Durham School Services provides safety tips for children riding the school bus, including walking on sidewalks where available, avoiding distractions like phones when walking to the bus stop, staying seated on the bus, keeping body parts and belongings inside the bus at all times, and staying away from the bus wheels. The document encourages sharing these reminders to help keep safety the top priority.

1. Rollin’ with School Bus Safety
At Durham School Services, safety is our top priority. As we
gear up for back to school, we encourage everyone to do
their part in keeping safety first. Here are a few great
reminders to share with your children:
1. Always walk on the sidewalks, where available.
2. Remove headphones/ear buds and avoid texting or
talking on the phone while walking to and from the
bus stop or school.
3. Stay 10 steps away from the bus and make sure the
driver can see you.
4. Remain seated the entire duration of the bus ride
5. All body parts and belongings should remain inside
the bus and away from the windows at all times.
6. Know your drivers name and bus number to be sure
you are boarding the right bus.
7. Stay away from the bus wheels, especially the back
wheels, at all times.
For more safety tips, check out this infographic.