Bus Rider Safety Guidelines, Expectations & Rider Agreement

Bus Rider Safety Guidelines and Expectations

Includes:
- Transportation Mission Statement
- Bus Regulations for Students
- Student Management Program
- Rider Agreement
THE RIDER AGREEMENT MUST BE SIGNED BY THE PARENT/GUARDIAN AND SUBMITTED BEFORE STUDENT CAN RIDE THE BUS.

Mission Statement

The mission for Kellyville Public Schools Transportation Department is to:
“Provide students with safe and reliable transportation with a commitment to service and excellence.”

We understand it takes the cooperation of everyone for successful, safe and
reliable transportation on the school buses. The key element for this to work is for the driver and the students to work together in all aspects of the service. The number one reason for fatalities and injuries on school buses are driver distractions by students on the bus.

We want to ensure a safe trip each time the bus is moving our students to and
from school or extracurricular activities. Drivers are put through training to address
many different scenarios including student management. To help do your part of this equation please make sure that you are reading through this agreement with the student so they are aware of the rules and the consequences that could happen from not following the rules. We appreciate your help and support for another great school year!

Please do not hesitate to reach out if there is an issue or you are needing any questions answered.

Thank you,
Kellyville Public Schools
Director of Transportation
Jacob (Jake) Prather
918-247-6133
pratherj@kellyvilleschools.org
BUS REGULATIONS FOR STUDENTS:
1. Be on time at the bus stop, which is 5-10 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time.
2. Wait for the bus to come to a complete stop before attempting to board.
  1. If you must cross the road, wait for the driver to signal you across.
3. Always cross at least 10 feet in front of the bus.
4. When necessary, there may be 3 students to a seat.
5. Students must sit in their assigned seat.
6. Students must sit facing the front, with their backs against the seat.
7. Feet should touch the floor if possible.
8. After boarding the bus, students must remain in their assigned seat until the bus reaches the destination.
  1. The transportation office must approve any alternate stop in advance.
9. Students are required to use the stop nearest to their home.
10. The student is responsible for the damage to any bus fixtures or equipment and must pay for such damages.
11. Aisles must be kept clear at all times.
12. If the student has personal items, these must be held in their laps.
13. At no time will a student put any part of their body out of the bus window.
14. Students should not talk to another student that is outside the bus.
15. No loud talking or yelling is allowed.
16. No loud noises including bluetooth or audio speakers. All electronic devices must be accompanied by headphones. These items must not be a distraction to the driver or cause issues with other riders.
17. Students may not have food, beverages, gum, or candy on the bus. Bottled water is acceptable.
A DRIVER OR MONITOR HAS THE RESPONSIBILITY TO CORRECT ANY STUDENT ON THE BUS FOR ANY UNSAFE ACTIVITY.

A STUDENT MAY BE DENIED PERMISSION TO RIDE A BUS TO AND FROM SCHOOL IF THEY CHOOSE NOT TO COOPERATE WITH THE RULES.

FIGHTING, ABUSIVE LANGUAGE OR GESTURES, DAMAGING SCHOOL EQUIPMENT, FAILURE TO COOPERATE WITH SCHOOL PERSONNEL, USE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, WEAPONS, ETC. ARE MAJOR VIOLATIONS THAT WILL RESULT IN AUTOMATIC BUS SUSPENSION.

PARENTS MUST ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE BEHAVIOR OF THEIR STUDENTS WHILE RIDING THE BUS. IF PERMISSION TO RIDE THE BUS IS SUSPENDED, THE PARENT WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR TRANSPORTATION UNTIL SUCH TIME AS THE STUDENT IS ALLOWED TO RIDE AGAIN.

THE PARENT SHOULD KEEP THESE REGULATIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
ADMINISTRATOR
- A student whose behavior is such that it directly jeopardizes the safe operation of the school bus, or directly challenges the authority of the driver will lose their riding privilege without receiving previous warning.
- Immediate loss of riding privilege will result from vandalism, fighting, abusive language or gestures directed toward students or school personnel, failure to cooperate with drivers, possession and/or use of drugs, weapons, etc. throwing of or spitting objects or any other actions that jeopardize the safety of student passengers or school personnel.
- Any disciplinary action taken will be conducted through the students' respective Principal.
THE ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION FOR MINOR OFFENSES WILL BE AS FOLLOWS:
- 1st offense: Student will be spoken with and placed on probation via a written warning.
- 2nd offense: Student will forfeit riding privileges for 3 days
- 3rd offense: Student will forfeit riding privileges for 10 days and must visit with principal for reinstatement
- Last offense: Termination of bus riding privileges.
Parent contact will always be made if possible, and a Corrective Action Form will be sent home with the student for the parents to sign and return. Students that break probation will lose bus riding privileges.

The disciplinary steps listed are normally followed to correct inappropriate behavior. However, steps may be skipped if the behavior merits a more severe action. The student management program is based primarily on the number of occurrences. When bus riding privileges are removed for the given number of days there will be no flexibility regarding the decision. Your understanding and cooperation is appreciated.
Parent/Guardian and Student Rider Agreement
Please complete and submit the information below. Note that your student will not be allowed to ride the bus without this completion.

Any complaints or issues must be promptly reported to the Transportation Director @ 918-247-6133.

We have read and agree to the terms of the agreement.
Student 1 - Name
Student 1 - Grade
Student 2 - Name
Student 2 - Grade
Student 3 - Name
Student 3 - Grade
Student 4 - Name
Student 4 - Grade
Bus Route
If you don't know the bus route number, you can leave this blank. Please call the your site office to learn the bus route, stop location and pickup time for your student(s).
Bus Stop Location
Pickup Time
Parent Note: My child can walk to and from the bus independently.

YesNo
Parent/Guardian Name
Signature

Clear
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Mobile Phone
Please enter a valid phone number.
Home Phone
Please enter a valid phone number.
Work Phone
Please enter a valid phone number.
Should be Empty:

Bus Rider Safety Guidelines and Expectations

Mission Statement

BUS REGULATIONS FOR STUDENTS:

ADMINISTRATOR

THE ADMINISTRATIVE ACTION FOR MINOR OFFENSES WILL BE AS FOLLOWS:

Parent/Guardian and Student Rider Agreement