Paid Transportation
State funding for student transportation is not provided for students living within 1.5 miles of their schools. These students may ride the bus for a fee determined annually by the Board of Education provided that space is available and a route already exists. (No stops will be made less than one-half mile from the school building.)
*Due to the ongoing bus driver shortage, paid ridership continues to be limited and only offered if space is available on an existing bus route. Applications are only accepted September 2 through October 15, 2025, and bus availability will be evaluated after October 18, 2025. Payment will only be accepted after a parent or guardian has received notification that their application has been approved. A student will be officially assigned to a bus route once payment has been fully processed by the District. Please note that refunds will not be issued if paid ridership is discontinued at any time.
Paid Rider Transportation Fees for 2025-26
- One child - $470
- Two children - $570
- Three or more children - $620
Please submit a separate application for each student for whom you choose paid transportation. Applications will be accepted September 2 through October 15, 2025, and bus availability will be evaluated after October 18, 2025. Payment will only be accepted after a parent or guardian has received notification that their application has been approved. A student will be officially assigned to a bus route once payment has been fully processed by the District. Please note that refunds will not be issued if paid ridership is discontinued at any time. The last day to submit an application for the 2025-26 school year is October 15, 2025.
Applications for Paid Transportation are now CLOSED for 2025-26
Payments can be paid online through e-Funds for Schools. Parents who do not have Internet access may come to their child's school to process their cash, check, or credit card payments. A small convenience fee is added for credit card processing. Please note that refunds will not be issued if paid ridership is discontinued at any time.
Questions regarding pay riders should be directed to Jamie Wieckiewicz, Administrative Services, 847-963-3209.
General questions regarding transportation should be directed to Transportation Services, 847-963-3900.