Transportation Reminders for 2026-27
Transportation Reminders for 2026-27
Transportation Safety Video
Review SoWashCo Schools: School Bus Safety & Active Transportation Safety Video for more information about school bus safety, bus/bus stop rules and safe walking/biking.
Seatbelt Video
If a student rides on a bus equipped with seatbelts, they are required by law to wear their seatbelt. Review the Seat Belt Training Video with your child to ensure safe/comfortable use of seatbelts.
Family Emergency Plans
Families should develop a family emergency plan in the event a student misses the bus or the bus is late due to weather or mechanical issue. Develop a family emergency plan in the event your child encounters a problem while walking/biking to/from school.
Bus Rider ID Program
All K-12 general education bus riders will be issued a “Bus Rider ID” identification card. Students will use their Bus Rider IDs to scan when they get on and off the bus each day. ECSE and Special Education students will NOT be issued a Bus Rider ID or required to participate in the program.
Using a Bus Rider ID is required to get on or off a bus. However, students will NOT be denied access to ride the bus if they forget or have misplaced their Bus Rider ID (replacement IDs can be requested if they are lost). We ask every bus rider to do their best to remember their Bus Rider ID and to scan on and off the bus.
Eligible bus riders can obtain their Bus Rider IDs from their school at either the open-house event or during their first day of school.
Learn how to use your Bus Rider ID
Where to find your student’s bus information
General education bus route information will be available in Campus Parent Portal. Please check for final bus route information 48 hours prior to school starting, as minor route adjustments may occur.
Special education bus route information will be shared directly with families via email or phone starting on August 28th.