OUR GOAL IS TO PROVIDE SAFE AND TIMELY BUS SERVICE FOR THE OVER 2,000 STUDENTS WHO RIDE OUR BUSES EVERY DAY.

An infraction point system is used by the transportation department to respond to violations of bus riding rules for students of all ages. A parent or guardian will be contacted prior to a student receiving infraction points to discuss appropriate discipline. Infraction points accumulate over a school year. Disciplinary action is based on infraction points, however the Director of Transportation has discretion to assign consequences as warranted. For more information, visit weldre4.org.

Weld RE-4 transporters are highly trained professionals who have your child's safety in mind.

Riding the school bus is a privilege, and students are expected to cooperate with their transporter to promote bus safety. A transporter or aide may confer with a student, change bus seating, assign a specific seat, reinforce student successes, and establish consequences for inappropriate bus rider behavior.

When violations of bus riding rules occur, a written citation may be issued. Severe or hazardous conduct may result in a bus suspension or expulsion.

TRANSPORTATION BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS

Be Safe

At the bus stop:

  • Wait in line safely behind the curb until the bus stops (10 feet)
  • Keep hands and property to self
  • Load only when door opens Look to the driver/aide for directions
  • Enter in single-file line

On the bus:

  • Sit correctly
    • Seat to seat
    • Feet to floor
    • Back to back of seat
  • Stay seated at all times in your original seat
  • Ensure bodies and property are in the “safe zone” (keep aisles free)
  • Be aware of others

Be Respectful

At the bus stop:

  • Use appropriate language
  • Show respect to passing cars and people
  • Respect others’ personal space and property

On the bus:

  • Use appropriate language
  • Keep hands/feet and property to self
  • No inappropriate gestures to passing cars
  • Listen to all adults
  • Take care not to damage the bus

Be Responsible

At the bus stop:

  • Arrive at bus stop 5 minutes early and be ready to board when bus arrives
  • Report danger and emergencies to transporter
  • Be a role model for others, especially younger riders

On the bus:

  • Carry backpacks in front of you while loading and unloading
  • Support transporter; be kind
  • No eating/drinking
  • Practice self-control
  • Quietly and safely engage in activities (handheld game, book, homework, etc.) • Keep the bus clean
DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS

*The cost of damaged property is the reponsibility of the student's family.

1-2 POINTS Written warning unless severe offense

3-4 POINTS Student is required to submit a one-page paper about the safety issue regarding the offense committed to the driver before ridership privileges are reinstated.

5-7 POINTS 1-day ridership suspension

8 POINTS 5-day ridership suspension

9 POINTS 10-day ridership suspension

10 POINTS OR ABOVE * Ridership privileges revoked for the school year. *If a 10-point infraction is for alcohol, vaping, or any tobacco product/paraphernalia possession or use, transportation privileges may be reviewed after 45 days, and if the student completes a district-approved drug/alcohol awareness program.

INFRACTION GUIDLINES 1 - 3 POINTS

1 Point

  • Excessive noise/music
  • Food/drink out of backpack
  • Not sitting in assigned seat (when they are assigned)
  • Unauthorized objects (items listed on conduct rules)
  • Not keeping hands to self

2 Points

  • Standing/moving while bus is in motion
  • Not following driver or aide’s instructions
  • Not sitting properly
  • Littering
  • Not exiting at assigned bus stop
  • Public display of affection
  • False accusations/lying
  • Yelling out the window
  • Inappropriate use of electronic devices

3 Points

  • Not quiet at railroad crossing
  • Tampering with others’ property
  • Profanity/inappropriate language and conversations
INFRACTION GUIDELINES 5 - 10 POINTS

5 Points

  • Physical horseplay (tripping, pushing, etc.)
  • Unauthorized use of emergency exit
  • Making contact with moving bus
  • Throwing objects inside or out the window of bus
  • Spitting/licking
  • Destruction of district property

8 Points

  • Defiant behavior
  • Theft
  • Physical harm to others
  • Any sexual behavior
  • Indecent exposure
  • Having any body part out the window

10 Points

  • Physically fighting
  • Bullying or harassment
  • Drug, alcohol, vaping, or any tobacco product/paraphernalia possession, use, or sale
  • Dangerous items (weapons, explosives, etc.)
  • Assaulting driver or aide
  • Throwing anything at driver or aide
  • Gang activity
  • Threats of violence