Our dedicated team of drivers, mechanics, and support staff works tirelessly to maintain a safe and efficient fleet that serves all corners of Halifax County. We are committed to providing dependable transportation that supports student attendance, access to learning, and participation in school activities—because every journey to success begins with a safe ride to school.
Always walk on the sidewalk to the bus stop, never run. If there is no sidewalk, walk on the left facing traffic.
Go to the bus stop about five minutes before the bus is scheduled to arrive. While at the bus stop, wait quietly in a safe place well away from the road. Do not run and play while waiting.
Getting On and Off the Bus
Enter the bus in line with younger students in front. Hold the handrail while going up and down the stairs
When entering the bus, go directly to a seat. Remain seated and face forward during the entire ride.
Riding the Bus
Always speak quietly on the bus so the driver will not be distracted. Always be silent when a bus comes to a railroad crossing so the driver can hear if a train is coming.
Never throw things on the bus or out the windows. Keep the aisles clear at all times. Feet should be directly in front of you on the floor and book bags should be kept on your lap. Large instruments or sports equipment should not block the aisle or emergency exits.
Never play with the emergency exits. Large instruments or sports equipment should not block the aisle or emergency exits.
If there is an emergency, listen to the driver and follow instructions.
Hands should be kept to yourself at all times while riding on the bus. Fighting and picking on others creates a dangerous bus ride.
Exiting the Bus
If you leave something on the bus, never return to the bus to get it. The driver may not see you come back and she may begin moving the bus. Make sure that drawstrings and other loose objects are secure before getting off the bus so that they do not get caught on the handrail or the door.
Respect the "Danger Zone" which surrounds all sides of the bus. The "Danger Zone" is ten feet wide on all sides of the bus. Always remain 10 steps away from the bus to be out of the "Danger Zone" and where the driver can see you.
Always cross the street in from of the bus. Never go behind the bus. If you drop something near the bus, tell the bus driver before you attempt to pick it up, so they will know where you are.
Never speak to strangers at the bus stop and never get into the car with a stranger. Always go straight home and tell you parents if a stranger tries to talk to you or pick you up.
Planning a student field trip? Halifax County Schools is committed to providing safe, enriching off-campus experiences that support learning beyond the classroom. To ensure all trips are properly approved and organized, staff must complete and submit the required field trip forms.
Use the links below to access permission the required documents.
Each user must register by entering your school email address to gain access to the system. Click on the link to the right and look for the link New to the App-Garden? New Registration to take new users to the registration tab. When your registration is submitted, you will receive an email which contains a link you must click to activate your registration. You should receive this email within 30 minutes of your registration. If you don't, please check your spam. Your email address will be your login.
If you have trouble registering, please watch the following brief Registration Training video:
Please watch your email for information about virtual online training for users that will be responsible for approving trip requests.
To make the transition smooth, we have provided a link to our training video for requesters (found below) regarding how to request a trip as well as how to view your existing requests. If you feel you need additional training after watching the training video, please contact Tony Alstonin the TransportationDepartment.
Please note that the Travel Tracker system also has a very helpful End User Guide that can be accessed from the main tab. This guide can also help you through your learning process.
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