Information
Easy links to district transportation sites, plus general safety information to share with younger students before riding the school bus.
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Portland school district school bus information
- Centennial School District
- David Douglas School District
- Parkrose School District
- Portland Public Schools
- Reynolds School District
General School Bus Safety
These are general safety tips to review with a younger child. To find school-specific information about bus routes, stops, or safety guidelines, visit your school district website.
Safety Tips & Activity Handout
School Bus Safety Tips Handout - English
Consejos de seguridad para viajar en el autobús escolar
Советы по безопасному использованию школьных автобусов
校車安全提示
Các Gợi ý An toàn Xe Buýt Học đường
Getting on the bus
- When waiting for the bus, stay back from the street until the bus arrives and the driver opens the door
- Be respectful of yards and private property near your bus stop
- Use the handrail when boarding
Riding the bus
- Keep hands and feet to yourself
- Be respectful to other riders
- Keep aisles clear of books and bags
- Keep hands, arms and head inside the bus
- Put trash in garbage cans
Getting off the bus
- Use the handrail when going down the stairs
- Take five big steps away from the bus when you exit
- If you have to cross in front of the bus, always be sure the driver can see you
- Listen to the bus driver in case they have special instructions
- Stay away from the rear wheels of the bus at all times