School Bus Safety Program Resources
For Suffolk County

Promoting Safer School Bus Travel in Suffolk County

In 2019, New York State recognized the importance of implementing stop-arm camera laws and signed legislation authorizing school districts to install safety cameras on school buses to catch drivers who unlawfully pass a stopped school bus and ensure the safety of New York’s students. In late 2020, Suffolk County implemented the largest school bus safety program of its kind across 71 school districts and more than 5,000 school buses. The resources below are available to participating school districts to empower communities to raise awareness and promote safer driving behavior around school buses.  

What You Can Do

You have the power to make a difference and create a safer environment for our children. Here's how you can be a part of the change:

1. Spread Awareness

Share our Stop4MyBus video on social media to raise awareness and gather support. Join us in educating everyone on school bus safety and the significance of the Stop4MyBus initiative. Use #Stop4MyBus when sharing with friends and family to rally for change.

Welcome to Stop4MyBus

Resources for Drivers

Do you know when to stop? Watch the below videos for a refresher on school bus safety traffic laws in New York State!

Four-Lane Road With Median

When approaching a stopped school bus from the opposite direction on a four-lane roadway, what should drivers do?

Two-Lane Road

What should drivers do when approaching a school bus with its amber lights flashing on a two-lane road?

Four-Lane Road No Median

Watch the following refresher on road safety laws when driving on a four-lane road with a median.

Interested in learning more about the Suffolk County School Bus Safety Program? We've created an informative two-page handout for drivers with details on the program and the school bus safety traffic laws in New York State.

Driver's Education Handout

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School Bus Stopping Law

Suffolk County Close Calls Compilation

2. Educate our Future: Resources for Kids

Access our children's education workbooks, songs and animation highlighting the importance of stop arm cameras. These resources help educate kids about road safety and the importance of stop arm cameras. Empower the next generation to champion safe driving habits.

Thumbs Up! Animation

Thumbs Up! Safety Album

Student Safety Activity Workbooks

Activity Book for Pre-K & K

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Activity Book for Grades 1-3

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Activity Book for Grades 4-6

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3. Engage Your Community

Download and display our informative posters in your community spaces. These eye-catching visuals will spark conversations and encourage others to get involved.

Posters and Flyers

English S4MB Poster Set

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Spanish S4MB Poster Set

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Resources for Schools

Parent Letter Template

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Resources for Bus Drivers

Are you a student transportation professional? If so, thank you for all you do to help keep our kids safe!  We’ve created the below resources to help educate school bus operators on best safety practices to keep students safe. Make sure to download these for your next bus driver training day!  

Bus Driver Training Video

Guide: Stop-Arm Safety Procedures For Bus Operators

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Together, we can drive change and ensure the safety of our children. Join us in this crucial mission to make our school zones safer for everyone.