Bus safety is everyone's concern—drivers, students, parents and school administrators. Once students have boarded the bus, the driver has complete responsibility. The bus is an extension of the classroom therefore students are required to conduct themselves according to standards established in the classroom. Disciplinary problems will be handled in a progressive manner starting with a verbal warning. Serious disciplinary problems may result in having riding privileges suspended by the school principal.

Here are some simple guidelines for safety:

• Be on time at the bus stop—five to 10 minutes before the bus is scheduled to arrive.
   

• Stand at least 15 feet from where the bus will stop, away from traffic, so that the driver can see you clearly.
   

• Wait for the bus to come to a complete stop before crossing the road, boarding or exiting.
   

• Cross the road at least 10 feet in front of the bus to make sure the driver can see you.
   

• Make eye contact with the bus driver, and wait for the bus driver's signal before crossing the street.
   

• Never go under the bus to retrieve something you've dropped. Notify the bus driver if you've dropped something and he/she will take care of it.
   

• Properly secure your seat belt and remain seated.
   

• Keep hands, feet etc. inside of the bus and never throw anything out the window.
   

• No eating or drinking is allowed on the bus.  
   

• Be sure all personal items, book bags, etc., can fit on their lap or directly under their seat
   

• Exit the bus from front to back in an orderly fashion. Child seated closest to the aisle exits first, followed by the passenger next to the window.
   

• Be alert to traffic. Check both ways for cars before stepping off the bus.
   

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