Getting Around

Where there's school, there's bound to be school buses. By following these few simple rules, you can stay safe while riding the bus:

Arrive at the bus stop at least five minutes before your bus is scheduled to pick you up.
Always stand 4 giant steps back from the curb. When lining up, make your line away from the street.
Never walk behind the bus.
If you have to cross the street, take at least six giant steps forward on the sidewalk before turning to cross the street. That way, you and the bus driver can see each other.
When you're getting on and off the bus, make sure nothing gets left behind. Watch the straps on your bag - they can get caught in the door.
If you do drop something near the bus, tell the driver before you pick it up. You want to make sure that the bus driver knows where you are at all times.

Don't take the bus to school? We've got tips for you too:

Work out a safe route to school with your parents. Choose the quickest way with the fewest street crossings and use intersections with crossing guards. Stay away from parks, vacant lots, fields, and other places where there aren't many people around.
Whenever you can, walk to and from school with a friend, neighbor, brother, or sister. Don't go by yourself.
If you bike or skate to school, wear a helmet. And don't forget to lock up your bike with a sturdy lock wherever you leave it.