EE Transportation Services Management

The Superintendent with the approval of the School Board and in accordance with the State Law will provide the following transportation services:

1. The RSU will provide transportation for elementary school and middle school students to and from the school that (a) is within RSU [and] (b) is the school that is nearest to the residence of the student. Transportation to other schools will not be provided, except for elementary (K-5) students who reside in Arrowsic.

2. Special Education/504 students -- All students, regardless of distance, if specified in an IEP or 504 Plan will be transported to and from school; door-to-door.

3. High School students -- The school district [may] provide transportation for high school students.

4. In order to protect the safety of students, any student receiving transportation services will be picked-up and dropped-off only at the designated stop closest to the student's residence.

Bus routes will be reviewed annually. Appeals for additional stops must be made in writing to the Superintendent, and if so requested by the parent, the decision of the Superintendent may be reviewed by the School Board at their discretion.

Transportation shall be accomplished in the most economical manner that is consistent with the welfare and safety of the students.

Legal Reference: 20-A M.R.S.A. § 5401; Private and Special Laws of Maine 2007, Chapter 25

Adopted: July 23, 2012