Student Conduct and Bus Rules

  • The ¿´Æ¬ÊÓƵ Union School District is committed to providing a safe environment for all students using transportation services.  Students must conduct themselves at all times in a manner that shows respect for themselves and consideration for others. Conduct expectations and rules are to ensure that the bus is safe for all passengers.  Students who fail to follow these rules and disrupt the safe operation of our buses can lose their riding privileges and or face additional consequences at school.  The safe transportation of our students is a responsibility that the ¿´Æ¬ÊÓƵ Union School District takes very seriously.

     

    Student Conduct

    • Arrive at your bus stop 5 minutes before the scheduled stop time.
    • Students who are riding on a school bus equipped with seat belts are required to properly wear the seat belt provided.
    • Any damage done to private property at a bus stop shall result in transportation privileges being suspended.
    • Pupil clothing shall comply with CVUSD standards.
    • Conduct yourself in an orderly manner while waiting for the school bus.
    • When the bus approaches, stay back 12 feet.
    • Have your bus pass out and ready to scan when entering or exiting the bus.
    • Show the driver your ticket and or bus pass as you board the bus.
    • Find a seat quickly.
    • Board and exit the bus in an orderly manner.
    • Make room for others.
    • Remain seated at all times while the bus is in motion.
    • Use your regular voice to talk inside the bus.
    • Keep the area around your seat clean.
    • Be respectful to the driver and others on the school bus.

    Riding Rules

    • Pupils being transported are under the authority of the bus driver (CCR 14103).
    • Bus passes are the property of CVUSD and may not be used by other students.
    • Eating, drinking, gum or tobacco chewing, spitting, vaping and smoking are not permitted.
    • Fighting, wrestling, or boisterous activity is prohibited on the bus.
    • Pupils shall use the emergency exit only in case of an emergency.
    • Animals, birds, reptiles, fish, insects, breakable containers, hazardous materials, weapons, or unsafe objects will not be transported.
    • Objects shall not be thrown at, within, or out of the bus.
    • Pupils shall sit upright, face the front of the bus, keep all body parts out of the aisle.
    • Keep your hands to yourself.
    • Pupils may be assigned seats by the bus driver.
    • When necessary to cross the road, pupils shall cross in front of the bus, under the protection of the red lights, and follow the driver's instructions.
    • Pupils shall not extend their hands, arms, or body parts through the bus windows.
    • Pupils shall have written permission to leave the bus other than at home or school.
    • Harassment, profanity, vulgarity, or obscene gestures will not be tolerated.
    • Pupils shall keep the bus clean and shall refrain from damaging or vandalizing it.
    • All pupils are prohibited from creating disturbances such as taking pictures, filming with a cell phone, sharing videos, or any activities that could distract the driver.