School Bus Conduct
The bus driver has the same authority to enforce rules on the bus as the teacher has in the classroom. Students involved in bus misconduct, showing disrespect for the driver, or causing damage to the bus, may lose their bus privileges.
The bus driver has the same authority to enforce rules on the bus as the teacher has in the classroom. Students involved in bus misconduct, showing disrespect for the driver, or causing damage to the bus, may lose their bus privileges.
- First Violation - A warning notice or bus suspension may be given to the student by the principal. The parents will be notified of the notice or the suspension.
- Second Violation - A bus notice or suspension may be given with parent duly notified.
- Third Violation - Loss of riding privileges on the bus for an indefinite period. A meeting may need to be arranged with the principal and the director of transportation.
- Violations - Some violations may necessitate the immediate suspension of a student from riding a bus.
* Attendance in school during bus suspension is mandatory.
If an incident occurs on the bus between students, please contact the school your child attends. The school administrator will investigate the concern. If you have a concern regarding the vehicle your child is riding or the bus driver, please call ABC Transit at (724) 473-4500 or the Transportation Department at (724) 452-6040, ext. 1758.
