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Transportation Rules & Policies

Rules and Policies for Flour Bluff ISD Transportation Department

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FBISD School Buses

The fleet of 56 buses travels more than 2,230 miles daily over 108 routes to transport more than 1950 students to home from school. The buses are part of a well-organized, safety-oriented transportation system, with each bus inspected and repaired regularly.

The school bus driver has sometimes been referred to as the “silent teacher.” Because of the precious cargo transported by these drivers, great care is given to their qualifications, certification, training, and operational requirements. Drivers must pass physical and medical exams as prescribed by the state, a pre-employment prohibitive substance test, and a criminal records check. Drivers are also subject to random drug testing.

Morning Bus Pick-up Times:

Flour Bluff

  • Pre-K thru 6th Grade - 6:30 a.m.
  • 7th Grade thru 12th Grade - 7:25 a.m.

Padre Island

  • Pre-K thru 6th Grade - 6:30 a.m.
  • 7th Grade thru 12th Grade - 7:00 a.m.

View Pick-Up and Drop-Off times for all routes

Who is Responsible for Discipline on the Bus?

The driver is responsible for safety and discipline on the bus. Misconduct and safety violations are reported to the principal, who assumes the responsibility for taking proper action.

All students and drivers are subject to audio and video monitoring. The recorded videos will be reviewed by the Transportation Supervisor, and if necessary, given to the appropriate principal for disciplinary action. The video recordings will be strictly controlled by the Office of Transportation and by the respective principal in order to protect the rights of individuals.

Students who do not conduct themselves properly and safely may lose the privilege of riding the bus. The district has the right to deny transportation to those students whose behavior jeopardizes the safety of others.

Disciplinary action resulting from misconduct will be consistent with the established policies and administrative regulations, rules and procedures adopted to govern students.

What if I Have a Question?

The staff of the Office of Transportation will be happy to answer all questions. Call 694-9704 or 694-9702.

What Happens to Bus Service During Bad Weather?

If school is in session, buses will run. School will be dismissed only upon instruction from the Superintendent of Schools. Local radio and television stations will be advised to announce instructions before classes start. In case of local flooding or hazardous weather conditions, students will not be dismissed from school unless the principal determines that it is safe for children to travel to their homes.

Articles Left on the Bus

The driver will turn in articles left on the bus to the school or the Transportation Office; however, drivers are not responsible for property left on the bus.

Bus Schedules

Note: the above pick-up times are for the FIRST STOP on each route. Times will vary depending upon the sequence of stops.

Who is Eligible for Transportation?

To be eligible for transportation, a student must:

  • Live at least two miles or more from his/her assigned school as measured by the nearest commonly traveled public road.
  • Reside in the District.

View the Transportation Eligibility Map

Parent/Guardian Responsibilities

  • Ensure that their child is aware of, cooperates in, and obeys the rules on the school Bus Registration Pamphlet, as well as bus driver instructions.
  • Crossing their child across streets where there are no crossing guards or traffic signals.
  • Ensure that their child rides the appropriate bus.
  • Ensure that their child demonstrates appropriate conduct at bus stops.

Riding School Buses

The school district staff and bus drivers share your concern about the safety of your child. You can assist in providing a safe bus ride by instructing your child in the following rules:

  • Students must be on time. Students must be at their bus stop five minutes before pick-up time. Once a bus departs a stop, it will not stop for stragglers.
  • While waiting at the bus stop, students must respect the property of homeowners in the area.
  • Students must not move alongside a moving bus, but wait until it has stopped, then walk to the front door.

Transportation Team

Carlos Vargas
Director of Transportation
cvargas@flourbluffschools.net
(361)694-9709

Ronald R. Robles
Chief Operating Officer
rrobles@flourbluffschools.net
(361)694-9706

Nicole Cantu
Transportation Clerk
ncantu@flourbluffschools.net
(361)694-6704

Amanda Lopez
Transporation Lead Driver
alopez@flourbluffschools.net
(361)694-9708

Janie Garanzuay
Transportation Secretary
jgaranzuay@flourbluffschools.net
(361)694-9702

Transportation Links

  • Bus Driver Job Opportunities
  • Transportation Eligibility Map
  • Transportation Rules & Policies
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