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Bus Riders

The Rules and Regulations formulated by the State Board of Education for all public schools in Tennessee, in accordance with Tennessee Code Annotated 49-6-2102, state:

“A pupil shall become ineligible for pupil transportation when his behavior is such as to cause dissension on a school bus, or when he disobeys State or Local Rules and Regulations pertaining to pupil transportation.”

The following are violations in which your child could receive a bus suspension:

Getting out of seat, Pushing/Tripping, Excessive Mischief, Eating/ Drinking/ Littering, Disobey Driver, Hands/Head out of Window, Destruction of Property, Fighting /Assault, Smoking/Use of Tobacco, Rude/ Discourteous/unacceptable Language, Throwing Objects, Yelling/Hollering

Any other conduct prejudicial to good order on the bus such as attitude and/or foul language towards the driver shall result in a bus suspension for a time period to be determined by the principal.

These rules are developed to assist us in transporting your child in a safe and efficient manner.

Please discuss with your child the following guidelines regarding bus stops to further ensure their safety:
  1. Be on time.
  2. Stay clear of traffic while waiting for the bus.
  3. Wait until the bus comes to a complete stop before boarding.
  4. Cross the street ONLY when the driver tells you it is safe.
  5. Never cross behind the bus.
  6. Be absolutely QUIET at railroad crossings.

“RIDING THE SCHOOL BUS IS A PRIVILEGE”

DON’T LOSE THIS PRIVILEGE.