Transportation

Applying for Bussing with Student Transport

Student Transportation manages all the bussing, the schools confirm student registration and forwards your cancellations or amendment requests with Transport; the school does not coordinate bussing, this is all handled by Transport.

If you require bussing and have not applied for bussing before, please visit epsb.ca under the “Schools” heading at “Get to School” and click on “Applying for Yellow Bus Service.”  Go under the “2025-2026” heading to click on “2025-26 yellow bus service application form”.  Please read all the information carefully on the site. 

Yellow Bus Information:
Steinhauer School provides yellow bus transportation for students living in the Ermineskin, Paisley, Graydon Hill, and Hays Ridge communities.  The fee for yellow bus service for the 2025–2026 school year is $50.00.

Important Notes:
● Students will have assigned seating and are not permitted to switch seats.
● Steinhauer School does not provide transportation for students outside of the designated
yellow bus zones.
● All transportation services and policies are managed by Edmonton Public Schools’ Transportation Department.

Phone: 780-429-8585
Email: student.transportation@epsb.ca

Parent/Guardian Responsibilities
Parents/guardians must notify the office no later than 2:45 p.m. of any changes to their child’s bus arrangements for the day. With nearly 200 students riding the bus, it is essential that we are able to account for every student to ensure their safety. Late changes create significant challenges in tracking students and can delay or disrupt the dismissal process. To support a safe and efficient end to the day, please contact the office as early as possible with any changes to your child’s transportation. We appreciate your cooperation in helping us keep all students safe and accounted for. Parents/Guardians of students who ride the yellow bus are responsible for the following:

● Escort your child safely to and from the bus stop. Note: Bus drivers are not permitted to leave the vehicle and may not drop off Kindergarten or special education needs students unless an adult is present to receive them. If no one is available, the student may be returned to school, kept on the bus until contact is made, or in rare cases, taken to Emergency Social Services.
● Arrive at the stop 5 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time.
● Ensure your child is dressed for the weather and has a back-up plan in case of delays or missed buses.
● Teach your child appropriate bus safety and expected behaviour.
● Purchase the required monthly or annual bus pass.
● Inform the school office of any changes to address, pick-up/drop-off location, or program
status with at least 8 school days' notice.
● Assist students with severe special education needs when boarding and disembarking.
● Provide up-to-date emergency contact information.
● Notify the school in writing, steinhauer@epsb.ca, when yellow bus service is no longer required.  Failure to notify the school may result in bus fee charges, even if your child is no longer taking the bus.

Student Responsibilities
Students who ride the yellow bus are expected to:
● Arrive at the bus stop 5 minutes early.
● Wait in a safe, orderly manner away from the road.
● Respect private property and maintain a low noise level.
● Know and stay clear of the “danger zone”- within 3 metres of the bus.
● Step back from the bus after exiting and never cross in front of it.
● Board and exit in a single file using the handrail.
● Go directly to their assigned seat and remain seated, facing forward.
● Keep aisles clear and never stand while the bus is moving.
● Keep hands, feet, and belongings inside the bus at all times.
● Obey the driver’s instructions respectfully.
● Speak politely and quietly.
● Treat others with kindness and respect.
● Refrain from eating, drinking, damaging the bus, or using personal electronics to take photos.

Restricted Items on the Yellow Bus:
The following items are not permitted on yellow school buses:
● Bags or containers that cannot fit under the seat.
● Large or bulky items that cannot be safely stored on the bus- these must be transported by parents.
● Pets, weapons or objects resembling weapons, flammable items, or dangerous goods.

Public Transportation
Steinhauer School is also well-served by Edmonton Transit Service (ETS). Families living outside of designated yellow bus zones may wish to explore ETS routes as an alternative transportation option.