Tyler ISD is joining districts across the nation in recognizing National School Bus Safety Week. This annual observance serves as an important reminder that keeping students safe on the road is a shared responsibility between bus drivers, parents, students, and all motorists
Each school day, thousands of Tyler ISD students depend on school buses as one of the safest ways to travel to and from school. However, the greatest danger often occurs when children are getting on or off the bus. This week, the District is raising awareness about school bus safety and encouraging everyone in the community to do their part to protect our students.
Safety Reminders for Drivers:
STOP for school buses when they are loading or unloading students. Yellow flashing lights mean the bus is preparing to stop. Slow down and be ready to stop.
Red flashing lights and extended stop arms mean children are boarding or exiting. You must stop and wait until the bus moves before driving.
Never pass a stopped school bus when the stop-arm is extended — it’s illegal and puts children at risk.
· Stay alert in school zones. Avoid distractions like cell phone use and always watch for children.
“Every time you see a school bus, it’s your cue to slow down and stay alert,” said Alfonso Perez, Tyler ISD Transportation Director. “Our drivers work hard every day to keep students safe, but it really takes everyone doing their part. Whether you’re behind the wheel, walking to school, or waiting at the bus stop—student safety starts with all of us.”
Tyler ISD invites the entire community to help make this National School Bus Safety Week count—by driving responsibly, stopping for school buses, and always putting student safety first.
For more information, contact Jennifer Hines at Jennifer.Hines@TylerISD.org.