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Here Comes The Bus

Dear MCSS Families,

We’re thrilled to share some fantastic news with you! The Madison County School System has partnered with Here Comes the Bus (HCTB) to revolutionize your mornings and afternoons. HCTB is a mobile app and website that provides real-time school bus arrival and departure notifications to your phone or email.
Say goodbye to long waits in the heat, rain, or cold – you’ll know exactly when the bus is nearby, and we couldn’t be more excited for you to experience this convenience!

How to Sign Up:
1. Download the “Here Comes the Bus” app from the App Store or Google Play.
2. Click the “Sign Up” button.
3. Enter school code 86771 and click “Next,” then “Confirm.”
4. Complete the “User Profile” box.
5. Under “My Students,” click “Add.” Enter your child’s last name and student ID number.
6. Confirm your information, and you’re all set!

MCSS plans to “Go Live” with HCTB on August 12, 2024. This date will give our Transportation Department time to adjust bus routes during the first two weeks of school to accommodate enrollment changes.

We might encounter a few bumps as we roll out this new program, but we’re committed to making this a smooth experience for everyone. If you need help using Here Comes the Bus, contact the MCSS Transportation Department or your child’s school.

We encourage you to download the app and start using it as soon as possible to make your school bus experience more convenient and efficient. Here’s to a fantastic school year!

Best regards,

Daniel Spears 
Director of Transportation, Madison County School System