TRANSPORTATION

Bus Service Change Request Form

Welcome to the Transportation Department of Dripping Springs ISD. We are excited about the opportunity to provide transportation for the children of our district to and from school and other events. As we transport students, everyone in the DSISD Transportation Department realizes that we are entrusted with the most precious cargo possible. Our interaction with each student contributes to the tone for his or her success in the classroom. A successful Transportation Department is an integral part of the educational process and we will take every step to ensure we deliver students to school safely and efficiently as possible.

Parents are encouraged to review bus safety guidelines with their children to help ensure a safe and pleasant ride for everyone.

MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Transportation Department is to provide safe and efficient transportation to the students of Dripping Springs ISD, in support of the district's educational functions and school activities.

FINDING ROUTE INFORMATION
To find morning and afternoon routes, select "Bus Routes" on the DSISD homepage. Parents will be notified of any route modifications throughout the school year. Students should be at bus stops 10 minutes prior to the scheduled pick-up as pick-up times can fluctuate due to traffic and other events.

PARAMETERS OF SERVICE
Transportation is provided for students to and from the bus stop designated to service the student's residence of record.  Students are expected to ride their assigned bus and load/unload only at their assigned stop

The District does not provide transportation services to alternate locations including:

• other residences such as a friend's house, babysitter or relative
• businesses including parent's business or place of employment
• after school activities

Parents should make alternate arrangements for students traveling to or from alternate locations.

Transfer students are NOT eligible for transportation route services.

Some students who attend more than one school to participate in classes not offered at their school are transported between schools during school hours.

Special education students are eligible for transportation if need is established through the Admission, Review and Dismissal process.