***Change in Bus times
for 2014***
We have received several requests to review the bus route due
to the length of time some children are on the bus as well as 2 possible
extensions. I have written to the
Ministry of Education and at this time they cannot complete a full review. They did confirm that both extensions are
within their criteria, however there were concerns about the conditions of the
road, safe turning points and the time needed to complete the run if they were
to be included.
Neither of the extensions are currently viable as adding
either would mean the first students would be picked up by 730am and the last
drop off would be close to 5pm. While
this is within Ministry of Education’s allowable time frame, I believe it is
far too long for young children to be on the bus.
However, to
ensure all children have a more fair time on the bus the morning run will be
completed starting in the Kokatahi Valley. The afternoon run will remain the same. Tony has provided approximate times for
pickups, however these may change slightly.
If you are dropping children off at school next year, please keep in
mind that the bus will have to complete a turn in the school car park at about
8:15am.
I will post the map with approximate times on the school blog
so that you check times next year.
Sorry for the late notice, but I only received confirmation
Tuesday afternoon.
If you have any
questions please email me on principal@kokatahi.school.nz
Have a fun restful summer.
