What should you do first if you notice a student missing when other students are entering the bus?

When you notice a student missing while other students are entering the bus, the first action to take is to ask the other students where the student is. This approach is beneficial because fellow students may have information regarding the whereabouts of the missing student, leading to a quicker resolution. They might have seen the student or could direct you to where they last saw them, making the process of locating the missing student more efficient.

Engaging the other students also maintains an awareness of the situation among them, reinforcing safety protocols. It is important for the bus driver or monitor to remain calm and composed, and by involving the other students in the search for their peer, you create an environment where students feel responsible and alert to one another’s safety.

Once you gather information from the other students and determine that help is needed or if the student still cannot be located, you can then proceed to search the bus or call for backup as necessary.