how much would you tip the school bus driver?

[Anonymous]

I wonder what other families are doing since this is our first year.

There're about 15 kids on the bus.

This is in Arlington. Thanks.

[Anonymous]

Please, let's not get into the tipping thing. Not one cent. These are kids. Just a card if you want.

[Anonymous]

How about home-baked cookies or bread?

[Anonymous]

Egad! I don't mean to chastise your generosity, but this is getting out of hand!

Am I the only one that thinks that we do not need to tip/gift every human being who comes into contact with our children???

[Anonymous]

Since this person is a Arlington county employee, I agree it would be weird to tip them. I am a teacher and I would feel weird if my students' parents gave me a tip! I agree with the PPs suggestion of cookies or bread if you want to do something.

[Anonymous]

Speaking as another teacher, I agree that giving money would be uncomfortable. Unless the driver really goes above and beyond with your child, I would either do nothing, give just a card, or give a SMALL token of appreciation (i.e.;a small box of chocolates). I agree with others that the line has to be drawn somewhere.

[Anonymous]

Not to pile on, but really! Are you kidding? Why is there this overwhleming need to tip everyone when for the most part, these people are just doing their jobs? To confirm that I wasn't just being Scrooge I called up my mom and asked her what I should tip the bus driver and her response was "why would you ever?"

[Anonymous]

OP here. The bus crew brought gifts in a sock with child's name on it this morning. Do I do nothing in return?

[Anonymous]

Maybe not a tip, but I give my regular metro bus driver a box of chocolates. I don't think there's anything wrong with recognizing people in your kids lives (bus drivers are pretty important if you think about it).

[Anonymous]

When my dad retired he started driving a bus for some friends who owned a bus company just to help out - but then stuck with it for about 6 years. Many children/families would bring gifts at the holidays - though I can't recall any actual tips it was often something the child made or food - a few $5.00 coffee certificates.... I was surprised at this (as was he) since we never did anything growing up. They live out of state in a more rural area.

[Anonymous]

Not to get too philosophical, tips can turn into bribes. The beauty of this country is almost never having to bribe. That may seem way out, but it is about an honest days work.