In elementary school, or special education schools – a school bus will be provided. Just like a regular bus, the student will go to the pre-designated bus stop that is closest to their residence, and board the proper bus. On the way home, the student will exit at their stop where their parents are likely there waiting for them. In many cases, special education students will likely be picked up at their residence, and will rely on smaller buses since the student population will be much smaller.
Grades 7-12, the student will use their ID card as a bus pass. As with the entering of the school, the bus pass will be integrated into the ID so they only need to carry one card to board the bus, and get in the school. This pass will allow them to take public transit to get to and from school. While this might seem like the school is being cheap, the student should be considered old enough to be able to take public transit on their own. The pass will be able to be used not only for school, but any other activity outside of school. If there is no reliable public transportation for the student, then the school will create a bus route, or collect the students close to home.
All students must have their own ID card from HHS. This card can function as a bus pass, a photo ID card, and a key card when using a compatible premise (such as school). This card will serve more than just a school ID card, but so much more. Many universities will offer a free pass for their students, so the technology is not out of the way there. The school will pay for the passes, so low income families shouldn’t have a negative impact on their student taking public transit to get to and from school. More information on the ID Card can be found on the Government’s Website.