331. Pupil transportation provided by a school board is free of charge.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, the school boards providing pupil transportation at noon to allow pupils to have their meal at home may claim the cost from the pupils, provided the service is optional.
Whether or not school boards provide transportation at noon to allow pupils to have their meal at home, they are required to ensure the supervision of the pupils who are not provided with transportation or who choose not to use such transportation.