Submitted by Berlin Central School Communications
On August 25, Pre-K and Kindergarten students who will be attending Berlin Elementary School this fall were invited to the Berlin Central School District (BCSD) Transportation Facility for a Bus Orientation. The youngest Mountaineers learned how to get on and off the school bus safely, buckle their seatbelts, safely cross, and walk around the school bus. The students also took a ride around the bus facility to help prepare for the new school year’s bus routine.
Students and parents were able to ask questions of Transportation Supervisor Jeaneatte Alderman and Bus Dispatcher Layla Davis, who put the event together.
The Transportation Department sent each student home with a safety packet and a few goodies to remember the day.
Special thanks to bus driver Mr. Dean Maxon and bus attendant Ms. Valerie Bell for helping the incoming Pre-K and Kindergarten students while on the bus and with the crossing procedures. BES’ new Assistant Principal Ms. Jodi Cataldo was also in attendance with a helping hand and to meet the newest Mountaineers during the orientation.
School is back in session next week. Please remember to watch for stopped school buses and make sure to stop when you see those flashing lights and stop sign. Thank you!
Bus routes were emailed out on August 29th. If you have questions about your bus routes please contact Layla Davis at ldavis@berlincentral.org or by phone 518-658-2812. Thank you in advance for your patience and understanding as the Transportation Department works out any issues.
Please watch the bus safety video shared at the Transportation Orientation here https://youtu.be/UiNeZHK5iWA for reminders and tips on how to be responsible, safe, and respectful on the school bus.
The BCSD Transportation Department looks forward to seeing you all at your stop on September 6.