Greyhound Express for Success

 Greyhound Express for Success: Driving Positive Behavior Beyond the Bus

This school year, we proudly launched a new PBIS initiative on our elementary bus runs called the Greyhound Express for Success—and it’s been a game-changer for our students, staff, and drivers.

We believe the school day begins the moment a student boards the bus and ends when they arrive home safely. That’s why we extended our PBIS efforts to one of the most important environments our students experience each day: the school bus.

The Greyhound Express Takes Off

Led by our outstanding bus drivers and our dedicated Elementary Principal, Mr. Manko, this initiative promotes safe, respectful, and responsible behavior from the moment students step onto the Greyhound Express. I would also like to thank Ms. Gina Naccarato for her help with developing this program.

Our PBIS expectations for the bus include:

  • Be Safe — Stay in your seat at all times

  • Be Respectful — Use kind words and show respect to others; no swearing

  • Be Responsible — Follow directions and take care of your space

Students are rewarded for meeting these expectations through positive feedback, bus celebrations, and recognition from staff. We’ve seen fewer behavior issues, calmer bus rides, and stronger relationships between students and drivers.

Beyond the Bus: Expanding PBIS

The success of the Greyhound Express for Success has sparked a larger movement—we are now preparing to carry this PBIS framework into the school building next year.

We will use the same core values and consistent expectations in the:

  • Classrooms

  • Cafeteria

  • Hallways

Our goal is to create a seamless, school-wide culture of positivity, where expectations are clear no matter where a student is during the day. When students hear the same messages and experience the same support across all areas, they thrive.

A Community Effort

We owe a huge thank you to our transportation staff, who embraced this initiative with pride and professionalism. Our drivers have gone above and beyond—not just driving students, but helping shape behavior and school culture.

To Mr. Manko, thank you for your leadership, vision, and partnership. Your commitment to consistency and positivity is making a lasting difference.

The Greyhound Express for Success is more than a ride—it’s a mindset. And now, it’s rolling full speed ahead into every corner of our school community.

With appreciation,

Dr. Robert Motte

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