Transportation routes are designed in the interest of safety and efficiency.  The large number of students being transported makes it impossible to provide for house stops or special requests stops that are not related to a safety issue.  Bus stops are arranged for each route within the established state guidelines for the distance students walk from their homes to the stop.  Walk to Stop guidelines are; .12 miles for students K - 2nd grade and .24 miles for students in grades 3 though 8. 

 

Transportation services are also provided free of charge for special education students if included in the student’s individualized education program (IEP) or as otherwise required by law. All special education students will be transported in accordance with current rules and regulations, as well as the Illinois School Code.

 

Transportation safety is a shared responsibility and is enhanced with the active participation of students, parents, school staff, and our school bus drivers. School bus safety training is conducted with students and staff each year.

 

The Transportation Department is happy to answer any questions that may arise regarding a student's transportation to or from school and school-sponsored activities.

 

The Transportation Department is open on school days during the regular school year from 7:30 AM until the last school bus completes the afternoon route sequence, generally 4:15 PM.