All rules set forth for student behavior in Prince William County Public Schools’ (PWCS) policies, regulations, and Code of Behavior apply to student behavior on school buses and at bus stops or any other approved PWCS vehicle used to transport students to and from school and/or school-associated events and activities.
In addition to the expectations outlined in the Code of Behavior, the following infractions are not permitted:
Wireless communication devices (e.g., cell phones) may be used on school buses provided that the device does not distract the driver, compromise safety, or violate the Code of Behavior and school bus rules and regulations.
Should a student be reported to the principal for inappropriate behavior, the principal will be responsible for disciplinary action, which may include the loss of the privilege of bus transportation until the parent/guardian, the bus driver, the principal, and in some instances, a Transportation Department representative can arrive at an understanding that will correct the problem. Parents/guardians are responsible for the transportation of students who have lost school bus transportation privileges.
If you have questions, please refer to Regulation 431-4, “Transportation for Students/Safety on School Buses.”
Oral or written threats to harm others or PWCS property, which are planned or made on a school bus, or which are intended to be carried out on a school bus, at a school bus stop, or while going to and coming from school, may result in the loss of transportation for a specific period of time or the remainder of the school year in addition to other disciplinary action.
*Riding the school bus is a privilege, except as required by law for students with disabilities.
Only authorized people are permitted aboard a school bus (school property).
It is unlawful for any person, whether or not a student, to enter or remain upon any school property after having been directed to vacate the property by a person authorized to give such direction. (Virginia Code § 18.2-128).