Bus Evacuation Practices
 

Bus Evacuation Practices
 

All McKinney ISD students and staff are required by law to conduct a Bus Evacuation Practice. The state of Texas recently passed House Bill No. 3190 which requires all districts in the State of Texas to conduct the following:

• MISD to conduct a training session for all students and staff for at least one hour
• MISD to conduct a practice drill at least twice each year

The objective of House Bill No. 3190 is for all students and staff in the State of Texas to be trained on proper Emergency Evacuation Procedures even if a student doesn’t normally ride a bus. In the instance of a bus evacuation, students will be able to assist by following the rules and instructions given by the driver. Furthermore, students will be able to safely perform an actual drill of an Emergency Evacuation safely with the support of Durham Transportation and Greg Hill, Director of Safety, Security and Transportation for McKinney ISD.

During the Bus Evacuation Practice, students and staff will watch a short video then go outside by where each student and teacher will load a Durham bus. Finally, students will practice exiting the bus in a safe manner with the guidance of Durham Transportation and Greg Hill, Director of Safety, Security and Transportation for McKinney ISD.

It is highly recommended that students dress comfortable and appropriately as part of the training will be outside. The district recommends no skirts, dresses or high heels on the Bus Evacuation Practice Day.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Durham Bus Services Company at 972-542-8316.