Transportation Forms & Policies

• A minimum $100 cleaning fee will be charged if an activity vehicle is returned dirty.

• Additional charges may apply depending on the level of dirt or damage.

• All weekday activities using Transportation services must be completed by 2:15 p.m.

• If your activity will extend beyond that time, please contact the Bus Barn in advance.

To keep a mini bus or suburban longer than scheduled, call the Bus Barn at (970) 247-5335 to request an extension.

Purpose

Student ID badges act as student bus passes and are essential for:

• Student identification

• Campus security

• Access to the district's school bus transportation system

All students must have a valid ID badge in their possession while on school property.

Procedures for lost student ID badges/bus passes

If a student loses their ID badge/bus pass:

1. Report the Loss: The student or parent/guardian must report the loss to the school’s front office within 24 hours of noticing the badge is missing.

2. Verification: The school office will verify the loss by contacting the parent/guardian.

3. Replacement Request: The school will enter the request into the automated Student Badge Replacement system.

4. If the Lost Badge Is Found Later:

   • The old badge must be turned in to the front office.

   • It will not work with the Transfinder bus system after deactivation.

5. Replacement Cost:

   • A $10 fee will be charged per replacement.

   • Payment options include cash, check, credit card, or an emailed payment link.

6. Timing: The new badge is typically ready in 3-5 business days and can be picked up from the school’s front office.

7. Frequent Replacements: If a student requests five or more replacements, the school administration may schedule a meeting with the parent/guardian to discuss the issue.

Exceptions and financial hardships

• Fee Waivers: Students participating in the following programs are exempt from the $10 replacement fee:

  • Free and Reduced Lunch Program

  • McKinney-Vento Program

  If your child qualifies, please notify the school office when payment is requested.

• IEP or 504 Students: Students with an IEP or 504 plan are not exempt from the replacement fee.

• Financial Hardship: Families who cannot afford the replacement cost may submit a written fee waiver request to the school principal or a designated administrator.

Student and parent responsibilities

• Students are responsible for the safekeeping of their ID badge/bus pass.

• The ID badge must be in the student’s possession at all times on school property.

• Failure to follow this policy may result in limited access to:

  • School facilities

  • School transportation

  • Other school resources

All students enrolled in district or charter schools are issued Student ID badges. These IDs serve multiple purposes:

• Primary Use: Scanning for school bus transportation, to enhance safety, accountability, and track usage.

• Additional Uses:

  • Field trips and activity buses

  • City Transit pass access

ID requirements on buses

• All students must carry their Student ID when riding the bus.

• Middle school and high school students are required to wear their Student ID at all times, both on the bus and at school.

Misplaced Student IDs

When riding the bus:

• If a Student Forgets or Loses Their ID: They will be reminded to locate it or request a new one at the school office.

• Second Offense (Morning Ride):

  • The student may ride the bus to school.

  • The school will call the parent/guardian.

  • A behavior write-up will be issued.

• Second Offense (Afternoon Ride):

  • The student will not be allowed to ride the bus home.

  • They must go to the office to call their parent/guardian for pickup.

  • Proof of a replacement request may allow them to board.

Replacing Student IDs

Student responsibilities

• Students must:

  • Request a replacement from the school office.

  • Complete any required paperwork.

  • Pay the applicable replacement fee.

Replacement fees

• If the ID is defective and shows no deliberate damage, it will be replaced free of charge.

• Fee structure:

  • Elementary and Middle School: $5.00

  • Durango High School: $10.00

• Fees are collected at the time the replacement is ordered.

• Replacement IDs will be issued to students once created.

ID distribution and use by grade level

Middle and high school students:

• Will receive their ID directly from their school.

• IDs will include:

  • School logo

  • Student name

  • Student photograph

• No other personal information will appear on the card.

• Regular bus riders must scan their ID when boarding and exiting the bus daily.

• Other students must retain their ID for use on activity buses.

Elementary school students:

• All students receive an ID with:

  • Student photo

  • Full name

  • District logo (no school-specific designation)

• IDs are designed to attach to a backpack or be worn in a secure location to prevent loss.

• If a family opts out of using a student photo due to privacy policies, the ID will feature only the district logo.