Transportation Services

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 particular problem your child may have while traveling to school. Remember, travel time is part of your child’s education.

• If bussing issues arise, you may contact your child’s bus company or the OPT Hotline at (718) 784-3313.
• Call your childs school and report the issue to the schools bussing coordinator
• Reminder**When calling your OPT representative, ask for your OPT complaint number after filing your complaint

Office of Pupil Transportation
44-36 Vernon Boulevard
Long Island City, NY 11101
Website 

Afternoon Drop-Off

Parents who want their children to be dropped at a different place than where he/she is picked up in the mornings must fill out a separate “drop-off” form and follow the directions listed on the form.

Moving

If your family is moving, please notify the school three weeks before you move in order to arrange for new bus transportation.

Bus Suspensions

If your child is suspended from the bus, you 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

• Get on the bus quietly
• Sit down and fasten seat belt immediately
• Remain in seat until the matron gives permission 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.