Regulations/Discipline

Riding the school bus is a privilege.  Students are expected to conduct themselves in a mature manner, following all school rules and regulations as well as those rules and regulations pertaining specifically to school bus transportation.  Failure to do so will result in disciplinary action. 

All students shall follow the directions of the bus driver for loading and unloading the bus, seating assignments, and general conduct.  The safety of the driver and passengers is of the utmost importance. The following rules and regulations shall be enforced in regards to bus safety.  Failure to adhere to these rules may result in temporary or permanent removal of a student from the bus and/or disciplinary consequences such as ISS or OSS.

• Students are allowed to board and depart from the bus only at their designated stop.

• Students are responsible for being at their designated stop on time to meet the bus.  Students should be at the stop at least 15 minutes prior to the designated stop time. Drivers are not required to wait for students that are not physically present at the designated stop when the bus arrives.  

• School rules are in effect at bus stops and on the bus both to and from school.  This includes, but is not limited to fighting, use of profanity, possession of tobacco products, possession of drugs or alcohol, possession of weapons (including cigarette lighters), and vandalism.

• While on the bus, students are to observe the same standards of behavior as in the classroom. 

• Behavior that in any way endangers or could possibly endanger the safety of the driver or passengers is prohibited. 

• Except when boarding and departing, students must remain seated at all times while on the bus.

• If you have a need to depart from the bus at a stop different from the one you are assigned, or if you need to ride a bus different from the one you are assigned, you must present a signed note from your parent/guardian.  This note must be submitted to the office for approval by the assistant principal no later than lunch time.  Notes presented for approval during the bus loading time will be denied. Notes must be verbally verified with a parent or guardian by an administrator before approval will be issued.

• Any action that disturbs or distracts the driver, or refusing to obey the instructions of the driver or other school officials is prohibited.

• Paper and other objects should not be thrown about in the bus or out of the windows.

• Passengers should not hold their hands, arms, head, or other body parts out of the bus window, nor should any object be held out of the window.  

• Passengers should not shout or wave to persons outside of the bus.

• Eating and drinking is not allowed on the bus.

• The aisle should be kept clear of personal belongings.  These items should be either held or placed under the seat.

• The bus loading/departure area at the school is restricted to those students that are riding the bus.  No other students are allowed to congregate in this area. Failure to adhere to this policy will result in disciplinary action.