The rules
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Be on time
at the bus stop (five to ten minutes before the scheduled pick
up).
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Behave in
an orderly manner at the bus stop.
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Wait at
least 15 feet from where the bus will stop and away from
traffic so that the driver can see you.
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Wait for a
complete stop before crossing the road or attempting to board
the bus.
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Cross the bus at least ten feet in front
of the bus and wait for the driver’s hand signal before
crossing. ALWAYS look
both ways before crossing.
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Board and
exit the bus in an orderly fashion.
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Stay in
your seat, facing forward, and in your own space.
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Help to
keep the bus clean.
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No eating
or drinking on the bus (increase in allergy issues and choking
possibilities).
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Keep head,
hands, and objects inside the windows.
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Keep track
of your belongings and check your seat before exiting.
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Respect
the property of others, including the bus.
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Refrain
from using profane, lewd, vulgar or abusive language or
gestures.
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Refrain
from actions and activities that may distract the driver.
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Follow all directions from the driver or
monitor.
To ensure safety,
students may not bring large objects on the bus (including large
musical instruments).
Animals are prohibited
from being transported.
Consequences of not obeying the
rules
Riding the bus is a privilege.
For the safety of all, it is imperative that children obey
the rules. There are
three levels of infractions:
Level 1:
A misbehavior that represents a minor infraction.
Level 2:
A misbehavior whose frequency or seriousness tends to
diminish the driver’s authority or if continued would pose a
threat to the safety of the students and driver.
Level 3:
A misbehavior whose consequences incur monetary damage or
poses a threat to the health and safety of others.
Level 1
Examples
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Loud or inappropriate
language
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Eating or drinking on
the bus
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Leaving a mess on the
bus
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Teasing/name-calling
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Standing or changing
seats while the bus is in motion
Consequences
1.
Verbal Warning
2.
Behavior is
documented and parent is notified
3.
Begin progressive
loss of bus privilege
Level 2
Examples
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Using obscene language
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Behaving in a way that is deemed to be bullying
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Running around the bus/climbing over seats
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Throwing objects
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Refusal to follow the driver’s or monitor’s
direction
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Minor damage/vandalism (e.g. writing on seats)
Consequences
1.
Behavior is documented and parent is notified
2.
Progressive loss of
bus privilege
3.
Parent/Student/Administrator conference
Level 3
Examples
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Serious vandalism (for
example. cutting seats)
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Fighting on the bus
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Opening emergency exits
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Throwing an object at the
bus driver or monitor
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Disrespectful behavior
toward the driver or monitor that includes the use of profanity and
inappropriate gestures
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Possession of a weapon,
drugs, or alcohol
Consequences
1. Immediate loss of bus
privilege
2.
Suspension from
school (ISS and/or OSS)
3.
Long term loss of
bus privilege
4.
Referral to the
Superintendent’s office
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