Bus Safety

Information courtesy of the American Red Cross and AAA of Michigan

Line up facing the school bus door-not along the side of the school bus.
Don’t play in the street while waiting for the school bus.
Carry your belongings in a backpack or book bag.
Never reach under a school bus to get anything that has rolled or fallen underneath.
After getting off the school bus, move immediately onto the sidewalk or road shoulder out of traffic.
Wait for a signal from the bus driver before you cross the street. Walk at least 10 steps away from the front of the bus so the driver can see you.
Never cross the street behind the school bus.
Listen to and obey the school bus driver at all times.
Sit quietly in the seat and speak quietly with other children.

When the yellow lights on the school bus are blinking low, you may pass the bus but please go slow.
When the yellow lights are flashing on top, please be prepared to stop.
When red lights are flashing, stop at least 20 feet from the school bus and remain stopped until the red lights stop flashing.
Obey the posted speed limits in residential and school zones.