Bus Behavior/Conduct
Good behavior on the school bus is expected at all times. Any student not following bus rules will be subject to disciplinary action by the principal or his/her designee. Misbehavior on the bus may result in suspension of bus privileges. We expect our students to behave appropriately at all times.
Any questions regarding transportation should be directed to: 724-745-1502
Please note the following information: Students should arrive at their respective bus stops at least 10 minutes before bus arrival time. Parents/Guardians are responsible for their child’s behavior at the bus stop. If the bus does not arrive at the prearranged time, all students should wait a minimum of 30 minutes before leaving the stop area.
Bus Changes
Students are not allowed to ride a bus other than their assigned bus unless a written request is received from the parents or guardian stating their permission to do so. The students requesting to ride on a different bus will be issued a bus pass allowing him/her to get on or off at a different stop or ride a different bus providing there is room on the bus. This procedure reinforces our concern for the safety of our children.
Bus Rules
Every effort is made to provide safe, comfortable, and efficient transportation for the students of the district. Any and all questions or concerns dealing with transportation should be directed to the district’s transportation director by calling 724-745-1549.
BUS RULES AND PROCEDURES
1. Except for ordinary conversation, classroom conduct is expected.
The students will conduct themselves as if they were in a classroom setting. This includes courteous behavior with no profane or abusive language. No shoes with cleats or spikes are to be worn on the bus. Personal objects such as pencils and pens must be stored carefully.
2. Do not drink or eat on the bus.
Students are to refrain from eating, drinking and/or chewing gum on the bus.
3. Keep the bus clean.
4. Keep the aisle clear.
Students will keep the aisles clear of items such as gym bags, projects, instruments, etc. Animals, pets and other nature items are prohibited.
5. Stay in your assigned seat.
Students are to remain in their assigned seats at all times. Two students in a seat must permit a third student to sit with them. Students will refrain from standing, kneeling or lying in the seats or in the aisles. Every student who rides a bus must get on and off at the assigned bus stop. Any student who wants to get off at a different bus stop or ride a different bus must have a written request signed by a parent or legal guardian. The request is to be shown to the principal. The student must get written permission from the principal. Permission can be denied due to overcrowding. Students must have a signed permission slip to give to the bus driver. A student will not be permitted to ride without the appropriate signed permission slip. There will be no exceptions.
6. Do not extend any part of the body or any object out of the bus window at any time.
7. Students riding the bus are to be at the bus stop at the regularly scheduled time.
Students should arrive at their respective bus stops at least five (5) minutes before bus arrival time. If the bus does not arrive at the scheduled time, the students should wait a minimum of thirty (30) minutes before leaving the stop area.
8. Enter and leave the bus through the front door. Emergency exits are to be opened for emergencies only.
9. Do not damage or deface any part of the bus.
Students are not to damage or deface any part of the bus. Students and/or parents must repay the cost of repairing any damage and the student may be prosecuted. A student must immediately report to the driver any visible damage to the bus.
10. All school policy rules and regulations are in effect on buses.
Policies on smoking, tobacco, alcohol and drugs, fighting and weapons, as well as all other school policies and rules, will be in effect at all times on bus rides to and from school, activity runs and field trips. Violation of these policies and rules will result in further disciplinary action by the school.
SCHOOL BUS DISCIPLINE
The Driver is in charge of school bus discipline/conduct unless a teacher or administrator is present.
Level I Offenses start at Step 1 on the Progressive Discipline Penalties.
Level I Offenses - School Bus Rules 1 through 7
Level II Offenses start at Step 5 on the Progressive Discipline Penalties.
Level II Offenses - School Bus rules 8, 9, and 10
PROGRESSIVE DISCIPLINE PENALTIES
#1 – Warning
#2 - 1 Day Bus Suspension
#3 - 1 day In-School Suspension and 1 Day Bus Suspension
#4 - 5 Day Bus Suspension
#5 - 10 Day Bus Suspension
#6 - 30 Day Bus Suspension*
School principals may use more severe or additional disciplinary actions without regard to the student’s number of previous violations.
*Does not apply to kindergarten students. |
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