In the case of an emergency or non-scheduled school closing, tune in to the following local stations for MCSD closing announcements:

Local Radio:

• AM 960 WRFA Sports Radio
• FM 102.1 WGMG Magic
• FM 103.7 WPUP Rock
• FM 106.1 WNGC North GA Country

Local Television:

• Channel 2 WSB-TV

Don't be Confused!
Operation Stop Arm is Underway!
Know When to Stop! Our Children's Lives are at Stake!

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Policy

The Transportation Department of Madison County School District is diligent to consider all factors when preparing and updating school bus routes. The greatest concern, of course, is always safety of students.  Other factors include:

• Buses are routed only down streets, roads, and highways deemed safe and those which provide a sufficient and safe turn-around.
• Buses are not routed onto private property.
• Adjustments are made to bus routes when an area and/or conditions are deemed unsafe or hazardous.
• Bus routes are developed during the summer before the start of a new school year.
• It is common for bus routes to be adjusted after a new school year begins to accommodate new students, bus over-crowding, or to make routes more effective and efficient.
• Bus routes are not always the same from year-to-year.

If you have questions and/or need additional information, contact:

Karrie Poteete

Director, Transportation

(706) 795-2191 x1034

School bus safety is a priority for Madison County School District.  We are committed to safe transportation of students to and from school and extra-curricular events.  Parents and guardians are encouraged to talk with their children about bus rules and explain the student's role in keeping bus transportation safe. 

Bus Safety Documents

• Bus Danger Zone
• Bus Rules and Consequences
• Bus Safety Features
• Safety Rules for Students
• Load Bus from Door Side of Road
• Load Bus from Across Road
• Unload Bus from Door Side of Road
• Unload Bus from Across Road  

Bus safety involves us all -- school staff, parents, guardians, students, motorists, and the community.  Visit GADOE School Bus Safety for more information.
 

If you have questions and/or need additional information, contact:

Kenneth Segars
Supervisor, Bus Shop
(706) 795-2191 x1412