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Misconduct on a School Bus

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School transportation service is a privilege, not a right. Students at all times while riding a school bus or other school vehicle shall observe the directives of the school bus driver. The following conduct or violation of any other rule of the Code of Student Conduct while on the school bus or other school vehicle is specifically prohibited and may result in temporary or permanent suspension from school transportation services and/or from school:

A.

Delaying the bus schedule.

B.

Getting off at an unauthorized stop.

C.

Distracting the driver's attention by participating in disruptive behavior while the vehicle is in operation.

D.

Failing to observe established safety rules and regulations.

E.

Willfully trespassing upon a school bus.

Legal Reference: G.S. 14-132.2 and 115C-391

Adopted: July 8, 1987

Revised: May 30, 2001