Peaceful School Bus Program

By Carole Brown, Oyster Bay East Norwich Social Worker

          An exciting new effort is being implemented at the Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School called the Peaceful School Bus Program.  This program is designed to increase pro-social behavior on the school bus by creating a greater sense of community and responsibility among students riding the bus.  This research based program which targets improved social dynamics on the school bus by building strong, positive relationships among students will make every child’s experience on the bus more enjoyable.

          Students on the same bus route will meet together three times per year. School personnel will help students get to know each other by leading them in fun activities and reviewing school bus rules regarding safety and responsibility. These meetings will not interfere with instruction.  The first Peaceful School Bus meeting took place on January 7, 2010 and was a great success.