SMCPS School Bus

The school year is nearly over! Parents — now's not the time to let your kids get too relaxed around buses. Double down on SAFETY. 🚌⤵️

🚌 Be Serious About Safety near school buses Yellow flashing lights – the bus is preparing to stop. Red flashing lights and extended stop arm – you must stop your car unless a physical median divides the road.

Important! Calendar Update! Monday, April 6, 2026 (Easter Monday) will be a school day due to an inclement weather make-up day. Learn more: bit.ly/APR2026Calenda…

Day 2 of Spring 2026 Bus Inspections - At CHS

Day 1 of Spring 2026 Bus Inspections at GMHS

School’s in session! 🚍 Know the rules when driving near school buses. 🛑 Stop for flashing lights 🛑 Stay a safe distance away while kids get on or off the bus *Check your state's school bus stop-arm laws.

Reminder - Friday, February 20, 2026, is a Two Hour Early Dismissal - Professional Responsibilities buff.ly/yb0RGGV

February is Love the Bus Month! 🚌❤️ We're celebrating hard-working bus crews across the country focused on SAFE, secure transportation EVERY day, for EVERY child.

Reminder: Vehicles must stop for school buses when the buses' red flashers are on (except when the buses are on the opposite side of a highway divided by a barrier or median strip).

Maintenance and Transportation staff busy inspecting SMCPS buses on this chilly and breezy December morning at CHS.

Remember: Yellow flashing lights mean slow down — don’t speed up — because the bus is preparing to stop. There are likely students waiting to get on the bus or parents waiting nearby to pick up children.

It's America's #SafeSchoolsWeek, and MSDE is dedicated to ensuring that our students have safe and supportive learning environments. By prioritizing their safety and well-being, we empower them to excel academically and personally. Learn more about school safety resources from @safeschoolsmd: bit.ly/3u6LrPY.

What is the one thing even a professional driver will always stop for? In a profession where "stopping is not really something you’re interested in," RFK Racing driver Ryan Preece makes it absolutely clear that when the school bus activates its signals, compliance is mandatory and universal. We've teamed up with the Michigan Association for Pupil Transportation, @nstayellowbuses, @RFKracing, and @ROUSHcleantech to remind everyone that every stop matters—whether you’re on the racetrack or in your neighborhood. Let’s keep our roads safe for students. This #SchoolBusSafetyWeek, help us spread the message: "When the reds are flashing, there is no passing!"

SMCPS recognizes this week as School Bus Driver and School Bus Attendant Appreciation Week! They are a key part of helping students access their educational opportunities! Make sure to thank your school bus staff this week for safety transporting students to and from school!

It's National School Bus Safety Week! Please remember to stop for school buses when their red lights are activated!

🚫 Think passing a stopped school bus is no big deal? That’s a big FAIL — and it’s against the law. #SchoolBusSafety #BeTheDriver ""

Day one of Summer 2025 bus inspections completed this morning at SRMS

AVOID Mechanicsville Rd. and Yowaiski Mill Rd. for the next several hours due to a serious motor vehicle accident. nixle.us/GCLAZ

AVOID Point Lookout Road in the area of Moll Dyer Road for the next several hours due to a serious traffic accident. nixle.us/GBWAD

ALERT: Saint Mary's County; Crash; MD 5 North of Moll Dyer Rd; all lanes closed in both directions #MDTraffic soc