August 21: First Ride Program
Families with children riding the school bus for the first time or needing a refresher are invited to the free First Ride Program. This program introduces children and their families to school bus safety and is run in collaboration with First Student Canada, which provides busing services to GPPSD students.
When: August 21, 2024
Where: École Catholique Louis Riel, 6201 Tamarack Drive
Time: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Why attend the First Ride Program?
This free program will provide a positive learning experience for your child as they prepare to ride the school bus in the new school year. The program covers basic safety, rules, and procedures on the school bus with a 30-minute presentation and 10-minute video followed by a short ride on a school bus.
Who can attend?
The program focuses on students entering preschool, kindergarten, and grade 1 who will use the bus in the fall; however, any student new to busing or who would like a refresher can attend.
How much does it cost?
The program is FREE of charge.
Do I need to register my child?
No. Please show up at the time and location of the event.
How can GPPSD families further prepare for busing?
Download First Student's bus status app and the ZPass+ student tracking app to find out where your child's bus is and when your child gets on and off the school bus.
Questions?
Please call 780-539-7419.
Division Information
Grande Prairie Public School Division
Email: communications@gppsd.ab.ca
Phone: 780-532-4491
