Transportation
Most of our students begin and end their school day on the bus. Together, we can ensure they have safe, professional, and efficient transportation every day.The Penn-Delco Transportation Department transports over 3,000 students to and from Penn-Delco District schools daily, in addition to more than 400 private school students and our district's special education children.
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Bus Rider Expectations
- Students are required to be at their assigned bus stop five minutes prior to the posted pick up time.
- Scheduled pick-up and drop-off times can be affected by traffic and weather conditions.
- Significant delays will be communicated to parents as quickly as possible.
- The bus cannot wait for students who are late.
- Bus drivers are not permitted to pick up or drop off at stops other than the designated stops.
- Students are expected to behave on the bus as they do in the classroom.
- Students that violate the bus rules, damage the bus or property at the bus stop will be disciplined by their respective building principal.
- Discipline for failing to obey the bus rules can result in the loss of ridership privileges.
Bus Safety Tips for Parents and Students
- Arrive at the bus stop five minutes early.
- Line up at least five steps away from the curb.
- Never run after a departing bus.
- Avoid pushing when getting on or off the bus.
- Cross at least 10 feet in front of the bus so the driver can see you.
- Wait for the bus to stop all traffic before crossing the road.
- Stay seated when the bus is moving.
- Keep your head, arms, and hands inside the bus.
- Talk quietly to avoid distracting the driver.
- Remain calm and quiet at railroad crossings.
- Always follow the driver’s instructions.
- Don’t play with emergency exits.
- Ensure aisles and emergency exits are clear.
- In an emergency, listen to the driver and follow instructions.
- Secure drawstrings and loose objects when getting off the bus.
- Never cross the street behind the bus.
- If you drop something, don’t go back for it.
- Never speak to or get into a car with strangers.