bus route at which time you would receive more information about specific responsibilities.

For additional information about pupil transportation and bus safety, click here.

Parent Drop-Off and Pick-Up

The drop-off and pick-up times at school can be quite hectic and stressful. It is each school's goal to have this process run as smoothly as possible. Each school has their own procedure. Please make sure to speak with your administrator or school secretary to understand the current plan. In addition, there are a few things to consider:

Arrival:

• Parents are often in a hurry during arrival. Your smile alone can help deescalate their stress.
• Encourage students to get to the sidewalk as quickly as possible to avoid jamming up cars or getting hit.
• Traffic flow matters, so do your best to keep it moving.
• Students should immediately go to the arrival areas. (For example: cafeteria, foyer, playground, etc.)
• Do not hesitate to report a driver who is being unsafe to your administrator.

Dimissal:

• Students need to be matched up with their parents or approved adult at pick up time.
• Help with traffic flow if possible.
• Be aware of any current restraining orders that exist for students you assist. If there is a restraining order, the student's teacher or school secretary is likely to inform you. If there is a restraining order, you can not allow that person to take the student EVEN IF it is a parent. If there is any doubt or concern, take the student with you to the office and inform the administrator or secretary asap.
• For any student not picked up in an appropriate amount of time, walk the student to the office and ask the office staff to call home and monitor the student until the parent arrives.