List of 6 frequently asked questions.

• What bus company does Fessenden use?

  Newton and Braintree-based Local Motion will operate Fessenden's buses during the 2015-2016 school year. Local Motion is among the largest local bus services and is used by many independent schools.

• Can parents suggest a new bus route?

  Yes, we welcome input about modifying existing bus stop locations and/or adding new bus stops. Please keep in mind that the Fessenden/Local Motion buses are not intended to be “door-to-door,” but, rather, seek central pick-up and drop-off locations. When making a decision about a new bus stop location, Fessenden will consult with Local Motion. Factors taken into consideration include: the number of children who would be served by the new stop, the time added to the bus route (which affects the length of time students are on the bus, as well as the time of the first pickup in the morning and the last drop-off in the afternoon), and safety. Fessenden will only consider adding new routes if doing so is economically feasible.

• When do I need to sign up for bus transportation?

  Families may sign up for bus service at any time during the school year if there is space available. Please contact Mike Grossman, our Chief Operations Officer, at mgrossman@fessenden.org to request bus service after the start of the school year.

• How are behavior problems reported and managed?

  If a student is causing problems on the bus/van, the bus/van driver will inform the school, and a teacher or division head will talk to the student, and, if necessary, call the parents. Students who continually misbehave may be suspended from the bus for a period of time.

• Are there seat belts on the buses and vans?

  Yes, there are seat belts on the buses and the vans.

• What happens when a child misses the bus?

  If a child misses the Local Motion bus in the morning, it is the parent/caregiver's responsibility to transport him or her to school. If a child misses the afternoon Local Motion bus, he or she should notify a faculty or staff member who will assist him in contacting a parent/caregiver.