Tuesday, August 05, 2008
For millions of students nationwide, the school day begins and ends with a trip on the school bus. Unfortunately, each year many children are injured and a few are killed in school bus accidents. Most of these occur when children are outside the bus. For safety's sake, please remind your children to:
- Always be at the bus stop on time
- Avoid running, roughhousing, or other behavior that can lead to carelessness
- Wait for the school bus to come to a complete stop before entering or leaving
- Cross the street at least ten feet in front of the bus so the driver can see you
- Wait for the driver's signal before crossing and NEVER walk behind the bus
And drivers, of course, should recognize THEIR responsibility when approaching a school bus that has stopped.
Riding the school bus can be a new and exciting experience for many children. Follow these guidelines and it will also be a safe one.