Seat Belts on AHSTW School Buses

Hello everyone,

The State of Iowa has been working hard to increase the safety expectations for school transportation.  One change recently adopted by the State Board is the requirement of seat belts on all buses delivered after October 1, 2019.  There is no expectation at this time to retrofit current buses with seat belts, however, we have begun purchasing all new school buses with seat belts.  In fact, we currently have four buses equipped with seat belts at this time.

With the new requirements comes the expectation that students use the belts on each route or activity  or field trip.  We are currently working at the board level to create board policy to describe usage.  With the passage of policy will come administrative rules and expectations.

At this time, we are requesting your assistance.  We ask that you talk with your student(s) about the importance of seat belt use and to help us emphasize that all passengers ‘Buckle Up’ when traveling in any school vehicle with seat belts.  We want to do all we can to promote the safe passage of our students.

  

Thank you for your assistance and discussions with your son(s) or daughter(s). If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the school, as we are happy to answer any question you may have.

Respectfully,

Mr. Darin Jones

Superintendent of Schools

AHSTW Community School District