Student Transportation

STUDENT PARKING/DRIVING

• Vehicles are to be parked in the authorized parking areas on school grounds.
• Students are not to park in front of the building, along any yellow curb on campus, nor in the access road of the lunchroom.
• Students are not permitted to sit in cars or loiter in the parking lot.
• The school is not and cannot be held responsible for vehicles and/or contents thereof while parked on campus. It is the responsibility of the driver/owner.
• Vehicles should be kept locked at all times when unoccupied.
• Any damage to or tampering with a vehicle while it is parked on campus should be reported immediately to the office.
• Towing is at Owner’s Expense.

• Students operating motorized vehicles on school premises shall do so in accordance with Alabama traffic laws.
• System and school rules and regulations must be followed at all times.
• Students must provide a copy of their driver’s license and proof of insurance before they are authorized to bring a vehicle on school premises.
• Violation of these procedures may result in arrest and prosecution in accordance with Alabama law and/or disciplinary action by local school officials.
• Failure to follow safe driving procedures may result in the suspension of driving privileges.

• Must have a driving permit from Athens High School or Renaissance School.
• Must have a driving permit from LCCTC completed and signed by all required personnel.
• Students are not allowed passengers for this purpose.

STUDENT BUS TRANSPORTATION

Students

• Students must be at their bus stop on time. The bus will not wait for students who are tardy. 
• Plan to be at the bus stop at least ten (10) minutes early. Failure to be at your bus stop on time may result in bus riding privileges being suspended.
• Students must board the bus and find their seat promptly and remain seated at all times while the bus is in motion. 
• Drivers have the authority to assign seats and students are required to sit in the seat they are assigned. 
• The bus/bus stop is an extension of the school in which the student attends.
• Misconduct on the bus/bus stop will be subject to discipline just as if the misconduct took place in the classroom. Student due process will be followed. 
• Music devices are allowed by driver permission only and only with ear-buds or headphones. A driver may deny one or all riders the use of music devices on their bus.
• Do not run to or from the bus stop.
• Be alert for vehicles in driveways and parking lots. Refrain from horseplay while waiting on the bus.
• Do not move toward the bus until the driver has given you permission.
• Do not talk to driver while bus is in motion.
• School procedures for cell phone use and discipline are in effect.

Parents

• Students will only be picked up and dropped off at their designated stop.
• Parents are responsible for getting students to and from the bus stop.
• Kindergarten students must have a parent/guardian/adult at the bus stop when student is dropped off. Student will be taken back to school for parent to pick up if an adult is not present. 
• Parents should read and discuss school bus riding policies with their children and explain that the rules are written for the safety of everyone on the bus.
• Know the laws concerning stopping for school buses that are loading and unloading.
• Objects that could c ause reduced visibility or distractions should not be carried on
• the bus. Items included but not limited to are: balloons, kites, animals, insects, plants, large posters. All items must fit under the seat or in lap.
• Parents and unauthorized persons are not allowed to board the school bus. 

Bus Discipline

• Riding the school bus is a privilege, not a right. Misconduct on the bus is a safety hazard and may result in a student losing that privilege. 
• Principals and bus system administrators are authorized to suspend or terminate bus privileges.
• If a child loses his/her bus riding privilege, the parents assume the responsibility for transportation to and from school.

On the Bus

• Follow the instructions of the driver at all times.
• Talk quietly and stay seated while the bus is in motion. Be courteous and respectful of others.
• No loud talking or shouting.
• Keep arms and head inside the windows. Be silent at railroad crossings.
• Keep books, backpacks, and other belongings out of the aisle. 
• Do not use profanity or abusive language.
• Eating and drinking on the bus is prohibited.
• Do not write on or damage the seats. Students/parents may be responsible for damages.

• Never throw objects inside the bus or out of the window. (Students will be responsible for damages incurred by such action.)
• Do not leave paper or trash on the bus. Thank you for helping to keep the bus clean.
• Cell phones on the bus are allowed but only to be used by the owner of the phone. Taking pictures and recording any videos is prohibited. 
• Students shall not make any physical contact with any other student, including public displays of affection, horseplay, scuffles or fights, or making any threats while riding the bus.

Safety Tips

• Hold onto the handrail to prevent a slip or fall. Go directly to your seat and sit down.
• Move away from the bus as soon as you exit.
• Look to the rear of the bus for oncoming vehicles as you exit the bus. 
• Do not play in the loading/unloading zones.
• Never go back to retrieve anything you may have dropped or left behind.
• Never bend down near or under the bus.
• ALWAYS STAY WHERE THE BUS DRIVER CAN SEE YOU – THINK BEFORE YOU MOVE!!