Transportation
Transportation Overview
The buses are provided by the Office of Pupil Transportation (OPT). The Office of Pupil Transportation will send you notices about the bus your child will be taking, important information, and student rules.
***Parents should also inform the bus driver/matron of any problem their child may have while traveling to school. Remember, travel time is part of your child’s education.
- If bussing issues arise, you should contact your child’s bus company or the OPT Hotline at (718)392-8855 or PupilTransportationTeam@schools.nyc.gov
- Call your child’s school and report the issue to the school’s busing coordinator
- REMINDER: When calling your OPT Representative, ask for your OPT complaint # after filing your complaint.
- Office of Pupil Transportation 44-36 Vernon Boulevard Long Island City, NY 11101.
Afternoon Drop-Off
Those parents who want their children to be dropped off at a different place than where he/she is picked up must fill out a separate “drop-off” form, and contact your bussing coordinator, (insert name).
Moving
If your family is moving, please notify the school Two-three weeks before you move to arrange a new route for your child.
Bus Suspensions
If your child is suspended from the bus, you as a parent are still responsible for your child’s transportation to and from school during those days. Also please note that any absences that occur during a bus suspension will count against your child’s overall attendance.
School Rules:
- PRACTICE SAFETY
- RESPECT THE RIGHTS OF SELF AND OTHERS
- COOPERATE WITH ALL SCHOOL/BUS PERSONNEL AND PEERS
Bus Safety Rules:
Students must:
- Get on the bus quietly
- Sit down and fasten your seat belt immediately
- Remain in your seat until the matron permits you to leave the seat
- Keep arms and legs out of the aisle
- Avoid hitting, pushing, and touching other students
- Get permission from bus personnel before opening a window
- Follow directions of bus personnel
Bus Companies for School-Age Children
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