Bus Rules

These rules are in place for the safe operation  of SESD school buses.

They help ensure the bus driver can concentrate  on driving without being distracted by misbehaving passengers.

They also minimize distractions  so passengers can hear and respond to instructions in case of an emergency.

** At no time is this list intended to cover all rules and regulations pertaining to the transporting of students.

• BE COURTEOUS TO THE BUS DRIVERS AND OBEY THEIR INSTRUCTIONS AT ALL TIMES.
     
• Be at the bus stop 10 minutes before the pick up time.
     
• Get in a line when the school bus is approaching and stand 10 feet from the stop.
   ***An adult must meet all Pre-K, Kindergarten and First Grade Students. (The driver has the right to detain a student from exiting the bus due to question of age for their safety).
     
• Never cross or go behind the school bus.
     
• When getting on and off the bus, always use the steps and handrail, never jump.
     
• Take your assigned seat quietly and quickly.
     
• Students must sit facing forward at all times.
     
• Talk in classroom voices.
     
• Do not act or behave in a manner that interferes with the safe operation of the bus.
     
• Bullying will not be tolerated.
     
• Fighting on school buses will not be tolerated.
     
• No pushing, shoving, touching others (or their personal items) or spitting on bus. Respect other people and their personal property while on the bus and at the bus stops.
     
• No food or drinks on the school bus. Water is ok in a contained water bottle while the bus is stopped. Dumping water on the bus or another passenger may result in loss of this privilege.
     
• No chewing gum or candy on the school bus.
     
• Keep the aisle open at all times.
     
• Backpacks are allowed for Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade only. These shall be under the passenger's control at all times and cannot occupy a seat needed by another student. Backpacks, purses, or similar items will remain closed at all times on school bus. Backpacks may be preapproved by the Transportation Department for grades 3-8 students for a specific purpose (ex. sports gear, class project, prior to vacation).
     
• No spraying of perfume or other scented substances on the bus.
     
• Keep all parts of your body and all other objects inside the bus. Do not throw anything from, or on, the bus.
     
• Never leave your seat while bus is in motion. Remain seated until the bus comes to a complete stop.
     
• Do not open or close windows without the permission of the bus driver.
     
• Never bring light emitting devices on the bus (laser lights, lighters, matches, cell phones, etc.).
     
• No cell phone usage on bus. Phones and other sound emitting devices (noisemakers, music players, video games, etc.) must be put away while on the school bus.
     
• No plants, animals, insects, reptiles, or large science projects allowed on the bus.
     
• Skateboards, scooters, or similar items are not allowed on school bus.
     
• No foul language or improper hand gestures toward students, bus driver or general public.
     
• Students will not be allowed to get off the bus at a different bus stop, nor will they be permitted to switch buses for any reason without obtaining a form from the school office.
     
• Weapons of any kind are not allowed on school buses at any time.
     
• No tobacco products, vaping devices, or non prescription drugs allowed on the bus. If your child has been prescribed medication, please take steps to bring it directly to the school nurse with instructions for proper administration.
     
• Property damage to the school bus, bus stop or other person’s possessions will be the responsibility of the passenger/parent.

Restitution will be made for any damage which occurs to a school bus. Failure to make restitution will result in denial of all school bus privileges for one full school year.

** At no time is this list intended to cover all rules and regulations pertaining to the transporting of students.