9^th annual Bus Driver Appreciation Day!

May 16, 2012 marks our annual Bus Driver Appreciation Day. This day is set aside every year to recognize the safe and caring efforts our school bus drivers provide by transporting approximately 8,800 children to and from district schools each day. We'd like to express a sincere thank you to all school bus drivers for the challenging work they do each day getting our students to school safely, on time and ready to learn.

Student transportation update for new schools

To prepare for the opening of new schools in September 2012, there are several important updates about transportation changes that will be in place this fall.

If your children are attending one of the schools below in Fall 2012, select your school to read about these important changes to bus service for students:

Bessie Nichols School
Michael Strembitsky School

2011-12 Student Transportation Calendar Update

We have just posted an updated 2011-2012 Student Transportation Calendar. Click here to see this latest update.

2011-2012 Fees Update for Parents

For updated information on student transportation fees for the 2011-2012 school year, please visit the For Your Information section of our website.

Traffic Safety in Alberta

We've added a new resource link in the Safety section of our website. The Alberta Transportation, Office of Traffic Safety believes that child traffic safety is everyone's responsibility and is committed to working with its partners to build a province-wide network of communities dedicated to keeping kids safe. The website provides loads of great resources for educators, parents and community members in teaching children about the importance of traffic safety, getting your communities involved in traffic safety, and encouraging a new generation of more safety conscious Albertans.

Transportation info for Parents

Looking for information on applying for bus service, yellow bus passes, school bus safety and more? Find it here in our Student Transportation info sheets:

• elementary alternative programs
• students with special needs
• rural and designated receiving schools

You'll find all three info sheets on our Publications page or by clicking on the links above.

Student Transportation provides transportation to designated schools.

What is a designated school?
Every neighbourhood in Edmonton has designated public schools. More...

How do I find my designated school?
There are several ways to find your designated school. More...