08/25/2026
As the school year begins, please remember to stay alert and practice bus safety, whether you're riding or driving. The safety of our residents is our top priority!
Safety Tips for Parents and Students
-Get to the school bus stop five minutes early so you won't have to run across the road to catch the bus.
-When waiting for the bus, stay away from traffic. Line up at least five giant steps away from the curb or the roadway to wait for the bus.
-Never run after the school bus if it has already left the bus stop.
-Always walk at least 10 feet in front of the bus when crossing so that the school bus driver can see you.
-Be aware - Cross with Care! Wait until the school bus has stopped all traffic before stepping out onto the road.
-When the school bus is moving, always stay in your seat. Never put your head, arms or hands out of the window.
-Talk quietly; do not distract your school bus driver.
-Never play with the emergency exits. Backpacks, band instruments, or sports equipment may not block the aisle or emergency exits. If there is an emergency, listen to the driver and follow instructions.
-Never cross the street behind the school bus.
-If you leave something on the bus or drop something outside of the bus, never go back for it. The driver may not see you and begin moving the bus.
Pennsylvania's School Bus Stopping Law
-Motorists must stop at least 10 feet away from school buses that have their red lights flashing and stop arm activated.
-Motorists must stop when they are behind a bus, meeting the bus or approaching an intersection where a bus is stopped.
-Motorists following or traveling alongside a school bus must also stop until the red lights have stopped flashing, the stop arm is withdrawn, and all children have reached safety.
-If physical barriers such as grassy medians, guide rails or concrete median barriers separate oncoming traffic from the bus, motorists in the opposing lanes may proceed without stopping.
-Do not proceed until all the children have reached a place of safety.
