Transportation Non-Idling Policy Update State law requires that all school buses turn off their engines when loading or unloading students on school grounds, except when necessary for heating, mechanical, or emergency reasons. The non-idling requirement applies to other school vehicles as well. View a copy of the law and memo. 2008-09 bus routes Transportation postcards were mailed out in mid- August with information on bus times and stops for the coming school year. Please make sure your child is at the stop at least five minutes before the scheduled time. The times listed on the cards are only estimates and the actual time can fluctuate until a routine is set. If you have any questions, please contact the transportation office at 895-2511. Learning about school bus drivers Did you know that your school bus drivers are family, friends or neighbors in your community? They are not strangers driving our children to school, but people that live right next to you. I say our children because once they get on the school bus; the bus driver is responsible for their safety - to and from school. Do you know the requirements to become a school bus driver in New York State? There is a lot more to it than just applying for the job. Drivers must have a Commercial Drivers License (CDL), class B, with a passenger (PS) endorsement. How does a driver get this special job and license? It just might surprise you. Learn more... > Back If you have any questions, contact Transportation Supervisor Harry Folckemer at 518-895-2511. Safety Reminder: It is illegal to pass a school bus displaying its flashing red lights—both on and off school property. The lights are displayed for student safety to indicate when students are boarding or exiting a bus. This law is strictly enforced and violators will be reported.

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