| About Us: |
| We are the providers of affordable parent funded bussing for regional programs in the GTA Our team consists of personnel who established and have been successfully running parent funded bussing for regional programs. Since 2002 we have been successfully providing affordable bussing services for regional programs. We help your child to focus more on their studies by bussing them from home to school and back with a quick and safe method. Our goal is to provide the most economical, efficient and dependable transportation system for various regional programs. |
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| Our Partners: |
| Bus to School Program is at present using First Student Canada (Formerly Laidlaw) as the service provider. First Student is a very well known company whose services are being used by all School Boards across Ontario. They are the largest service provider for school transportation in North America. Every school day, more than 2.9 million children are transported across North America on First student school buses. Locally, they transport more than 50,000 students per day within Ontario. |
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| School Bus Safety Rules: |
The "School Bus Safety Rules" have been prepared using the guidelines of the District School Board's and the Regional Police. These rules have been created to ensure the safety of all students and the intention is to support the bus drivers in maintaining a safe environment on the bus.
Students Must:
Carry their Bus to School Bus Pass at all times.
Be at their pick-up point 5-10 minutes before the designated time. Remember that times given are approximate and can vary due to road/ weather conditions.
Listen to the bus driver when getting on and off the bus, especially when a road must be crossed.
Go directly to their seat and remain seated at all times until they are let off the bus by the driver.
Follow all instructions from the bus driver, especially about placement of their personal belongings. Students are responsible for the safety of their belongings and in no case shall bus to school or the bussing company be held responsible for lost or stolen belongings.
Not smoke, eat or drink, fight, or use loud, offensive, or abusive language or make obscene or objectionable gestures, or display printed or hand drawn signs in the bus windows.
Not open or close windows unless the driver permits it.
Keep all belongings inside the bus at all times.
Not damage or deface the bus (student will be held financially responsible).
Respect private property while waiting for the bus.
Not distract the driver while the bus is in motion unless absolutely necessary.
Radios, Ipods, Mp3 Players and cell phones are not allowed on the bus unless equipped and used with a personal headset.
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| Discipline Process: |
The following will be adhered to, and depending on the severity of the situation, and at the discretion of Bus to school and the School, the process may be accelerated. Bussing privileges may not be offered in subsequent years to riders who have received a suspension from bussing. Discipline reports are maintained and carry over from year to year. The Bus to school and the schools will keep driver reports on file. No refund will be made if the rider is suspended for disciplinary reasons.
1st Driver's Conduct Report Student, parents,and the school are notified.An attempt will be made to reach the parent by phone.
2nd Driver's Conduct Report Report by registered mail to parent with a warning of suspension of bussing privileges.
3rd Driver's Conduct Report 1-week suspension from bussing privileges.
4th Driver's Conduct Report 1-month suspension from bussing privileges.
5th Driver's Conduct Report Permanent suspension from bussing privileges for the balance of the year.
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| Routes and Stop Locations: |
Each year the bus routes are structured to best accommodate the students enrolled in regional programs as per boundary defined by school boards.
Each school year the bus routes are set up to best serve the needs of the majority and routes are decided based on applications received by the application deadline date found in the application package.
Students are expected to meet at their designated stops and not ask to be dropped off or to be picked up at other points. Safety and efficiency are the prime considerations in setting up bus stops.
Drivers are not permitted to make any changes in stop locations. Students can expect the average walk distance from home to the bus stop to be 1 km or less.
Applications received after the application deadline date,are processed only after all prior applications have been accommodated and only if space is still available.
Routes are not altered to accommodate late applications and parents will be responsible for getting students to existing stops as late applicants and one way riders are accommodated on existing stop locations they may have to walk distance more than 1 km.
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| Bus Pass: |
Bus passes will be required to board the bus. All applicants who have paid in full (postdated cheques processed) by August 1st shall receive their bus pass with their name and route number. This shall be mailed to you in the second week of August. If you do not receive your pass by August 20th please contact Bus to School via e-mail or telephone.
If you lose your bus pass you will need to send us a written request along with a cheque for $25 to send you a duplicate bus pass.
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| Bus Cancellation Information: |
Bus to School program observes the same bus cancellation policy as the District School Boards.
Therefore, if the District School Boards cancel bussing due to weather or any other conditions, the Bus to School buses will also be cancelled.
This applies not only to bussing in the morning to school, but also applies if the District School Boards decide to pick up students early in the afternoon due to weather condition.
For more information Please call
Mississauga Schools (905)275-1615
Brampton Schools (905)857-4370 Extension 1
For the info on District School Boards please visit their individual sites:
http://www.dpcdsb.org
http://www.peelschools.org/schools/closing.htm
http://www.yrdsb.edu.on.ca
http://www.haltondsb.on.ca
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| Address Change Policy: |
The Bus routes for next school year are processed after 15 days of application deadline date and if a student changes his/her address after that time, bus to school will make every effort to accommodate this student on an alternate route, subject to availability and the student shall be accommodated on an existing stop location.
However we request parents if they are aware of the new location then they should fill the application accordingly. Once routes are being processed (15 days after application deadline) all address changes are subject to availability on existing routes and stops.
No refunds. Address changes are accommodated on existing stop locations and may have a longer walk distance.
Any request for address change after 15 days of application deadline date shall have to be made in writing along with a cheque for administration fee of $50.
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| NSF Cheque Policy: |
Application processing is stopped if your cheque is returned back to us as an NSF. All NSF cheques must be replaced immediately by certified cheques and must include the $50 NSF service charge.
