School Bus Rules

Code of Conduct

Arms, Legs, Faces - Never stick arms, head or any part of your body out the windows.

Crossing the Road – When students are crossing the road, either to board the bus or after getting off of the bus, if the bus’s red lights are flashing, they MUST wait for the driver’s cue.

Sitting on the seats - If your bottom isn’t on a seat while the bus is moving, you’re in danger! If you must stand, or move to another seat, it must take less than 5 seconds.

Horse Play - No climbing over the seats, no knees on the bus seats and feetare never allowed on the seats.

Aisles - Aisles must be kept clear, especially of objects like back-packs, shoes, etc.

RED ZONE - Students are forbidden from using the aisle from the third row of seats to the front of the bus while the bus is moving. This is the RED ZONE - the danger zone. If they must enter this zone while the bus is moving, they need permission from the driver who must be aware of them moving into this area.

Students getting off the bus – It is very important that students be prepared to walk up the aisle the moment the bus stops at their house.

Throwing objects – Throwing objects of any kind is strictly forbidden.

Fire – Any use of fire, using matches or lighters, is absolutely forbidden.

Respect for People

1. No hollering, screaming, or sudden loud sounds. Chatter and laughter are fine, unless they bother others.

2. No offensive language of any kind. Absolutely no swearing allowed.

3. No harassment of other riders.

4. No physical aggression of any kind. No objects that could injure a rider.

5. No behaviour which makes other riders feel uncomfortable or threatened (physically or emotionally), especially involving younger riders.

Respect for Property

1. Food and drinks are allowed but must not be spilled.

2. If you do have a spill, paper towels and garbage cans are provided for an immediate and complete clean up.

3. Gum is not allowed.

4. Pop and juice containers must be disposed of, not put on floor. Riders leaving a mess after warnings will lose privilege to snack (for a certain period of time).

5. Riders must respect the property of other students and simply leave it alone.

6. Vandalism is a CRIMINAL OFFENCE.  Any actions which damage the bus will have serious results including fines and even criminal charges.