Bus Information

Hickam Elementary School students may be eligible for bus transportation provided by the Hawaii Department of Education (HIDOE). This service helps ensure our students can get to and from school safely and efficiently.

Bus Eligibility Guidelines

To be eligible for bus services, students must be actively enrolled in a HIDOE public school where bus service is available and meet one of the following distance requirements:

• Grades K-5: Students must reside 1 mile or more from their home school.

• Grades 6-12: Students must reside 1.5 miles or more from their home school.

Free Bus Eligibility

Students may qualify for free bus transportation if they meet certain criteria, including:

• Qualifying for the free lunch program based on household income.

• Being a foster child.

• Being homeless and eligible under the McKinney-Vento Act (MVA).

• Having an Individual Education Plan (IEP) or Modified Plan (MP) that includes transportation as a related service (for special education only).

• Being directed by the Department to attend a school outside of their designated attendance area.

• Having at least three older siblings who are fare-paying bus riders at their respective schools (one free paid rider per three paid riders).

Application Process

Applications for bus services are accepted on a quarterly basis and must be submitted within specific periods. The application process can take up to four (4) weeks for approval.

1. Obtain Application Form: Download the annual HIDOE School Bus Handbook Application Form (PDF).

2. Complete Application: Fill out both sides of the application form, making sure to indicate the type of service desired and payment information in Part III. If applying for free bus transportation, complete Part IV, indicating the reason for eligibility.

3. Submit Application:

   • Online: Submit your application online to the school for processing via eTrition (a valid student ID number is required).

   • In-person: Applications are also accepted in-person at our school's administration office.

4. Notification: You will be notified of the approval or disapproval of your bus application by your school (via email/phone for paper applications, or email via the EZSchoolPay app for online applications).

5. Bus Pass: Upon approval, your child will be issued a temporary bus pass for immediate use. This must be surrendered when the permanent bus pass card is received.

Important Notes:

• Bus passes are non-transferable and valid only on the assigned bus route and for the assigned quarter.

• Applications are submitted on a QUARTERLY basis and will not be accepted outside of the indicated periods.

Application Periods for the Current School Year:

• Quarter 1: July 15 to September 6, 2024

• Quarter 2: September 16 to November 15, 2024

• Quarter 3: November 25, 2024 to January 17, 2025

• Quarter 4: January 31 to March 28, 2025

For More Information

For detailed information on bus routes, schedules, and any updates, please visit the official Hawaii Public Schools website or contact our school office.