KNOW THE BUS RULES!
RESPECT SELF
Stay out of the bus danger zone
When riding the bus, remain seated at all times
RESPECT OTHERS
Keep hands, feet and belongings to yourself
Use quiet voices and be courteous
Follow the driver’s instructions
RESPECT PROPERTY
Bring only school-approved items on the bus
Be respectful of bus space and equipment
WAITING FOR THE BUS!
Dress for the weather
Be on time – arrive no more than 10 minutes before the bus arrives
Use respectful behaviors:
Hands/feet to self
Stay away from curb and off the road
Use kind words
Stay at bus stop
Wait for the bus to STOP, then get on
KNOW THE DANGER ZONE!
The “danger zone” is all the space within 10 giant steps around the bus.
The most dangerous areas are close to the tires and right in front of the bus.
REMEMBER! The driver can not see you in the “danger zone!”
Always cross in front of the bus. Wait for the driver to signal.
Never enter the “danger zone” to pick up papers, mittens, balls, etc.
KNOW EVACUATION PROCEDURES
There are three different evacuation plans
Using only the front service door
Using only the rear (or side) emergency door
Using both the service door and the emergency door
While evacuating
Be quiet and wait for instruction
Be alert, move quickly and leave personal belongings on the bus
Keep your feet out of the aisle, go out seat by seat, alternating sides
Duck your head when going out the emergency door
After you are out of the door, move away from the bus as this clears the way for others to follow.
Go a distance of at least 100 feet from the bus and remain there in a group until given further instructions by the driver
Riding the bus is a privilege, not a right.If you want the "right" keep safety in sight!
KNOW THE CONSEQUENCES!
The school bus has rules and consequences just like a classroom.
RIDING THE BUS!
RESPECT SELF
When the door opens, enter the bus one at a time using the handrail.
Go directly to your assigned seat and sit down
Backs to the back, seats to the seat, feet point toward the floor. (Sitting safe)
Keep your body inside the bus
RESPECT OTHERS
Use a quiet voice
Keep hands and feet to self
Keep aisle clear
Do not throw anything
Your bus driver is in charge
RESPECT PROPERTY
Take care of the bus
No eating or drinking on the bus
Animals, weapons, and illegal drugs are not allowed
Do not tamper with bus safety equipment
LEAVING THE BUS!
RESPECT SELF
Stay in your seat until the bus stops
Remember to take everything with you
Exit from front to back
Quickly exit the “danger zone”
Don't push or crowd
Use the handrail
Look both ways and watch for the driver to signal before crossing in front of the bus
When arriving at school, go directly to your assigned area
After school, go directly home or to daycare
