Q: What is new about Transportation this year?

A: The Coatesville Area School District has expanded its partnership with Krapf Bus Companies to include our new Bus Status 4 App. You can get bus delays, cancelations and changes right on your phone!  Information and instructions can be found on the CASD Transportation Website.

Q: When should my child arrive at the bus stop?

A:  At least 10 minutes before their scheduled pick-up time, as buses sometimes run early (or late).

Q:  How will I be notified if my child’s bus is running late?

A:  Buses often run late, especially the first two weeks of school. However, if delays are longer than 10 minutes, you will receive a notification on the Bus Status App.

Q: When are bus schedules sent out to families?

A:  Bus information is disseminated on the week of August 12th.  If you have any questions or concerns, contact our school or the Transportation Department by telephone @ 610-466-2400, option 2 or Email Transportation.

Q: What if I need to make changes to my bus schedule:

A:  Address changes and other requests, such as transportation to and from a babysitter’s home, must be made through your school.  Change of address and babysitter forms can be obtained from your school.  They must be completed in their entirety and returned to the building to ensure busing accommodations are completed in a timely manner.

Q:  Will there be assigned seats?

A:  Yes.  Seating Charts are for all students in Grades K – 8.  It is important if a parent needs to be contacted.

Q: How is the nationwide bus driver shortage affecting Coatesville?

A:  Unfortunately, like many other districts nationwide, Coatesville is experiencing a shortage of drivers. Krapf has been recruiting new drivers throughout the year and will continue to do so.  We have contingency plans in place to ensure our routes are covered.  Routes may be consolidated, or double runs will be required. Both of these solutions may cause delays.  The district will do its best to communicate delays on specific routes.  If you know of anyone who would be interested in driving for CASD, please contact Krapf Group for information about how to apply.