Calaveras Unified School District
To: District Parents/Caregivers
From: Ronald Estes, Ed.D. Interim Superintendent
Re: Implementation of New Bus Pass System
Date: April 2026
We are excited to share an important update regarding student transportation at our school. Beginning in Spring 2026, we will be implementing a new system designed to enhance the safety, efficiency, and convenience of our bus services.
This new system will enhance our current electronic pass system that students will continue to use when boarding and exiting the bus. Each pass will be uniquely assigned to a student and will allow us to better monitor ridership, ensure accurate bus assignments, and improve communication with families.
Key benefits of the new system include:
• Enhanced Safety: Real-time tracking will help ensure students board and exit at the correct stops. Additionally, students will be monitored and maintained in the new Parent Portal APP.
• Improved Efficiency: Faster check-ins will reduce boarding times and streamline routes.
• Online Bus Application Implementation: General education students will be able to be monitored by parents for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year.
Over the coming weeks, we will provide additional details about how the system works, how passes will be distributed, and any steps families need to take to prepare.
Our goal is to make this transition as smooth as possible for both students and parents.
As you might already be aware, the district has made strides in restoring bus routes and services in an effort to meet the needs of all our families. We will maintain this focus for the coming years.
We appreciate your support as we introduce this new technology to improve our transportation services. If you have any questions in the meantime, please do not hesitate to contact the school office.