POLICY: USE OF PRIVATELY OWNED VEHICLES IN PUPIL TRANSPORTATION

In recommending arrangements for pupil transportation to and from school-related activities, the Chief School Administrator shall consider the type of activity, the total number of pupils involved, and the availability of appropriate vehicles. Groups of pupils too small in number to make economical use of Type I or Type II vehicles may be transported in privately owned passenger vehicles driven by qualified school personnel, state employees and parents/guardians. Transportation by Volunteer Drivers The School Business Administrator shall supplement the transportation resources of the district by identifying qualified school personnel, state employees and parents/guardians who are willing to provide transportation for district pupils to and from school-related activities. Qualifications will include: 1. A valid New Jersey (or other) driver’s License with no convictions for moving violations within the past three years; 2. A private passenger vehicle of 8 or fewer capacity, with a current New Jersey (or other) inspection sticker; and 3. Evidence of at least the statutorily required insurance coverage. The Chief School Administrator or designee shall develop detailed regulations to ensure: 1. District approval of activities involved; 2. District determination of drivers and assignment of students to them; 3. Student safety in pick-up, transit and drop off. 4. Adequate supervision of students at the activity