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FAQs

General Transportation Questions

1. How do I find my child’s bus route?
You can find your child’s bus route using InfoFinder. Simply enter your address to view the bus stop location, pick-up, and drop-off times.

2. What time should my child be at the bus stop?
Students should arrive at the bus stop 5-10 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time to ensure they do not miss the bus.

3. What happens if the bus is running late?
If a bus is running significantly late, parents will be notified through the district’s communication system.

 

Bus Pass and ID Questions

4. Does my child need an ID or bus pass to ride the bus?
Yes, students are required to show their ID or bus pass when boarding in the morning and afternoon.

5. What happens if my child forgets their ID?

  • Morning: If a student forgets their ID in the morning, they may still ride, but the site administrator will be notified.
  • Afternoon: Without an ID or bus pass, students will not be allowed to ride the bus home.
     

6. How can my child get a bus pass?
Bus passes can be obtained from the school office. Students must request a pass before lunch, as passes will not be issued at the end of the day.

 

Safety and Behavior Questions

7. What are the basic bus rules my child should follow?
Students are expected to:

  • Remain seated.
  • Keep hands and feet to themselves.
  • Speak quietly.
  • Follow all instructions given by the bus driver.
     

8. What happens if my child breaks the bus rules?
Disorderly conduct or refusing to follow the rules may result in a referral and possible suspension from bus privileges. Riding the bus is a privilege, not a right, and we take this responsibility seriously to ensure the safety of all students.

9. Are students allowed to eat or drink on the bus?
No, for safety reasons and to protect students with food allergies, eating and drinking on the bus are not allowed.

 

Early Release and Special Schedule Questions

10. What time will the bus drop off on early release days?
Buses drop off 1 hour early every Wednesday and 2 hours early on designated early release days. Please check your school’s calendar for exact dates.

11. Will my child’s bus route change on early release days?
No, the bus route stays the same, but drop-off times will be adjusted for the early release schedule.

 

Alternate Stops and Special Requests

12. Can my child get off at a different stop?
Students can only get off at their assigned stop. If they need to get off at a different stop or go home with another student, a parent/guardian note must be approved by an administrator and attached to a bus pass.

13. What if I need to change my child’s bus stop?
Contact the Transportation Department if you need to request a change in your child’s assigned bus stop. Changes are subject to approval and available space on the bus.

 

Kindergarten and Special Circumstances

14. Does someone need to meet my kindergarten student at the bus stop?
Yes, a parent/guardian or designated person must be at the bus stop to meet kindergarten students.

15. What happens if no one is there to meet my kindergarten student?
If no one is present to meet the student, the bus driver will return the child to the school, and a parent/guardian will need to pick them up.

 

Emergency and Contact Information

16. Who do I contact if I have questions or concerns about transportation?
You can contact the HUSD Transportation Department at [insert phone number] or [insert email address] for assistance.

17. What should I do if I need to report a safety concern?
Safety is our top priority. Please report any concerns directly to the Transportation Department or your child’s school.