Special Education FAQ

 

 

  1. Q. Who do I contact to know if my student qualifies for transportation?
  1. Your student’s case manager (school site psychologist). 
  1. Q. How long does it take to route a student?
  1. Upon receipt of the transportation request from the Special Education Department:

In the beginning of the school year (first 2-3 months), routing can take 10-15 business days.
After the first three months of school, routing can take 5-7 business days. 

  1. Q. Do I need to complete another transportation form if I move?
  1. Yes, please contact with your case manager (school site psychologist); they will send you with a new transportation link.
  1. Q. If my student uses the car service and needs to make a change, can I tell the driver?
  1. All changes must be communicated to your case manager (school site psychologist); they will send you a new transportation link.    
  1. Q. Do I need to notify the District if my student goes on vacation or extended leave of absence?
  1. Yes, please notify the Transportation Department:
    Call 949-936-5370 ext. 1; or
    Email: spedtransportation@iusd.org.
  1. Q. Who do I contact if I want to cancel transportation services for the day?
  1. Call 949-936-5370 ext. 1; or
    Email: spedtransportation@iusd.org.
  1. Q. Can my student be removed from a route if not utilized?
  1. Yes, after five (5) consecutive days of no-call/no-show, your student will be placed on hold.  To remove the hold and resume services:
    Call 949-936-5370 ext. 1; or
    Email: spedtransportation@iusd.org.
  1. Q. If my student uses car service, do I need to call to cancel service?
  1. To cancel car service:
    Access the car service app and cancel through the app;
    Call 949 936-5370 ext. 1 to cancel; or
    Email: spedtransportation@iusd.org to cancel. 
  1. Q. How long will the bus or car service wait in the morning?
  1. There is no grace period in the morning. Please be at the bus stop 5 minutes before departure to ensure your student makes it on the bus.
  1. Q. Do I need to request transportation services each year?
  1. Yes, transportation services must be requested annually.  A link to an electronic form will be emailed to the parents at the end of every school year; this electronic form must be completed to request services each school year. 
  1. Q. Can my student be self-released in the afternoon (PM)?
  1. For your student to be self-released, you must submit a signed and dated written approval.