Buses have padded high-back seats and do not require seat belts. Smaller buses do have seat belts. All buses have two-way radios so delays or problems can be reported immediately. Studies show that riding a school bus is safer than riding in a private car. Parents are encouraged to remind their children to follow safety rules when crossing streets and getting on and off the bus.
Students receive bus safety training at the beginning of the school year.
Almost every school has health staff to help children if they become sick during the school day. Children should be kept at home if they are sick so they can come back to school healthy and ready to learn, and so they do not infect other students and school staff. They also have immunization dates for current and past students. Some families may qualify for free or reduced price meals. Families who qualify need to re-apply each year.