Principals stress to students that they are expected to conduct themselves in an orderly manner at all times and that failure to do so going to and from school may result in discipline action described in the Rights and Responsibilities Handbook. The state law authorizes the property discipline of students going to and returning from school. As a general rule, this authority to discipline extends to pupils on their way to or from school if such conduct directly affects the good order and welfare of the school. Principals stress to students that they are expected to conduct themselves in an orderly manner at all times and that failure to do so going to and from school may result in disciplinary action described in the Rights and Responsibilities Handbook. Students are expected to observe the following rules for safety and courtesy on the bus and at the bus stop.
School begins at the bus stop and continues on the bus.
No throwing items from the bus or on the bus Leaving the Bus Remain seated until the bus comes to a complete stop Leave in an orderly manner Leave at your assigned bus stop Cross in front of the bus Preschool and kindergarten students must be met at the bus stop by a responsible adult. If no one is available, the child will be returned to school and the parent will be contacted to pick up the child. The Department of Transportation for Newport News Public Schools is available to answer questions regarding transportation of students to school or questions regarding walking students. Walk on the sidewalk near the roadside curb in order to be seen better. Stay in well-lit or populated areas.