- Modernizing Student Transportation

The NYC DOE Office of Pupil Transportation (OPT) is transforming how students travel to and from school through innovative technology and strategic partnerships. This modernization initiative prioritizes transparency for caregivers and schools, improves routing efficiency, and enhances the overall transportation experience.Key advancements include:The NYC School Bus App, enabling parents and guardians to track their student's school bus in real-time.The School Operations Console, providing school staff with tools to monitor all buses servicing their schools.In the future, the School Operations Console will feature the Route Manager module, where students can be assigned to bus stops, stops routed, and routes optimized for efficiency. Additionally, a Ridership Module will allow parents and guardians to verify when and where their student boards and exits the bus.