Westbrook School F.A.Q.s

WHILE ON THE BUS

Go immediately to assigned seat and remain there until bus reaches the school.

Keep arms or other parts of the body inside the bus at all times after entering and until leaving the bus.

Assist in keeping the bus safe and sanitary at all times.

Obey the driver promptly and cheerfully. He or she has a large responsibility and pupils must cooperate.

Loud talking, laughter or undue confusion tends to divert the driver's attention. Remember your life depends on the driver watching the road.

Refrain from conversation with the driver while the bus is in motion. Classroom conduct is expected except for conversation in normal tones.

Bus riders are not permitted to leave their seats while the bus is in motion.

Treat bus equipment as you would valuable furniture in your own home. Damage to seats, etc. must be paid for by the offender.

Remember the bus and its equipment serves a purpose. Tampering with any part may result in serious injury to yourself or others.

Any damage to the bus should be reported immediately to the driver.
Leave no books, lunches or other articles on the bus.

Keep your books, packages, coats and all other objects out of the aisles. Your life may depend on a clear passage to the emergency door.

Be courteous and responsible passengers at all times. Help look after the comfort of small children.

Do not open or close windows without permission of the driver.
Never throw articles from the bus windows.

Smoking is not permitted on the school bus.

Obey the school bus safety patrol at all times.

Learn how to get off the bus quickly in case of an emergency.

Always enter and leave the bus through the front door. The rear door is for emergency use only.