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Rules for Riders
A school bus with undisciplined passengers is a hazardous bus. Student misbehavior can lead to accidents and injuries. The driver must concentrate on the driving task at hand and cannot be expected to constantly supervise the students while the bus is in motion. Therefore, for the safe operation of the school bus, students should be aware of and obey the following safety rules at all times.
  1. Cooperate with the driver (your safety depends on it).
  2. Be on time the bus will not wait
  3. Follow the driver's instructions when loading and unloading.
  4. Be quiet and well behaved.
  5. Remain seated while the bus is in motion.
  6. Do not extend arms, head or objects out of windows or doors.
  7. Keep the center aisle clear of feet, books, or objects that may obstruct the walkway.
  8. Keep your hands, feet, and possessions to yourself.
  9. Do not eat or drink on the bus.
  10. Do not throw anything in the bus or out of windows.
  11. The following items are not allowed on the bus:
    - Alcohol or Drugs
    - Glass Objects (except eye-glasses)
    - Pets (cats, dogs, etc.)
    - Weapons (including knives)
    - Objects too large to be held in your lap or placed under the seat
    - Balloons
Rules for Students at the Bus Stops
1. Be at your designated bus stop at least five minutes prior to the normal arrival time of your bus.
2. Wait quietly on the sidewalk or if a sidewalk is not present, wait at least three giant steps (6 feet) off the roadway.
3. Avoid pushing, shoving, fighting or rough play while waiting at the bus stop.
4. Be careful of private property such as flower beds, shrubs, etc.
5. Beware of moving vehicles and pedestrians exhibiting unusual behavior.
6. When the bus arrives, board the bus according to your driver's instructions.
7. Wait until the bus stops, the door opens, and the driver signals you to begin loading.
8. Board the bus in a single file and avoid pushing and shoving
9. Be careful when stepping up on slippery steps in wet weather.
10. Use the bus handrails at all times when boarding the bus.
11. If you have to cross the roadway to board the bus, cross in front of the bus at least five giant steps (10 feet). Wait for the driver to give you the universal crossing signal before you begin to cross.
12. Always look in both directions for oncoming vehicles before crossing.
13. Never cross the road behind the bus.
14. Be sure that the bus driver can see you at all times.
15. Once on the bus, go directly to your seat, sit down, keep your hands, feet, and possession to yourself, and remain quiet.
Rules for Students Exiting the Bus
1. Remain in your seat until the bus arrives at your designated bus stop.
2. Once the bus has stopped, proceed promptly and orderly to the front of the bus.
3. Be careful when stepping down on slippery steps in wet weather.
4. Use the bus handrails at all times when exiting the bus.
5. Be careful that clothing with drawstrings and book bags with straps do not get caught in the handrails or doors.
6. If you have to cross the roadway, cross in front of the bus. Walk at least three giant steps (6 feet) away from the side of the bus and then at least five giant steps (10 feet) in front of the bus. Wait for the driver to give you the universal crossing signal before you begin to cross.
7. Always look in both directions for oncoming vehicles before crossing.
8. Never cross the roadway behind the bus.
9. Be sure that the bus driver can see you at all times. Wait for the driver to give the universal signal before you begin to crossing.
10. If you drop something near the bus, tell the bus driver. Never try to pick it up without telling the driver because the driver may not be able to see you.
11. Walk directly home by the safest route. Do not go to your mailbox or to a friend's house.
12. Beware of moving vehicles and pedestrians exhibiting unusual behavior.