Bus safety is our shared responsibility and with students and buses returning to the roads next week, we’d like to draw your attention to the following reminders:
Attention Drivers
If you’re driving near a school bus or in a school zone, please reduce your speed and watch for students. Remember, it is the law to stop when the bus has its stop sign out or flashing red lights turned on, as these indicate students are entering or exiting the bus.
Students – Waiting for the Bus
The number one rule is to always make sure the bus driver can see you! It is important to always be on time and stand back from the road when waiting for the bus. Students, please do not push when getting on the bus.
Walking
Drivers, please be on the lookout for pedestrians around school areas. Students, if you’re walking, stay on the sidewalk (if your community has one) or away from cars on the shoulder of the road. Listen for vehicles, always look where you’re going, and cross the road at designated crosswalks. When crossing the road, look both ways, and make eye contact with drivers once they have stopped.
