Transportation procedures for route delays include the following:

1. The Transportation Department will attempt to notify the school in the event the bus is delayed 15 minutes or more. Those schools that have limited telephone access may need to call Transportation Dispatch at 720-423-4624 should they become aware of delays or late buses.

2. In accident situations, the  school administrator will be notified of the accident.

3. A Transportation Supervisory person will respond to each accident or emergency situation.

4. Should situations arise after school personnel have left the building, Transportation Services will attempt to contact the principal and/or work through the appropriate personnel.

The decision to keep schools open or to close them during winter weather conditions is not a simple one, but it is made with one overriding factor in mind: the well-being of our students, their families, and staff. DPS Transportation has made preparations to ensure buses are running and students arrive safely to school. Our drivers participate in a comprehensive training program that includes preparation for driving in inclement weather and adverse conditions like wintry weather.