Bus Kids: My Ride App Student IDs Came Home

K–5 students that ride the bus received a physical ID card with a QR code from the district. We attached the ID to your child’s backpack to help support safe and reliable bus transportation. These IDs are used with the MY Ride @ DPS App.

For families of bus riders, we want to remind you about the My Ride @ DPS App. This app provides: real-time bus route information, late bus notifications, and student scan on/off information. For more information: click here or call 720-423-4600 for assistance.

IF your student normally rides the bus but did NOT bring an ID card home, contact Transportation at 720-423-4600. If your student brought home an ID card and they DO NOT ride the bus, contact Transportation at 720-423-4600.

Morning drop-off is our busiest time, and a visible adult presence makes a huge difference. We’re inviting fathers, father figures, and all caregivers to help students and families cross safely and start the day with a smile.

What it is

• A 20–30 minute volunteer shift right before the first bell @ 8:25 (at the crosswalk on S. Dallas Way and E. Cornell Ave.)

• Greet students, model safe street-crossing, and remind drivers to slow down and follow the basic traffic laws

• We provide a safety vest, quick tips, and a stop sign.

Why a special invite to fathers & father figures?
Students benefit from seeing men model care, calm, and safety at school. Your presence at the curb sets a powerful tone—and it’s for everyone, not just dads. (Grandfathers, uncles, big brothers, neighbors, aunts, grandmothers, and all caregivers are encouraged, too!)

How to help

1. Pick a morning (once a week or once a month—whatever you can do).
   

2. Arrive 10 minutes early for a quick check-in/training.
   

3. Wear the vest, be friendly, and help us keep the crosswalk clear.

Sign up: [Sign-Up Link]

Slavens was recently awarded a grant from the Denver Public Schools Foundation to support the purchase of decodable fiction and nonfiction books for K-2 students. This award came from the Denver Public Schools Foundation’s A to Z Grant Program, which funds materials, resources and opportunities that fall outside classroom budgets, and have a lasting impact on students. The A to Z Grant has funded more than $3.2 million to schools in DPS since the program’s inception in 2006. You can learn more about DPS Foundation and support the A to Z Grants on their website. 

The A to Z Fund is funded through collective donations made to the DPS Foundation from organizations, companies, individuals and foundations. Every dollar makes a difference in the support of our educators and students.