Waiting for the Bus

Be on time for the bus, but not too early. Get there about 7 minutes before the bus arrives.
Observe all safety precautions while waiting for the bus.
Do no play in the road.
Whenever you must cross the street, look both ways and cross only if you are sure no moving vehicles are approaching from either direction.
Do not push, pull or chase other students.
Avoid trespassing on private property and being noisy.
As your bus approaches, line up at least 6 feet off the street. Do not approach the bus until it has stopped and the driver has opened the door. Do not push others in line.

Loading the Bus

Riding the Bus

Do not eat food on the bus.
Do not throw anything on the bus.
Avoid extending your arms or any other part of your body out the windows.
Do not change seats while the bus is moving.
Avoid shouting and other excessive noise that may distract the driver and lead to serious accident.
Help keep the bus clean and sanitary.
Be courteous to other students.
Listen carefully and obey any directions issued by the driver.
Smoking in a school bus is prohibited.
Nothing can be thrown within the bus or out the windows.

Departing the Bus

Do not leave your seat until the bus has come to a complete stop and the driver has opened the door.
Again, obey any directions issued by the driver.
Leave the bus quickly, but in a courteous manner, without pushing other students.
If you must cross a street as you leave the bus, be sure to walk in front of the bus (never in back) at a distance of at least 10 feet away from the bus. If you get too close to the front of the bus, the driver will not be able to see you and a serious accident could occur.
Again, be sure to observe all safety precautions as you travel from your bus stop to your home.

Depew Union Free School District