Page 8 - School Bus Operators and Attendants Handbook

Preface

Policies

School Board policies are based on federal, state laws, statutes and regulations. These policies give
a framework in which a school district operates.

 Policies are established through the District’s School Board.
 Within reason, all district employees are required to follow these policies.
 Policies ensure direction and uniformity in decision making for all school district employees.

Procedures

Procedures specifically describe manner in which a school board policy is initiated.

 They provide information and detailed directions for School District Employees.
 They can affect all School District Employees or a specific department.

Collective Bargaining Agreement

A collective bargaining agreement (CBA) is a written legal contract between an employer and a
union representing the employees. The CBA is the result of an extensive negotiation process
between the parties regarding topics such as wages, hours, and terms and conditions of
employment. The collective bargaining agreement is a separate document from the driver
handbook that also applies to the members of the union.

NOTE: The Transportation Department policies, procedures and collective bargaining agreement
are necessary to reduce risk and ensure the safety of all district employees, as well as passengers.
It is the responsibility of each employee to be continuously aware of all information as it is updated.
Information may be posted on the Transportation Facility bulletin boards, announcements on the
2-way radio, phone call outs and email or dispersed to employees at meetings.

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