During curbside loading, who directs pupils to board or alight?

• A. The bus driver
• B. A supervisor
• C. The principal
• D. A passerby

Answer: (D)

Directing pupils at curbside is a supervision task. A trained supervisor or bus aide stands at the curb to guide students as they board or exit the bus. This person keeps the line orderly, checks that students are getting into their seats safely, and coordinates with the driver to ensure doors open and close only when it’s safe. The driver’s role is to operate the vehicle and the doors, not to manage the flow of students at the curb. A principal may oversee the process, but the actual directing at curbside should be done by authorized supervisory staff. A passerby isn’t equipped or authorized to supervise student loading, so relying on them isn’t appropriate for safety.