online safety guide for parents

STUDENT

TRANSPORTATION
Parents’ Guide
2021-2022

MESSAGE TO PARENTS

Please take the time to review this guide and reintroduce the safety
concepts to your children. Safety is a team effort and we appreciate
your cooperation!

COVID-19– What’s New

While New Brunswick has entered the green
phase of recovery, we know that COVID-19 is
still in our communities. This is why we will continue
to have some protective health measures in place to help limit its
spread.

This year school buses will be able to transport students at normal
capacity and they will be disinfected daily. Students are encour-
aged to sit in the same seats and with the same students as much
as possible. Students must wash or sanitize their hands before leav-
ing home in the morning. Bus drivers will continue to use barrier
curtains installed on buses last year.

All individuals on a bus will be required to wear a mask, except
for the bus driver when driving or if the curtains are deployed.

RIDING

THE SCHOOL BUS

Time For School

Please Be On Time

Leave home early enough to be at your stop at
least 5 minutes before the bus arrives.

Walk Safely

Stay on the sidewalks or, if there are none,
walk on the left side of the road, facing
oncoming traffic. Always remember to look
both ways before crossing the street.

At The Bus Stop

 Stay on the sidewalk or side of the road while you wait for the bus.
 Respect people's property
 Keep away from the bus path.
 When crossing the roadway to get on the bus, always cross in

front of the bus.
 Wait for the bus to make a complete stop, with the red lights

flashing, and look at the driver for the signal that will indicate that
it’s okay to cross.

RIDING THE SCHOOL BUS

Getting On The Bus

 Form a line. Wait your turn to get on the bus.
 Move along. Step quickly and use the handrail when you are

entering or leaving the bus. Watch your step.
 Go directly to your seat and sit down.

Getting Off The Bus Leaving The Bu

 Keep an eye out for your stop.  Move away from the bus, at
Get ready. When your stop is least 4 giant steps (3 meters)
near, gather your book bag,
lunchbox, etc.  If you must cross the road,
always cross in front of the b
 Wait until the bus makes a
complete stop before getting
up from your seat.

 Always walk and remember to
be courteous. Let others in
front of you get off first.

 Remember to use the handrail.

 Always get off at your own
stop.

The Bus Ride

 Standing in the aisle is not

 Talking is allowed on the bus, permitted.

but please keep your voice low.  If the driver allows you to open

 Keep the aisles clear. Place a window, keep your hands,
your book bag on your lap. arms and head inside.
Throwing objects out the

window could cause damage

or an accident.

 Eating and drinking are not
allowed on the bus.

Help Your Bus Driver
Do Their Job Well!

The bus driver is there to help
you get to and from school

safely. Help him/her do his/her
job well.

us you the signal to cross.

 Take 5 giant steps along the  Look both ways again and then
). front of the bus. walk across the road.

 Pass the crossing arm; stop;  Playing around the bus is
bus. look both ways. dangerous

 Wait for the bus driver to give



Items NOT

permitted on a

for the of
all passengers:

SAFETY FIRST Skateboard/Longboard
Large musical
instruments
Hockey sticks &
equipment
Ski equipment

Ice skates/Rollerblades:
Must be in a canvas type
bag and/or have skate

guards.
Large boxed science

projects
Or any items believed

to be dangerous by
the bus driver.

DANGER ZONE! danger
zone
Why you must cross 3 meters
in front of the bus?

When you are 3 meters in front of
the bus the driver can see you and
signal you to cross. At less than 3
meters, you’re in the danger zone:
there’s a chance the bus driver
won’t see you.

WHEN BOARDING THE BUS

Here’s How to Cross the Road

WHEN LEAVING THE BUS

Here’s How to Cross the Road

Crossing the Highway is DANGEROUS  Stay on yo
driver sign
REMEMBER
 Check and

Stay on your side of the road, far away from the traffic.
Wait for the bus to stop and for your driver’s signal to cross.

Check traffic both ways, then check again.
Cross walk directly across, checking traffic both ways.
Walk approximately 12 feet ahead of the bumper and board

the bus quickly.

Walk along the side of the road until you can see the driver.

Stop and wait for the signal to cross.

Walk & Stop go to the driver’s side cross view mirror and look

both ways - wait for the driver’s signal to cross.

Walk & Look for traffic both ways - if you see a vehicle that has

not stopped, go back to the bus - if all vehicles have
stopped, cross the road quickly.

our side of the road until your  Follow the 12-foot rule.

nals you to cross.  Board the bus quickly and go directly

d recheck for traffic. to your seat

Find Out More

If you have any questions regarding pupil transportation please check
out our FAQs page on the Anglophone South School District website,

under Busing, or contact us by phone at (506) 658-5300.

Check BusPlanner, found on the Busing page of the ASD-S website to
register your child and confirm their bus stop and pick-up/drop off
times.
In BusPlanner, subscribe to Bus Notifications for delays and
cancellations.

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