2024-25 Bus Registration Open Now
2024-25 Bus Registration Overview
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Mail In Bus Registration Form
For all kindergarten students and other families who cannot use MySchoolBucks. Please return to Central Office, 70 Low Street, Newburyport, MA 01950
Eligibility for Free Transportation
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Eligibility for Paid Transportation
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I register a Kindergarten student or register by mail?
Please use this form to register a kindergarten student or to register by mail.
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Who can ride the bus?
Any student who is a resident of Newburyport can purchase a bus pass. Only some students are eligible for free transportation.
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Who is eligible for free transportation?
In 2023-24, all students (who are Newburyport residents) in kindergarten through grade 6 who live 1.5 miles or more from school.
All students who qualify for free and reduced lunch.
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How is mileage to school measured?
Mileage is measured from home to school using Google Maps.
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What do I need for my child to ride the bus?
For the 2023-24 School Year
- All students must have a bus pass to ride.
- All students must complete a bus registration on MySchoolBucks.
- All registrations must be received prior to the deadline of June 25, 2024. (New student enrollments are accepted.)
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If my child qualifies for free transportation, do I need to register?
Yes. Even students who qualify for free transportation must register for a bus pass using MySchoolBucks.com.
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Who can purchase a bus pass?
- All students (who are residents of Newburyport) in kindergarten through Grade 6 who live less than 1.5 miles from school.
- All students in Grades 7-12.
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What is the fee to purchase a bus pass?
$300.00 per student for the first 2 students in a family.
Additional family members (over 2 students): $100 per student.
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What if I miss the deadline?
Registrations received after the deadline will be subject to a $25 late fee, students will be placed on a wait list.
Wait listed students will be added based on seating availability.
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Can I purchase a one-way or partial year pass?
No, only full-day/full-year passes are available.
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Can my child ride any bus with a pass?
No, students can only ride their assigned bus.
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Who do I contact if I have questions?
Please email transportation@newburyport.k12.ma.us with any questions or call the Superintendent's office at (978) 465-4456 x2000.
2023-24 BUS ROUTES
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Bresnahan School Bus Routes
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Nock-Molin Bus Routes
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NHS Bus Routes
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