Carmel Clay Schools (CCS) has announced that families who reside in newly created no-bus zones have all been notified.
According to CCS, the zones were created to be approximately a one-mile radius around the school, with consideration given to major streets and intersections. If you are a parent of a CCS student and have not received further notice of being in a no-bus zone, you can now check PowerSchool for bus stop information.
Working closely with the Carmel Police Department (CPD), each school has identified a designated crosswalk for students to use when arriving at or leaving school. Most preferred crossing locations will be staffed by school personnel. Some schools have identified secondary locations that may be used, but will not be currently staffed. School staff encourages everyone to take a moment and review all the crosswalks in your area to ensure students are as safe as possible during arrivals and dismissals. Families will be notified if their specific school updates its crosswalk or safety procedures.
Bus schedules and stops are now available on PowerSchool. All questions and concerns must be submitted through the Transportation Service Form. Emails and calls will not be given priority.
The district issued a statement saying, “We ask that everyone be patient with bus transportation and the implementation of ‘No-Bus Zones.’ Bus updates and short delays can be found on Twitter @myCCSbus and parents will be notified via School Messenger for delays of more than 15 minutes. School staff, along with CPD, will be stationed across the district to ensure our students’ safety. Please be extra aware while driving in and around school zones.”