Wawasee Community School Corporation

Expectations of Parents/Guardians:

Safety at the Bus Stop:

• Be on time:
  Parents should ensure their children are at the bus stop at least five minutes before the scheduled arrival time. 
• Wait safely:
  Children should wait away from the edge of the road and avoid playing or horseplay near the stop. 
• Know the route:
  Parents should familiarize their children with the walking route to and from the bus stop and the designated drop-off location. 
• Supervision:
  For younger children, especially Pre-K and Kindergarten, parents are expected to be present at the bus stop for pick-up and drop-off. 
• Emergency Plan:
  Children should know what to do if a parent isn't at the stop, including where to go and how to get home. 

Communication and Responsibility:

• Know the rules:
  Parents should review the bus rules with their children and reinforce them regularly. 
• Communicate concerns:
  Parents should communicate any safety concerns or questions to the school transportation department or the appropriate authorities. 
• Alternate transportation:
  Parents are responsible for providing alternative transportation if their child's bus riding privileges are suspended or if they need to transport oversized items or live animals. 
• Bus assignments:
  Children are expected to ride the assigned bus and use their designated stop.