CAMPERS RIDING THE WILDWOOD BUS: 

Transportation provided to camp is a privilege. Inappropriate conduct at bus stops, on vehicles, or in the process of boarding or exiting from a vehicle may result in camper disciplinary action including, but not limited to, expulsion from camp.

Listed below are some general rules to follow:

·      Obey the driver’s instructions and don’t distract the driver through misbehavior

·      Remain seated and keep the aisles clear.

·      Remain seated until the scheduled stop.

·      Keep hands, arms, feet, legs and head inside the vehicle.

·      Talk quietly. Do not yell or use vulgar or abusive language.

·      Be courteous to the driver and others.

·      Do not throw anything inside the vehicle or from the vehicle.

·      No smoking, drinking or eating is allowed.

·      Do not bring animals, weapons, dangerous instruments, tobacco, alcohol or drugs in the vehicle.

·      Maintain orderly conduct at designated bus stops.

·      Provide proper identification when asked to do so.

Parents and Guardians with your assistance and cooperation, together we can make every effort to ensure the safety of your children while they ride the bus.

Conduct while boarding the bus:

·      Always use the handrail

·      Go up the steps one at a time.

·      Avoid pushing and shoving.

·      Go directly to your seat. The bus will not move until all passengers are seated.

·      Regulations do not permit passengers to stand in a moving bus.

Conduct on the bus:

·      Passengers are to remain seated while the bus is in motion.

·      Place books, parcels, and other belongings on your lap. The bus aisle must be kept clear.

·      Loud talking, screaming, and unnecessary movement could distract the driver and create an unsafe condition.

·      Normal conversation is permitted, but vulgar or profane language is prohibited.

·      When stopped for railroad tracks, keep quiet so the driver may listen for the sound of approaching trains.

·      Do not change seats. Stay in the first seat selected.

·      Arms, head and other parts of the body are to be kept inside the bus.

·      Throwing objects inside or out of the bus may cause an accident and is not allowed.

·      Chewing gum, drinking pop, or eating food or candy is not permitted.

·      Do not mark, cut, or scratch any part of the bus. Vandalism costs everyone.

·      The emergency door and exit controls shall be used by campers ONLY during supervised drills or actual emergencies.

·      Reasonable requests: Student’s refusal to give correct name, accept temporary or permanent seating assignment, or give positive response to reasonable requests will be grounds for suspension from camp.

Conduct while getting off the bus:

·      Stay seated until the bus is completely stopped.

·      Use the handrail and take one step at a time when leaving the bus.

·      Pushing or crowding shows poor manners and could cause an accident.

·      Move away from the side of the bus immediately. Follow the directions of camp staff.

·      If a dropped article rolls near or under the bus do not crawl or reach under the bus. Go to the door of the bus and tell the driver. She/he will help you retrieve the article.

·      Do not chase or hang onto the bus as it is starting up.

Prohibited Items:

·      Smoking is not allowed on the bus.

·      Animals or insects are not allowed onto the bus.

·      Glass containers are not permitted on the bus.

·      Alcoholic beverages shall not be carried in a school bus.

·      No weapon, explosive device, harmful drug, or chemical shall be transported in a school bus.

·      Any object (musical instrument, shop project) too large to be carried by the student will not be transported in the school bus. Students must be in control of personal items at all times.