Students are required to:

• be at their bus stop and be ready for pick-up FIVE minutes before the bus is due.

• have their student ID ready when the bus arrives.

• stand a safe distance back from the curb or roadway and line up single file, facing the street, when the bus approaches.  Stay off the road at all times while waiting for the bus.

• not move toward the bus or attempt to enter it until the bus has come to a complete stop.

• wait for the driver to motion them across the street when it is safe to cross, and walk in front of the bus by at least ten feet.

• always use steps and handrails, and never crowd or push when getting on or off the bus.

• do as the bus driver says and obey the driver’s instructions.

• always wear seat belts and remain seated at all times while the bus is in motion. 

• not eat or drink anything while on the bus.

• never stand, except to exit the bus at their stop, and remain seated until the bus comes to a complete stop.

• never throw anything on the bus or out the bus window, or extend hands, arms, heads, or objects through the bus window.

• talk in normal tones; yelling, loud noises, or other behavior that could distract the driver is not allowed. 

• never use vulgar or abusive language.

• not tamper with safety devices or damage the interior or exterior of the bus.

• not block aisles, entrance door, and emergency doors.

• sit in seats that may be assigned by the driver and/or a school official.

• treat the bus driver and fellow passengers with respect.

• have written permission, approved by the school, to ride another bus or get off at a stop other than their own.