BUS DRIVER ESC
WORKSHOP MARCH 25, 2009
Thirty-four Bus Drivers attended a two hour workshop held
at Ft. Loramie on March 25, 2009, presented by Glenn
Honeycutt. The group was asked two questions
initially. One, to identify the most rewarding
aspects of the job and two, identify the biggest
daily challenges they face. At the conclusion of the
presentation, each attendee identified the three
most beneficial ideas/tips heard during the evening.
REWARDING
ASPECTS OF DRIVING A BUS
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1.
Salary/Insurance/Retirement |
(9) |
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2.
Sports/Field Trip/Activity Involvement |
(8) |
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3.
Enjoy working with young people |
(5) |
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4.
Adventurous/Interesting/Humor/Fun |
(4) |
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5.
Challenging Opportunity |
(3) |
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6.
Accommodating Schedule |
(3) |
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7.
Actual Driving |
(1) |
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8.
Snow Days |
(1) |
THE BIGGEST
CHALLENGES/FRUSTRATIONS
1.
Weather Related Issues/Road Conditions |
(12) |
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a.
Closed roads
b.
Fog/snow
c.
Black ice/high water
d.
Make-up day’s
e.
Narrow roads
f.
Two-hour delays
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2.
Difficult Student Behavior/Late Arrival |
(7) |
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3.
Pre-tripping/Field Route Inspection |
(5) |
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4.
Other Motorists |
(4) |
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5.
Enabling Parents of Troubled Kids |
(2) |
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6.
Post Party Aftermath |
(2) |
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7.
Mechanical Breakdown |
(1) |
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8.
Lack of IEP Information |
(1) |
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9.
Other Bus Drivers (Sub) |
(1) |
MOST
BENEFICIAL TIP/IDEA HEARD DURING THE PRESENTATION
Note: Eighty seven “post-its” were returned and prioritized
which suggests a few did not complete the task. Some
people completed only two responses while others
submitted four. Thanks to all who contributed to the
process.
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1.
Be consistent with
structure/
guidelines/expectations/consequences |
(10) |
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2.
Use positive approach, treat all well, praise
often, de-escalate problems |
(8) |
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3.
Use 21 Day Plan to introduce new expectations,
change existing behavior |
(7) |
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4.
Use the CURFF Policy with daily student
interaction, teach responsibility |
(5) |
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5.
Thoughts to Ponder/People Skills/Be Yourself |
(5) |
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6.
Don’t prejudge, listen to children |
(4) |
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7.
Make good choice, you become your choices |
(4) |
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8.
Become knowledgeable about IEP student needs |
(3) |
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9.
Identify three effective bus rules |
(3) |
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10.
Think outside the box when dealing with
difficult students |
(3) |
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11.
Five “No” Rules, learn to say no
tactfully/counter enabling behavior |
(3) |
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12.
Change is awkward, open mind to change |
(3) |
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13.
Tell children they can achieve wonderful things,
give support |
(3) |
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14.
Different learning styles (personalities)
respond to different approaches |
(3) |
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15.
Someday I’m going to be somebody |
(2) |
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16.
Say what you mean, mean what you say |
(2) |
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17.
Being confident with student interaction |
(2) |
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18.
Reduce student stress for greater achievement |
(2) |
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19.
Yelling is counterproductive |
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20.
Second half of presentation was 1st
class |
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21.
Create pictures in mind to get better
cooperation |
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22.
Five keys to effective discussion |
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23.
Try to understand position/feelings of child |
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24.
Good/great handouts |
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25.
Time proven principles |
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26.
Students mimic environment/home life |
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27.
A drowning person pulls others down |
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28.
Reasons kids were better behaved 25 years ago |
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29.
There is a pay-off for administrators who make
contact early in the year with bus drivers,
establish expectations, develop rapport |
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30.
Cookies and drinks |
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I
hope this feedback provides helpful information.
Please feel free to call or
email me with further
questions. Don’t forget, there is an article each
week on this website that contains a message for
students, parents, teachers and support staff.
Glenn H. Honeycutt
The Old Educator
(937-842-2525)
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