BUS TRANSPORTATION
School transportation privileges are extended to students conditional upon their satisfactory behavior
on the bus. Students may be suspended from transportation services for unsatisfactory conduct while
awaiting or receiving transportation to and from school which endangers persons or property or
violates a Board policy or administrative regulation.
TRANSPORTATION AND SAFETY
Bus transportation shall be furnished by the Board of Education to resident public and parochial
students living beyond the following limits based on most direct routes from students’ homes to
the edge of the school property.
Kindergarten - Grade 2 . . . . . . 1 mile
Grades 3 - 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1¼ miles
It is important for students to maintain good behavior on the bus in the interest of safety and for
the well-being of all concerned. Failure to comply with basic safety regulations may result in
the loss of bus privileges and/or suspension from school. Questions or concerns with bus
schedules should be directed to:
Smyth Bus, Inc. at 860-623-8775.
SAFE RIDING PRACTICES
Every student riding a school bus must follow the proper and safe riding practices outlined by the school
administration.
All students must:
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Leave home early enough to arrive at the bus stop on time. Avoid having to run to catch the bus.
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Wait for your bus at the designated stop in a safe place well off the roadway.
Board the bus in an orderly manner and take a seat.
Follow instructions of the school bus driver.
Remain in the seat while the bus is in motion.
Keep head and arms inside the bus at all times.
Keep aisles clear at all times.
Remain quiet and orderly.
Be courteous to the school bus driver and fellow passengers.
Be alert to traffic when leaving the bus. Do not cross immediately in front of the bus. Cross 10 to 15
feet in front of the bus and, at all times, be watchful for other vehicles which may not stop for the
school bus.
To prevent exposure to students with special dietary needs (with food allergies), no eating or drinking
on school buses is allowed per Board Policy 5141.25.
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