Transportation
Transportation Guide for Families
Transportation services that are available to students vary by each child’s eligibility and need for those services.
Methods of Transportation
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MetroCards are distributed by your school for use on MTA subways & non-express buses.
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Stop-to-School Busing picks up and drops off eligible students at designated bus stops.
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Curb-to-School Busing picks up students from the nearest, safest curb to their home.
Eligibility
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MetroCards and Stop-to-School Busing: Depends on grade and distance requirements; busing is available based on additional criteria, including length of route and district lines. Additionally, it is provided to students who are recommended for stop-to-school busing on their 504 Plan.
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Curb-to-School Busing: Provided to students who are recommended for curb-to-school busing on their IEP or 504 Plan.
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Students in Temporary Housing and Foster Care in Grades K-6: Are eligible to request busing and will be placed either on a stop-to-school or curb-to-school route. More information is below.