Transportation
Transportation Services at John F Kennedy Day School
Riding the school bus is a privilege for students who model good behavior.
John F. Kennedy Day School provides daily bus service for day students. The bus stops at designated locations only. Students must follow all school bus rules and procedures to ensure the safety of all riders. Unacceptable behavior and violation of the bus rules may result in restrictions or suspension of bus privileges. If bus privileges are suspended for more than five days, students can appeal the suspension in accordance with the appeal process
Bus Changes
A student must have a temporary bus pass to ride a different bus from the one assigned. To receive a temporary bus pass, a parent/guardian must provide written notice or call John F. Kennedy Day School by 11:00 a.m. on the same day.
If your child needs to change their after-school destination, please adhere to the following guidelines:
- Send a note with your child for permission to change their after-school destination.
- Notify the school by sending a note or calling before noon for bus changes.
- After noon, alternative arrangements must be made, and bus changes will not be accepted.
- Students will be transported to their original destination if no changes are made.
- For primary students (Kindergarten through Third grade), if no adult is present at the destination, the child will be transported back to the school, and parents or guardians will be notified.
Bus Rules and Regulations
To retain bus riding privileges, students will observe the following rules:
- Be on time.
- Have respect for others and for the driver.
- Remain in your seat.
- For safety, keep the aisle and exits clear.
- Be courteous. Never use foul language or obscene gestures.
- Keep all body parts inside the bus.
- Use of tobacco, alcohol, and drugs is prohibited.
- No food or drinks on the bus.
- Do not damage any part of the bus; you and your parents/guardians are responsible for repairs.
- For your own safety, do not distract the driver.
- Listen to the bus driver.
Before and After School
To ensure punctuality and safety, please note the following:
- Students should be at their designated bus stops on time each morning.
- Running, pushing, or shoving at bus stops is not permitted.
- Parents or guardians are discouraged from following the bus in their vehicles.
- For kindergarten through third grade students, parental presence at the bus stop is required for dismissal.
Transportation Infractions and Consequences
We take transportation infractions seriously and enforce the following consequences:
- Minor Infractions include spitting, littering, and minor disruptions.
- Consequences range from warnings to suspension of bus-riding privileges.
- Major Infractions: Includes fighting, possession of weapons or drugs, and endangering others.
- Consequences may result in immediate suspension of bus-riding privileges for the school year.
Infraction Reporting
All incidents are documented, and reports are sent home to parents or guardians. Copies are also filed with the school office and transportation department.
Don't hesitate to contact the school's front office in case of emergency or any questions regarding transportation services. Thank you for your cooperation in ensuring a safe and efficient transportation system for our students.
