Miscellaneous
How do I register my child for an after-school activities bus?
- A request for an after-school bus stop must be submitted to the school coordinator. The School Bus Coordinator will submit the request to С³óߣ Transportation
Where do I find after-school activity bus information?
- After-school activity bus information can be obtained by calling Transportation at (904) 858-6200 or contacting the school level coordinator at your student’s school of attendance.
My student does not have any after-school activities. Can he/she take an after-school activity bus home?
- No, After-school activities buses are only for those students who actively participate in authorized after-school activities.
Why does my child’s after-school activity bus arrive at the bus stop earlier or later than the scheduled time?
- Although there are authorized after-school activity bus stops with designated drop off times, not all the stops will be used because students may not be on the bus to get dropped off at an authorized stop, which will affect the timing of the bus route.
What time will my child be dropped off on early dismissal days?
- All bus routes will run approximately 1hr and 45 minutes earlier than on full days.
I am disabled and unable to accompany my child to the bus stop each morning. Can the bus stop at my home?
- Bus routes and bus stops have been created for students. It is not possible to accommodate all special situations. Ultimately, it is the responsibility of parents/guardians to ensure the safe travel/transport of students to and from the bus stop and supervision while at the stop.
How do I find out about transportation for my special needs student?
- Transportation for students in low incidence programs with specific Individual Education Plan requirements is arranged by the special needs section of the Transportation Department. They can be contacted at (904) 858-6200, option 2.
Why are there bus monitors on some buses?
- Bus monitors are there to assist students who have documented special needs or as required by the Transportation Department.
Why did the bus operator ask for my child’s name and student ID number?
- FEFP (Florida Education Financial Program) is the primary mechanism for funding the operating costs of Florida school districts. FEFP requires that we maintain records of student ridership. Additionally, this gives the bus drivers and schools a roster of the bus riders.
My child was running towards the bus and the driver looked at him/her then drove off. Why?
- While it might look as though the driver “looked at the child and drove off” it is generally not the case. Drivers must check all the mirrors on the bus before moving. By looking at the mirrors, it may seem as though the driver looked at the child, but sometimes the child may not be in their line of sight. The best way to make sure your child does not miss the bus is to be at the stop about 10 minutes before the scheduled stop time.
What if I have chosen that my kindergarten student must be met at the bus stop by an adult, and they can’t get to the bus stop on time?
- The bus driver will continue on the route and have the dispatcher notify the school that they are returning the child to the school. Please know that bus drivers are not generally authorized to return students to school if an adult is not present. Procedures may require operators to contact the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office or Department of Children and Families. While these actions may appear extreme, they serve as guidelines that consistently promote the safety and security of students.
What are the transportation arrangements if my child attends an alternative school (Grand Park or Mattie V. Rutherford)?
- Bus stops are located at public locations, at or near schools. These stops are called “express stops." The one mile to a bus stop policy does not apply. Parents are responsible for getting students to and from the bus stops. The routes will not change throughout the year. Fourth & fifth grade students from Mattie V. Rutherford are provided shuttle service from four locations: Southside Middle, Kernan Middle, Highlands Middle, and Charger Academy. Contact the Transportation Department for pickup and dropoff times.