Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why are there no seat belts on school
busses?
A: On school buses, occupant protection is
provided by "compartmentalization," not safety belts.
Compartmentalization is the name for the protective envelope created
by strong, closely-spaced seats that have energy-absorbing high seat
backs that protect occupants in the event of a crash.
Q: My child's bus driver won't let him
eat on the bus. Why?
A: Students are not permitted to have food, candy or drinks on the
bus. This rule is in affect for the safety and welfare of the
children. The food, candy, and drinks are choking hazards. We
understand some children are diabetic or have other health issues
requiring he / she to have food and / or a drink available. In
situations such as these we require a note from the child’s doctor
specifying your child have food and / or a drink available.
Children with a doctor’s permission will be given an assigned seat
near the bus driver in the event the child would begin choking.
Glass containers of any kind are not permitted on school buses in
Wyoming.
Q: Can my child be dropped off at his day
care?
A. Transportation to or from your ‘everyday’ Day Care provider or
Baby Sitter is permitted. The parent or guardian must complete a Day
Care Transportation sheet and provide a copy for the school and for
the bus driver. Forms are available in all school offices.
