DISTRICT INFORMATION
FOR PARENTS
FOR STAFF
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
FOOD SERVICES
LIBRARIES
JOEL BRYANT
Email: jrbryant@flcobras.com | Phone: 501-701-1700 Ext. 1794
The Fountain Lake Transportation Department strives to maintain the safety and security of our students and drivers while providing a pleasant and efficient transportation experience for every student, every day. If you have any questions or concerns about the transportation of your child or their experience on the bus, please contact Joel Bryant at 501-701-1700 Ext. 1794.
MEETING THE BUS
Be at the bus stop 10 minutes before the bus is scheduled to arrive.
Do not stand or play in the roadway.
Wait until the bus has come to a complete stop and the driver has given you directions before crossing a street to enter the bus.
NEVER PUSH OR SHOVE WHILE STANDING IN LINE OR LOADING.
Respect the property rights of others while waiting for the bus. Don’t litter or make unnecessary noises. Don’t gather under carports, on porches, or on lawns without permission.
Stand back at least ten (10) feet from the bus stop and do not approach the bus until it has come to a complete stop and the door is open.
ENTERING AND LEAVING THE BUS
Enter and leave the bus quickly and in an orderly manner.
Do not enter or leave the school bus by the back door- except in the case of an emergency or unless directed by the driver to do so.
If you must cross the street after leaving the bus in the afternoon, go to a point on the shoulder of the street ten (10) feet in front of the bus and wait until the driver has signaled you to cross.
If you drop any object (book, paper, pencil) while leaving the bus, do not attempt to retrieve the object until the bus has left the scene and the street is clear of other vehicles.
Fountain Lake School District may delay the start of school, close schools early, or cancel school for the day due to inclement weather or other emergencies.
If schools will open late or close for the day, we will post the cancellation on the district website and notify local television stations as soon as possible. We will also inform families through our notification system (phone calls, text and email) and by posting updates on our social media sites.
School officials test road conditions in the early mornings and consider weather forecasts before making the decision to delay or cancel school. The safety of our students is always our first priority during inclement weather.
LIMITED BUS SERVICE
Certain road conditions (such as flash flooding) may result in limited bus service. If the district announces there will be limited bus service, it is possible that the road leading to your child’s bus stop may cause safety concerns.
Many times our trained bus drivers have to use their own discretion as they see road conditions. Parents are asked to be aware that drivers may not be able to drive all portions of their routes.