Bus Safety & General Rules
¸ Be at the bus stop 5 minutes prior to the planned arrival of the bus. This helps the bus to be on time to all pick-ups.
¸When the bus approaches, stand at least 3 giant steps (6 feet) away from the edge of the road, and line up away from the street.
¸Wait until the bus stops, the door opens, and the driver says that it is okay before stepping on the bus.
¸When crossing the street in front of the bus, walk on the sidewalk or side of the road to a point at least 5 giant steps (10 feet) ahead of the bus before you cross. Be sure the bus driver can see you, and you can see the driver.
¸While you are at school, on the walk to and from school, and at the bus stop, be aware of your surroundings and report any suspicious activity, people, and unattended packages.
¸ Never bring unsafe or prohibited items to school or on the bus.
¸Never walk behind the bus.
¸Walk at least three giant steps (6 feet) away from the side of the bus any time you are walking beside the bus.
¸If you drop something near or under the bus, tell the bus driver. Never try to pick it up. The driver may not see you and begin to drive away.
¸ Remain seated while on the bus.
¸ Obey the driver
¸ No eating or drinking—This includes lollipops and gum. We also want to be mindful of allergies.
¸ Talk quietly, no profanity
¸ Nothing out the window—this includes hands, feet, heads, and other objects.
¸ No throwing objects
¸ No vandalism
¸ You need to share seats (particularly eighth grade), no singles to a seat, sixth graders may need to sit in back if that is where seats are available, no denying other students seats.
¸When exiting the bus, be careful that clothing with drawstrings and book bags with straps do not get caught in the handrail or door.
Reasons
¸ SAFETY for yourself and others on the bus and on the road.
Sources
Some information for this page is referenced from the DRIVE SMART Colorado Springs Bus Safety for Students website. and the AFNORTH International High School website. Additional information
is available by visiting the sites.
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