Rules for Bus Riders
Riding the school bus is a privilege and may be removed for not abiding by the bus rider rules.
Previous to loading, students should:
- Be on time at the designated school bus stop. Help keep the bus on schedule.
- Stay off the road while waiting for the bus.
- Respect people and their property while waiting for the bus.
- Wait until the bus comes to a complete stop before attempting to enter.
- Use caution when approaching the bus.
- Receive proper school official authorization to be discharged at places other than the regular bus stop.
- Keep all parts of the body inside the bus.
- Refrain from eating and drinking on the bus.
- Refrain from the use of any form of tobacco, alcohol or drugs.
- Assist in keeping the bus safe and clean at all times.
- Remember that loud talking and laughter or unnecessary confusion diverts the driver's attention and may result in a serious accident. The life you save may be your own.
- Treat bus equipment as you would valuable furniture in your own home. Damage to seats, etc., must be paid for by the offender.
- Never tamper with the bus or any of its equipment.
- Maintain possession of books, lunches or other articles and keep the aisle clear.
- Help look after the safety and comfort of small children.
- Not throw objects in or out of the bus.
- Remain seated while the bus is in motion.
- Refrain from horseplay and fighting on the school bus.
- Be courteous to fellow students, the bus driver or driver's assistants.
- Remain quiet when approaching a railroad crossing.
- Remain in the bus during road emergencies, unless instructed to leave the bus by the driver.
- Go at least ten (10) feet in front of the bus, stop, check traffic, wait for bus driver's signal, then cross the road.
- Go home immediately, staying clear of traffic.
- Help look after the safety and comfort of small children.
- The above rules and regulations should apply to all trips under school sponsorship.
- Sponsors should be appointed by the school officials.