At the bus stop

• Students should arrive at the morning bus stop 10 minutes early. The bus driver is not allowed to wait for lagging students.
• Keep all articles off the roadway, and remain well clear of traffic.
• Wait until the bus stops and walk to the door in an orderly fashion.
• Students living on the opposite side of the road from the bus stop should wait on their side until the bus arrives and wait until the driver signals them to cross.
• Students may use only the stop nearest their residence unless they get written permission from their principal and provide it to the bus driver.
• Do not disturb nearby residents by making excessive noise.
• Do not damage personal property.
• Unauthorized conduct, such as fighting or property damage, may be subject to action by the school as well as police.
• Afternoon bus arrival times may vary because of weather or traffic conditions. Receivers should plan to be at the bus stop 15 to 20 minutes before the scheduled arrival time.
• If a receiver is late to the bus stop, he can get information from the Transportation staff at (859) 381-3855.

On the bus

• Neither the bus driver, bus monitor nor students are permitted to use cell phones or other personal communication devices while the bus ignition is on.
• The bus driver may assign seats, and riders will share seats as directed.
• Neither the driver/monitor nor students are permitted to use tobacco products.
• Eating and drinking are not allowed.
• Weapons, explosives and any dangerous articles are prohibited.
• No animals or other items that might frighten other riders or distract the driver are allowed.
• Nothing may be placed in the aisle of the bus or where it would hamper evacuations in case of emergency.
• Profanity and obscene gestures are prohibited.
• Excessive noise, as determined by the driver, is prohibited.
• Riders will not extend any portion of their bodies outside the bus.
• Riders will never use the rear emergency exit except upon the direction of the driver or other competent authority.
• Riders will refrain from any language or action that might tend to embarrass or intimidate another student. Harassment may be cause for permanent suspension of riding privileges.

Disruptive riders 

Riding a school bus is a privilege. Students who violate pertinent rules may be subject to disciplinary action.

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