Last updated on 4/7/2008
Unless you've been under a rock lately, you know of the financial crisis the state finds itself in. One of the results is that the District, by default, finds itself in the same crisis. Accordingly, we have to find ways to adapt and economize so that we can continue to give the best support possible. What this means in the Transportation department is that we have to modify routes to make them as efficient as possible. This may mean lengthening routes, reducing redundant coverage, and eliminating some At Will rider slots. Please bear with us as we make the necessary changes and work through the issues that this latest state fiscal crisis presents to us. As always, if you have any questions or comments, you can always e-mail or call us (237-3376).
As many of you already know, this area experienced a 6.5 earthquake on December 22, 2003. The result of that was minor damage to most of our sites, but major damage to Flamson Middle School. As a result, the main building at Flamson was determined to be unsafe for student occupation and has been demolished. However, the new Flamson building is currently under construction and is scheduled to open in the fall of 2009. Stop by the corner of 24th and Spring to see it take form!
Due to unforeseen circumstances and advisories, we have removed the bus routes from the internet. If you have routing questions, please contact us at 805 237-3378. However, if you enjoy receiving error messages, here's the link.
Special needs students have unique requirements that are addressed by the trained staff here in the Transportation Department. If you have a special needs child who requires transportation, please DO NOT call transportation to establish a pick-up. We must first attend an IEP with the District Office to best assess your child's needs. Please contact the Paso Robles Public Schools District Office at (805) 238-2222 to schedule an IEP.
If your special needs child is already a registered rider with the transportation department, you may call with your questions at (805) 237-3378, or e-mail the transportation supervisor at :
kstainbrook@king.prps.k12.ca.us.
We at the Paso Robles School District Support Services are committed to providing the maximum service for your student. It is because of this commitment that we offer transportation as capacity permits to students inside the walking radius limits set by the Board of Trustees.
This means that we will entertain requests from parents who reside within the 1 mile/3 mile walking radius to request transportation for their student. When we make such an accommodation, the student is identified as an "At Will" rider. However, this extra service does involve some special considerations:
1. The requests are on a first come, first served basis each year. If the route reaches capacity and ridership has to be reduced to accommodate those outside the walking radius, then those students within the radius will be "bumped" from the list in reverse order of acceptance.
2. If a student lives within the walking radius and becomes a discipline problem, that student will be removed from the bus list and will not be allowed to ride for the remaining part of the school year.
3. When filling out the bus registration form, the blank labeled "Inside walking radius" must be marked "Yes". Any attempt to misrepresent this information will result in immediate removal from the bus list.
4. You must apply at the beginning of each new school year. A seat on this year's bus does not guarantee a seat next year. Changing routes and increasing student populations make reduced capacity a very real probability.
This is a unique service to the community that we are proud to be able to offer. But remember, this is a service we offer while we have capacity and it does not impact the operation of school transportation. It is important to remember that your student can be "bumped" if the need for more capacity arises.
If you would like to register your child as an At Will rider, please stop by out offices at 2910 Union Road and we will supply you with the proper paperwork. If you want further information, please contact us at (805) 237-3378.