The Bossier Parish Sheriff’s Office and Bossier Parish Schools are reminding parents and guardians about the importance of school bus safety following a recent incident in Bossier Parish.

During this incident, a parent attempted to catch up with a school bus after their child missed the bus. The bus came to an ill-advised, non-scheduled stop, and a verbal dispute occurred between the bus driver and the parent.

It is important to note that no parent or guardian is allowed on a bus without written approval from the school principal. State law protects the safety of school bus operators, and violators can be charged with trespassing on a school bus and public intimidation. An incident can also result in the violator being banned from school bus stops and any school campus.

Situations like this have become increasingly common and create unnecessary safety risks for students, parents, bus drivers, and other motorists. School buses operate under strict safety rules, and unexpected stops or confrontations can place everyone involved in danger.

Parents, guardians, or any individual who need to address a concern involving a school bus driver or student transportation matter must do so through the proper channels. Concerns should be directed to school administration or the Bossier Parish School Board Transportation department, not handled roadside or during active bus routes.

The safety of our children is a shared responsibility. Please follow school transportation policies, and help ensure a safe environment for students, parents and bus drivers alike.