shirley.lange@riversideschools.net
Important Transportation Update - 2025/2026 School Year
The safety of our students is our highest priority. Beginning with the 2025–2026 school year, each student will be assigned one bus stop only for transportation to and from school. This stop may be either the residential parent’s address or one designated alternate stop submitted in advance (that resides in the school attendance zone).
In recent years, some students have had multiple bus stops on different days due to shared parenting schedules. While we have tried to accommodate these requests, the practice has created serious safety concerns, including:
Increased risk of students being placed on the wrong bus or dropped off at the wrong location
Confusion for drivers, students, and school staff when stops change day-to-day
Difficulty verifying where each child is supposed to be, which could delay emergency response in critical situations
By moving to one consistent bus stop per student, we can ensure that every child has a predictable and safe transportation plan that our drivers can confidently follow.
We understand that this change may require families to adjust schedules, and we appreciate your cooperation as we implement this student-safety improvement. Families with shared parenting arrangements will have the residential parent's house assigned as the student's designated bus stop. For questions, please contact the transportation office at 440-357-5571
Thank you for your understanding and support as we take this important step to protect our students and provide the safest, most reliable transportation possible.
Bus Pass Policy
To ensure student safety and maintain consistent transportation procedures, students are only permitted to ride their assigned bus to and from school. Bus passes will not be issued for students to ride home on a bus other than their assigned route. Exceptions will only be considered in cases of verified emergencies and must be approved by school administration.