Tips for Students

Walking to the Bus Stop

Always walk to the bus stop. Never run.

Walk on the sidewalk. If there is no sidewalk, walk on the left facing traffic.

Always go to the bus stop about five minutes before the bus is scheduled to arrive.

While at the bus stop, wait quietly in a safe place well away from the road. Do not run and play while waiting.

Getting on and off the Bus

Enter the bus inline with younger students in front and hold the handrail while going up and down the stairs.

When entering the bus, go directly to your assigned seat. Remain seated and facing forward for the entire ride.

Always speak in a quiet whisper on the bus so the driver will not be distracted.

Never throw things on the bus or out the windows.

Keep the aisles clear at all times. Feet should be directly in front of you on the floor and book bags should be kept on your lap.

Never play with emergency exits. IF there is an emergency, listen to the driver and follow instructions.

Large instruments or sports equipment should not block the aisle or emergency exits.

Remain seated until the bus stops completely.

Always be silent when the bus comes to a railroad crossing so the driver can hear if there is a train.

Hands should be kept to yourself at all times while riding on the bus. Fighting and picking on others creates a dangerous bus ride.

When it is necessary to cross the street, wait for the bus to arrive, watch for red flashing lights and the stop sign to be extended, and cross only when all traffic has stopped. Look left, right, and left again before crossing.

Only get on and off the bus at your designated stop. If you need to get off the bus somewhere else, you will need a note from the school office.

IF you leave something on the bus, never return to the bus to get it. The driver may not see you come back, and he/she may begin moving the bus.

Always make sure that drawstrings and other loose objects are secure before getting off the bus so that they do not get caught on the handrail or the door.

Respect the “DANGER ZONE” which surrounds all sides of the bus.

The “DANGER ZONE” is ten feet wide on all sides of the bus.

Always remain 10 steps away from the bus to be out of the “DANGER ZONE” and where the driver can see you.

Always cross the street in front of the bus. Never go behind the bus.

If you drop something near the bus, tell the bus driver before you attempt to pick it up, so he/she will know where you are.

Never speak to strangers at the bus stop, and never get into a car with a stranger. Always go straight home and tell your parents if a stranger tries to talk to you or pick you up.

Once you get off the bus in the afternoon, go straight home so an adult will know where you are.