For NPS Parents:
Eligibility for Free Transportation
Eligibility for Paid Transportation
Current Bus Routes: 2024-25
2025-26 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
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.