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| Refund Policy: |
Parents must commit to the bussing program for a full year. If a student withdraws from the program or does not require bussing any more, NO REFUND will be made.
Withdrawals can be made within 15 days after the application deadline for a refund after deduction of administrative charges($50). After 15 days of the application deadline there are no exceptions to refunds.
If a student changes his/her address after 15 days of application deadline date Bus to school will make every effort to accommodate this student on an alternate route, subject to availability and shall be accommodated on existing stop locations.
However we request parents if they are aware of new location then they should fill the application accordingly. Once routes are being processed all address changes are subject to availability on existing routes and stops. No Refunds.
Exceptions:
Two-way riders will receive an official confirmation e-mail stating your pick up location and time by end of July.
If the target ride time or walk distance as mentioned in the application package is not achieved, you will have the option of a full refund provided you notify the Bus to School program in writing within 10 days of the date of your confirmation e-mail.
However this clause is not applicable to one way, late applicants and address change riders as they are accommodated on existing stop locations.
We may not be able to provide bussing for each and every student who requests it. If we are not able to place a student on a bus route, we shall notify you and a full refund will be given.
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| Frequently Asked Questions: |
Do you know what the stops are for next year?
We are unable to provide this specific information until end-July. If there are more students in one area, the stops would be designed to have students picked up at a central location and within 1 km walking distance from their residence.
What shall be my pick-up time?
In general, the bus start times vary from school to school and are specified in the application package for the specific school.
Can I enroll for a one-way transportation only and pay a reduced fee?
Yes, we do provide this option.
Can I make one payment or change the payment plan?
No, we request that you maintain the plan as posted.
Am I entitled to a discount if I have more than one child in the bussing program?
The fees are calculated based on total bus cost divided by the total number of riders, therefore we will not be able to provide discount.
Will my deposit be returned if my son/daughter is not accepted into the regional program?
Yes, you will receive a full refund if your son/daughter is not accepted in the program and you must inform us as soon as possible of this situation.
When can I withdraw from the bussing program to get a refund?
Withdrawals can be made within 15 days after the application deadline for a refund after deduction of administrative charges($50). After 15 days of the application deadline there are no exceptions to refunds.
What if I move during the school year?
If you move during the school year, we attempt to place your son/daughter on an existing route nearest to your new address at the nearest existing stop location provided that route that has room.
Since address changes are accommodated on existing stop locations you may have a longer walk distance. There is no guarantee that you will have transportation from your new address.
There is no refund issued if we are unable to provide you transportation for the balance of the year.
There is an administration fee of $50 for a change of address request that must be received prior to arrangements being made.
What if my son/daughter decides not to pursue the regional program any longer?
There are no refunds issued.There are no exceptions to this rule.
How do I sign up for bussing?
Click on the Application, this will take you to the bussing application and then onto the online registration form.
Complete the form and after it has been submitted you will immediately receive an email confirming your initial registration.
Once I submit my online application a seat will be held for me?
On submitting your online application you shall immediately receive a initial registration e-mail. Please print the initial registration e-mail and follow the instructions on that e-mail.
A seat shall be held only on receipt of the completed signed application along with the payment and not on initial registration on our web-site.
When do I know my stop location?
You will receive an official confirmation e-mail stating your pick up location and time by July 31st.
When do I get my Bus Pass?
You shall receive you bus pass by August 20th.
We are waiting at the bus stop and the bus seems to be late,who do I call?
If you attend a school in Mississauga Call at 905-275-1615 and If you attend a school in Brampton call 905-857-4370 Extension 1.
Tell them which route and stop you are on and they will tell you if the bus is late(bus could be late because it broke down,or had other problems). The number can also be found on your bus pass.
What do I do if I change my e-mail address?
It is very important that you send us an e-mail notifying us of a change in your e-mail address as we send most of our communication by e-mail.
What if sometimes my son/daughter needs to reach early or to stay late at school for some activities?
The parents are responsible for the transportation of their son/daughter if there are activities before or after regular school time.
Will the bus come into my housing complex?
Buses do not go into housing complexes. |
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| Privacy Policy: |
Website Privacy Policy
Bus to School Program is committed to protecting the privacy of members. All personal information collected by Bus To School via this website or otherwise is done so in accordance with the following privacy policy.
Protecting Your Personal Information
Certain processes available on this website are used to collect personal information such as "Online Registration", Bus to School collects no personal information about you unless you choose to provide that information to us.
Any personally identifiable data about student enrolment is stored securely and used only for the purpose for which it is provided to us.
Information that we collect will only be used for Bus to School Program for Bussing.
When You Leave the Bus To School Website
This policy discloses the privacy practices for the Bus To School website (www.bustoschool.com).
However, the Bus To School website contains links to other sites. Once you link to another site, you are subject to the privacy and security policies of the new site.
Bus to School encourages you to read the privacy policies of all websites you visit, especially if you share any personal information.
Bus to School Web Site Disclaimer
Thank you for visiting this Bus To School Web site.
Bus To School has taken reasonable measures to ensure that the information and data presented on this website are accurate and current.
However, Bus To School makes no express or implied warranty regarding the accuracy of such information or data, and hereby expressly disclaims all legal liability and responsibility to persons who or entities that use or access this site and its content.
Disclaimer Regarding Legal Matters
This Web Site is not to be construed as the provision of legal advice, nor should it be relied on as such.
Anything contained herein is solely for informational purposes and should NOT be relied on when making legal decisions.
If you require legal advice, Bus To School recommends that you seek the services of a qualified lawyer. |
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