Booneville school officials are calling on drivers to exercise caution during morning and afternoon bus routes. The district emphasizes that student safety is the top priority during pickups and drop-offs.
Under Nathan’s Law, it is illegal to pass a school bus when the stop arm is extended and red lights are flashing. Many district buses are now equipped with safety cameras that record stop-arm violations. Citations can be issued based on footage from these cameras, even without a police officer present, according to the district.
School officials stress that the law is more than a traffic rule — it is a measure to protect children. They urge drivers to stay alert, slow down, and remember that “STOP means STOP” every time they encounter a school bus.
The district’s message underscores the importance of following traffic laws to keep students safe during daily bus transportation, in accordance with Nathan’s Law.
