Bus & Transportation

School Buses
For more information, please click on:  TMSA Charlotte Bus Portal Information

Bus Rules 

So that the school district can provide safe transportation for all students, the following guidelines must be observed:

BUS COULD ARRIVE UP TO 5 MINUTES EARLY - PLEASE ARRIVE 10 MINUTES BEFORE STOP TIME.

  • Obey the bus driver at all times.
  • Stand off the roadway while waiting for the bus.
  • Be at the bus stop at least ten (10) minutes before a scheduled stop time.  The bus could arrive up to 5 minutes early.  The bus will not wait for late students.
  • Cross the roadway several steps in front of the bus.
  • Ride only on the assigned bus.
  • Board and depart only at the assigned bus stop.
  • Act appropriately while waiting for the bus.
  • Give your proper name when requested by the bus operator or monitor.
  • Remain seated at all times when the bus is moving.
  • Remain silent when the dome lights are on.
  • Refrain from bringing food or drink on the bus.
  • Refrain from displaying signs on the bus.
  • Refrain from using profane language or gestures. (WILL RESULT IN SUSPENSION FROM THE BUS)
  • Refrain from acts of vandalism.
  • Refrain from throwing objects from the windows of the bus.
  • Refrain from conduct or behavior that interferes with the orderly, safe and expeditious transportation of bus riders.
  • Refrain from using cellular telephones and other electronic devices while on the bus.
  • Video cameras have been installed on some buses. Students may be filmed while on the bus.
  • Violations of the Code of Student Conduct or any behavior, which substantially distracts the driver and causes, or has the potential to cause, a safety hazard on a moving bus, may be the basis for suspension from bus/school and/or expulsion from bus-riding privileges.