W. Va. Code R. § 126-92-4

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 24, June 14, 2024

Section 126-92-4 - Regulations for Students Transported on Buses

4.1. Responsibilities of parents.

4.1.a. Parents shall:

4.1.a.1. provide written guidance regarding any special care a student may need while riding the bus.

4.1.a.2. be responsible for providing supervision for all prek-3 students at all bus stops until the bus arrives for both pickup and delivery.

4.2. The county board may terminate bus transportation service if a parent persistently fails to meet the bus at a designated stop. For these situations, due process procedures shall be made available to the parents and students.

4.3. Responsibilities of students.

4.3.a. Students shall:

4.3.a.1. walk on the left side of the road facing traffic.

4.3.a.2. wait for the bus in an orderly manner at the designated stop.

4.3.a.3. board and exit the bus in an orderly manner.

4.3.a.4. follow the operator's/aide's instructions at all times.

4.3.a.5. comply with Policy 4373.

4.3.a.6. be responsible for vandalism that occurs on a seat in which they ride.

4.3.a.7. change seats only with permission of the operator when the bus is not in motion.

4.3.a.8. avoid unnecessary conversation with the operator.

4.3.a.9. keep heads and arms inside bus windows at all times.

4.3.a.10. report any open exit or released hatch to the operator immediately.

4.3.a.11. provide enrollment information to the operator.

4.3.b. Students shall not:

4.3.b.1. eat, drink, or place objects in their mouths that may cause a choking hazard while on the bus except for medically necessary foods or medications according to W. Va. 126 CSR 25A, Policy 2422.7, Standards for Basic and Specialized Health Care Procedures (Policy 2422.7).

4.3.b.2. ride in step well or forward of front row seats.

4.3.b.3. stand at any time while the bus is in motion.

4.3.b.4. throw, or pass, any object of any nature into or from the bus through a door or window.

4.3.b.5. use harassing, profane, or obscene language or gestures.

4.3.b.6. open emergency exits, except during emergencies, unless directed by the operator.

4.3.b.7. wear headphones or any type of ear piece that may prevent hearing a warning signal or horn while loading or unloading from the bus.

W. Va. Code R. § 126-92-4