Riding a bus to and from school in Altar Valley School district is a privilege not to be taken lightly. All students must understand and observe good conduct, courtesy, cooperation, and respect for the authority of the bus driver.
Before the Bus Arrives
- Arrive at your bus stop five minutes before pick-up time.
- Be ready to board the bus before it arrives. (Be out of vehicle.)
- Wait for the bus a safe distance from the edge of the road.
- Stay off private property.
Boarding the Bus
- Wait for the bus to come to a complete stop.
- Be polite (No pushing/shoving) and wait your turn getting on the bus.
- Use handrail.
Conduct on the Bus
- Follow directions of the bus driver.
- Walk to your assigned seat and keep the aisle clear.
- Do not stand or move around while the bus is moving.
- Talk quietly so the driver can hear traffic noises.
- Keep hands and head inside the bus.
- Do not stick or throw anything out the window.
- No horseplay or foul language.
- All sporting equipment needs to be in a backpack or held in lap.
- No spraying of perfume or cologne.
- Use earbuds or headphones for electronic devices.
- No taking of pictures or videos.
- No eating.
- All drinks must be in spill-proof bottles.
- Large projects need to be picked up by a parent or guardian.
- Boys on one side, girls on the other side.
Leaving the Bus
- Do not leave your seat until the bus comes to a full stop.
- Take turns, don’t crowd others.
- Use the handrail.
- Always cross in front of the bus.
- Pre-K and Kindergarten: Parents must come to the bus door.