Transportation

The Transportation Department consists of Bus Drivers, Attendants, Mechanics and office staff.

Throughout the school year the staff takes part in workshops, refreshers, annual reviews, medical examinations and random drug testing. We are committed to the safe transportation to and from school every day for every student. We wish you a healthy and happy school year!

School bus service for 2023-2024 school opening:

• School buses will operate on Thursday, September 7, 2023 for students in grades K-12.
• Bus routes will be published in the Cazenovia Republican and the school website by the final week of August.
• Buses traveling to non-public schools and BOCES will operate according to the school calendar for each school.

• Younger children and pets should be kept clear of the bus stop. The full attention of the driver and students is necessary.
• Parents or caregivers of younger students should be visible at the time students are dropped off.
• Kindergarten students must be dropped off to an adult.
• Students should move away from the bus.
• Students should never cross behind the bus or try to get on from behind the bus.
• Students should follow the safe crossing procedures explained by the school bus driver.

• Students participating in after-school activities need a late bus pass from the teacher/coach to ride a late bus.
• Late buses leave from the Middle School bus circle.

• Any day school is closed due to adverse weather conditions no buses will run. On days when school is delayed, weather permitting, the afternoon schedule will resume. The radio, television and the internet will provide up-to-date information.

• Be ready and waiting at the bus stop when the bus arrives.
• Wait for the bus to come to a complete stop. Wait for the crossing signal from the driver before moving toward the bus.
• Students should remain seated whenever the bus is moving. All buses have seat belts, available for student use.
• Students should talk quietly.
• Manageably sized backpacks are recommended.
• Eating and drinking on the bus is not permitted.
• Problems should be reported to the driver, building principal, teacher or parent. Students should not try to handle problems themselves.
• Drivers may assign seats. Drivers may issue student conduct reports.

• Day care information should be in place by August 1st. This information must be renewed each school year. It is helpful to correct this information prior to the first day of school to insure your child is on the correct bus.
• Eating and drinking on the school bus are not allowed due to the danger of choking and risk to those with food allergies.
• Live pets, even when caged, are not allowed on the buses. No glass items of any kind are permitted. Skateboards, sleds, ice skates, snowboards and scooters should be transported by parents, as these items may cause injury to passengers.
• Backpacks should be used to help keep items together and be of a size that can be easily and safely managed by the child.
• Large musical instruments, large athletic bags and fragile projects may need to be transported by parents, due to limited space.
• All students will participate in a school bus evacuation and safety drill during the first seven days of school and at least two other times during the school year.
• Belongings should be marked with the student name and the school attending.
• All changes should be in writing to the school. Bus passes will be issued for all bus changes. Verbal requests from students must be verified.
• Every effort should be made to call before 1 p.m. with any changes for the afternoon schedule for your child.
• Afternoon bus routes will only transport your child to home or to daycare.
• Transportation will not be provided for play dates, lessons, work or parties.
• Please communicate with our office in a timely manner if you have any questions or concerns regarding your child’s transportation needs.