Transportation
The Transportation Department is committed to providing safe, reliable, and efficient transportation services for Bellwood School District 88 students. Our team works to ensure students arrive at school, extracurricular activities, and other district-sponsored events safely and on time.
Department Responsibilities:
- Daily transportation to and from school
- Transportation for eligible students with disabilities
- Transportation for extracurricular activities and field trips
- Transportation support for approved district events and staff travel
Transportation Eligibility
Students may receive transportation at no cost if they:
- Reside within Bellwood School District 88 boundaries and live more than 1.5 miles from their assigned school, or
- Qualify for transportation due to a designated hazardous walking route or other applicable requirements.
If you have questions about your child's transportation eligibility, please contact the Transportation Department.
Student Safety
Student safety is our highest priority. Bellwood School District 88 school buses are operated by licensed drivers who meet all state certification requirements.
To help maintain a safe environment, district school buses are equipped with audio and video recording systems. Recordings may be used to monitor student conduct and support a safe transportation environment during school-related travel.
Bus Expectations
Students are expected to follow all school bus rules to help ensure a safe ride for everyone.
While Riding the Bus
- Remain seated while the bus is moving.
- Follow the directions of the bus driver or bus assistant.
- Keep hands, feet, and personal belongings inside the bus.
- Speak respectfully and use appropriate language.
- Keep noise at a level that allows the driver to safely operate the bus.
Safety & Conduct
- Bullying, fighting, horseplay, or other unsafe behavior is prohibited.
- Do not tamper with emergency exits or bus equipment.
- Food, drinks, gum, tobacco, alcohol, illegal drugs, and other prohibited substances are not permitted.
- Students may board or exit the bus only after it has come to a complete stop and when directed by the driver.
Personal Belongings
Items that may create a safety hazard—including skateboards, hoverboards, balloons, glass objects, or other oversized or unsafe items—are not permitted on district buses.
Students riding a bus other than their assigned route must have prior approval and a bus pass issued by their school.
Bus Conduct
Transportation is a privilege. Students who do not follow bus expectations or whose behavior creates an unsafe environment may lose transportation privileges in accordance with the District's Student Handbook and Board policies.
