TRANSPORTATION
SAFETY GUIDELINES

AT YOUR BUS STOP
- Do not play in the street or in your neighbor's yard.
- Be at the bus stop on time - 5 minutes before the bus arrives.
- Wait for the bus in a single line - do not push.
- Never talk to strangers. If you are approached by a stranger, call 911 and/or run away to safety.
- Do not get into a car with strangers.
- Wear clothes that are right for the weather and are bright so drivers can see you.
- Wait for the bus driver to tell you it's safe to cross the street.
- Wait for the bus driver to tell you it's safe to cross the street.
- Take 10 giant steps in front of the bus before crossing the street.
- Wait until the bus comes to a complete stop.
- Line up as the bus gets close - 10 steps away from the curb.
- Wait your turn to get on the bus. There are plenty of seats for everyone.
- Use the handrail to get on the bus so you don't fall.
- Stay in your seat.
- Face the front of the bus.
- Keep your hands and feet out of the aisle.
- Keep your books in your lap.
- Do not throw things in the school bus or out the bus windows.
- Wait for the bus to stop before standing.
- Listen to the bus driver.
How to Request Transportation for your child
Columbus City School Residents
Students who reside within the boundaries of the Columbus City School District can request transportation to school by completing an online Transportation Request. All transportation requests for charter/non-public school students must be made by the students' families using the Columbus City Schools Infinite Campus/Parent Portal Online Registration.
South Western City School Residents
Students who reside within the boundaries of the South Western City School District can request transportation to school by filling out the Transportation Request Form and emailing it to transportation@swcsd.us. You may also fill out the form here at Imagine Academy at Sullivant and we would be happy to email it to SWCSD for you.
For further questions, contact the SWCSD Transportation Office at:
Phone: (614) 801-8550 | Fax: (614) 277-3591
For further questions, contact the SWCSD Transportation Office at:
Phone: (614) 801-8550 | Fax: (614) 277-3591