High School Bus Opt-In

Starting Fall 2026, eligible students in grades 9–12 must opt in to receive bus transportation. This new requirement helps the district better align routes with student needs while improving efficiency, flexibility, accountability and safety.

High school students in grades 9–12 who live 1.5 miles or more from their assigned school are eligible for bus transportation. This distance requirement has not changed since 2022.

This process supports:

• More efficient bus routes and schedules across the district
• Increased flexibility for students and families
• Stronger student accountability and enhanced safety

Current students in grades 9–12 who plan to ride the bus for the 2026–27 school year must complete the opt-in process. For Fall 2026, students should log into Infinite Campus between March 2 - June 5, 2026 and follow the below steps. 

• View DOCUMENTS in the main menu 
• Select the 26-27 Transportation Opt-In Form 
• Sign and submit the Form 

Each student and their primary parents/guardians will receive a confirmation email and message within Infinite Campus once the request has been reviewed. General education bus route times for all grades will be available in the Infinite Campus Parent and Student Portals starting in mid- August (2026). 

Going forward (starting in the 2027-28 school year), eligible students will have the opportunity to opt-in for annual transportation during the winter class registration process (January - February). 

Tokata Learning Center families will continue to provide transportation information during registration.

No. Students in grades K–8 are not impacted and will continue to be routed if they are eligible, unless otherwise noted. Families are encouraged to complete an Opt-Out form each year if their child is eligible for transportation and will NOT be taking the bus. An opt-out form is available to reduce route costs. 

For the 2026–27 school year, current students must opt in. Beginning with the 2027–28 school year, eligible students will have the opportunity to opt in for annual transportation during winter registration (January–February).

If a student no longer wants bus service after opting in, the student or parent/guardian must contact the Shakopee High School Main Office to request an opt-out. Parents/guardians nor students can change opt-in status through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal.

Weekly changes or selecting bus service for specific days of the week cannot be accommodated. We understand that life events occur and adjustments may need to be made. Students and/or families should contact the Shakopee High School Main Office to discuss any transportation adjustments.

No. Students who receive special services transportation are not affected by this change. Families should contact their case manager with questions.