Certain rules and regulations
have been established for students who are transported
to and from school on Baldwin-Whitehall buses and vans.
These rules are for the safety of the students who ride
the buses.
All residents should become familiar with these rules.
Parents of young children should review the rules with
them. Violations of these rules and regulations can result
in loss of riding privileges.
Prior
to Loading (at the bus stop and at school)
1.
Be on time
at the designated bus stop. Do not arrive more than
ten minutes prior to the scheduled time.
2.
Stay off
the road at all times while waiting for the bus.
Riders must conduct themselves in a safe manner
while waiting for the bus.
3.
Respect the property
of the homeowner at the bus stop. Do not damage
hedges, flowers, grass, retaining walls. Do not
litter.
4.
Wait until the bus comes
to a complete stop before attempting to board the
bus.
5.
Do not cross the road
until all traffic has come to a complete stop. Check
both ways.
6.
Do not push or shove
while boarding the bus.
While
on the Bus
1.
Keep hands
and heads inside the bus at all times.
2.
Do not litter
on the bus. Eating and drinking on the bus is prohibited.
3.
No smoking on the bus.
4.
Remember that loud talking
and laughing or unnecessary confusion can divert
the driver's attention and can result in a serious
accident.
5.
Do not damage the bus
in any way. Offenders are responsible for payment
for damage to seats, window, ect.
6.
Never tamper with the
bus or any equipment on the bus.
7.
Take care not to leave
lunches , books, or other articles on the bus.
8.
Keep book, packages,
coats, and other objects out of the aisles.
9.
Do not leave the seat
while the bus is in motion.
10.
Do not throw anything
out of the bus windows.
11.
Horseplay or rowdiness
is not permitted on the bus.
12.
In the event of an
emergency, stay on the bus and follow the directions
of the driver.
After
Leaving the Bus
1.
When crossing
the road, look to be certain that all traffic has
stopped in both directions. Cross at least ten feet
in front of the bus.
2.
Drivers
will not discharge riders at places other than the
regular bus stop or at school unless authorized
by a school official.
Video
Cameras on Transportation Vehicles
The Board of School Directors authorizes the use
of a video surveillance camera system on vehicles
used for the transportation of pupils. The purpose
of the system is to support the discipline polices
of the school district. The operation and use of
the video surveillance system shall be included
in the student readership and the driver inservice
training programs.
Notification of the video surveillance system
on such vehicles shall be provided to parents, students,
and staff. A notice shall be placed in each vehicle
indicating that such a surveillance system may be
in operation.
Video tapes will be maintained in the Transportation
Office for a period of ten school days following
the date of taping except in those instances where
disciplinary action is pending. Employees responsible
for implementing the discipline policies of the
school district shall be permitted to view the tapes.
A student and his/her parents may view only that
portion of a video tape which relates to the discipline
of the student.
