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Bus Safety

The safety of our students is a top priority. To ensure a safe and orderly transportation environment, all students are expected to follow the bus safety rules outlined below.

  1. Students must arrive at their assigned bus stop at least five minutes before the scheduled pickup time. The bus cannot wait for students who arrive late.
  2. Students must respect private property and may not trespass on property adjacent to bus stops.
  3. Students should wait for the bus in a safe area well away from the roadway.
  4. Parents and guardians should only drop off or pick up students at designated locations and, when possible, on the same side of the road as the bus.
  5. Students will be picked up and dropped off only at approved school or designated bus stops.
  6. Students must board the bus in an orderly manner and proceed directly to their assigned seat without pushing or crowding.
  7. Students must remain seated while the bus is in motion.
  8. No part of a student's body, clothing, or personal belongings may extend outside the bus windows at any time.
  9. Students shall not damage, deface, or vandalize the bus or any transportation equipment.
  10. Students must be respectful to the bus driver and courteous to fellow passengers. Fighting, horseplay, bullying, throwing objects, or other disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.
  11. Bus windows and emergency exits may only be opened when directed by the bus driver or in an emergency situation.
  12. Books, backpacks, lunch boxes, band instruments, and other personal items must be kept out of the aisles to ensure safe passage.
  13. Eating and drinking on the bus are permitted only at the discretion of the bus driver. Students are expected to help keep the bus clean and safe.
  14. Students may talk quietly with other riders; however, yelling, loud noises, or behavior that distracts the driver is prohibited.

Questions or Concerns

If you have questions regarding student transportation, bus safety procedures, or school bus operations, please contact the school office at 214-375-2039.

Failure to follow these bus safety rules may result in disciplinary action, including suspension or loss of bus riding privileges. Gateway Charter Academy appreciates the cooperation of students and parents in helping maintain a safe transportation environment for all riders.