Ride with the traffic on the right side, watch for cars, and avoid weaving in and out of traffic. Never wear headphones while riding. Be visible by wearing neon, fluorescent or bright-colored clothing. Be sure your bike is in good riding condition. An estimated 5,000 children are injured in school bus-related accidents each year.
Many injuries happen when children are boarding or exiting the bus.
A blind spot extends 10 feet around the bus, obstructing the driver's view. Arrive before the bus and stand at least 6 feet from the road and wait until the bus comes to a stop, the door is open and the red light is flashing. Line up single file. Stay out of the street and refrain from running games. In bad weather, stay back from the road and watch for skidding cars, trucks and buses.