By Ethan Kramer
FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) – Fargo Public Schools will implement a new safety and accountability measure for all middle and high school students who ride district buses.
Beginning Monday, October 27, students will be required to scan their school ID card or enter their student ID number when boarding the bus to and from school.
The district said the new procedure will improve safety, communication and efficiency across the transportation system. Scanning IDs provides real-time information on which students are riding each bus and when they board or exit. The data can be vital in emergencies, helping ensure every student is accounted for.
Through the Here Comes the Bus app, parents can receive notifications showing when and where their child boards or exits the bus. The system helps the district and bus operators monitor ridership, adjust routes, and improve scheduling accuracy based on actual student use.
Each student receives a school ID card with a barcode when school photos are taken. Students can either scan this card or manually enter their student ID number when getting on or off the bus.
For morning trips, students will scan or key in when boarding the bus. Upon arrival at school, the bus driver will perform a quick walk-through to confirm all students have exited.
For afternoon trips, students must scan or key in both when boarding and exiting the bus at the end of the day.
Parents can download and set up the Here Comes the Bus app to receive alerts when their student scans on or off the bus.
