Transportation
At Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS), the safety and well-being of our students are our top priorities. We understand that reliable transportation is crucial for your child’s education, and we are committed to providing a safe, timely, and efficient transportation system to support their learning and success.
Transportation Updates & Deadlines for 26-27 School Year Transportation Guide for Families
Our Commitment to Safety
IPS school buses are equipped with various safety features to ensure the protection of our students, including:
- Seat belts
- Stop arms
- Video cameras
- GPS tracking
- Emergency exits
Opting-In & Registration
To ensure your child receives the appropriate transportation services, you must opt-in for school bus transportation and register your student each year during the annual school registration process. Look for the transportation opt-in section under “Forms” in the “Intent to Return” application in PowerSchool.
If you need assistance with the opting-in and registration process, please contact your child’s school or the IPS Transportation Department contact form. They following resources also provide guidance around using PowerSchool:
- Intent to Return Application Instructions
- PowerSchool Instructions (English)
- Instrucciones de Power School (Español)
Remember, even if your family is eligible for a one-year reprieve (grandfathered transportation), you must still indicate your wish to opt-in to transportation to ensure your child receives the service.
Contacting Us
If you have any concerns about your child’s transportation, whether they are riding the school bus or walking to school, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. You can contact the IPS Transportation Department by:
- Calling the IPS Service Center at 317.226.4000.
- Completing a Let’sTalk Form on the “Contact IPS Transportation” page.
We are here to work with you to ensure your child’s safe and efficient transportation to and from school. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact your child’s school or the IPS Transportation Department.
First View Resources
FirstView 1.0 app is available for students and families to view the real-time location of a student’s school bus. This year, there’s a new district code that parents will need to register for the app: S4V4U.