Bus Pass / Parent Pay Program

Students are required to possess a bus pass before boarding school buses. All bus passes require a photo. If needed, the family may provide a photo or the Bus Pass Office will use the photo OUSD has uploaded on the District's student information system. Parents choosing to participate in the OUSD busing program must complete an application and select the designated bus stop determined to be the safest and closest bus stop to their home address. The Transportation Department will verify the safest and correct bus stop has been selected. Students are not required to accompany their parents when purchasing bus passes.

"The Danger Zone" is the twelve-foot area around the school bus. This area is especially dangerous because students can stand in places in which the driver of the bus cannot see.

Students should always use extreme caution when in "The Danger Zone." Upon exiting the bus, students are instructed to take twelve large steps away from the bus. If the K-8 student(s) require crossing the street in front of the bus, the students must wait for the school bus driver to cross them. Additionally, all pupils grades 9-12, inclusive who need to cross the highway or private road upon which the school bus is stopped. The driver shall use an approved hand-held “STOP” sign while escorting all pupils per O.U.S.D. Transportation Policy.

Subsidized bus passes are available for qualifying low-income families. The Bus Pass Office will use the Gross Income Eligibility Chart and the definitions below to decide eligibility. You must present documentation of your income to qualify. All documentation must show current, year-to-date income and must be for all members of the household. Families wishing to be considered under this program must apply IN PERSON with the necessary documentation in hand. No mail-in applications will be accepted for this purpose.

As outlined in the open enrollment contract, parents must provide transportation to and from the requested school.

You can submit your application, all necessary documentation, and pictures through Informed K-12 (use the links below). If you have questions, please email buspass@orangeusd.org. You may also mail your application and required documents to:

OUSD Transportation Department

Attn: Bus Pass Office

726 W. Collins Ave., Orange, CA 92867

 

When your bus pass is ready, someone will contact you to arrange pick-up. 

Thank you for allowing us to serve your transportation needs.

Letter from the Director of Transportation

Bus Conduct Regulations & FAQ

Stopfinder Quick Start Guide - Parent App

Stopfinder Quick Start Guide - Parent App - Spanish

Stopfinder - News Release Article

Gross Income Eligibility Chart

Request for Bus Stop Not Closest to Residence

Danger Zones - English 

Danger Zones - Spanish

Student Release/Important Information - English

Student Release/Important Information - Spanish

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Replacements: Bus passes are the property of Orange Unified School District and must be returned upon request. They will be collected on or near their expiration date. OUSD is not responsible for lost or stolen bus passes. A $10.00 replacement fee may be required. Please contact the Bus Pass Office for assistance.