Bus Conduct

MASD Transportation Safety Guidelines

Arrive at the bus stop 5 minutes prior to the scheduled time.
Look for traffic in both directions before crossing any street.
Utilize crosswalk areas and cross with a crossing guard when able.
Stand at least 5 feet back from the curb and wait for the bus to come to a complete stop. Allow the doors to open before approaching the bus to board.
Remain seated while the bus is in motion or if delayed on the road.
Conduct yourself in an acceptable manner at all times; school rules and regulations extend to the school buses and vans.
Keep the isles of the buses clear.
DO NOT stand in the street while waiting for the bus.
DO NOT extend arms, heads, or any other appendages out of the bus windows at any time.
DO NOT litter or throw anything out of the bus windows.
DO NOT use an unusually loud tone or foul language.
DO NOT participate in fighting, pushing, tripping, hitting, or spitting.
DO NOT bring unlawful items onto the bus.
DO NOT damage or deface any part of the bus or interfere with the emergency doors or exits, except in the event of an emergency or emergency drill.
DO NOT use any tobacco products, e-cigarettes, illegal substances, or bring related paraphernalia onto the bus.

All school rules and regulations extend to the school buses and vans.
The school bus driver shall be responsible for the discipline of students while they are being transported.
The principal may suspend a student from bus transportation for disciplinary reasons, and the parents/guardians shall be responsible for the student’s transportation.
The use of video and audio recording equipment supports efforts to maintain discipline and to ensure the safety and security of all students, staff, contractors, and others being transported on District-owned, operated, or contracted school buses or school vehicles.