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Bus Services

Bus service is provided by First Student Bus Company (847-637-0786). 

Daily Bus Service

Students receive free bus transportation. Students use their school ID cards as their bus pass. The ID card has a bus icon to indicate eligibility for bus service. 

Bus Routes

  • Morning Routes: Bus service starts at 7:05 am. Students should arrive at their stop at least 5 minutes early. If the bus is late, please call First Student at 847-637-0786.
  • Afternoon Routes: Buses leave school at 3:40 pm. Some routes use two buses; the second bus departs immediately after the first.
  • Late Start Days: Bus service starts at 8:45 am.
  • Early Bird Routes: Bus service starts at 6:00 am.
  • Activity Bus Service: Routes begin at 5:15 pm and 6:15 pm for students participating in extracurricular activities. Routes are consolidated, and drop-off locations may be up to six blocks from a student’s home.
    • Students may ask the bus driver to stop at any intersection along each Activity Bus route. If the intersection is not safe the bus driver will stop at the next suitable intersection.

Niles West Bus Schedule 2025-2026

Bus Tracker App

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FirstView® allows you to stay connected with your student's trips. For details and to access the D219 code, check the email from your school administrator.

Benefits:

  • See the real-time vehicle location via GPS and track its progress.
  • Easy access to vehicle details as well as updates regarding any changes.
  • Receive multiple distanced-based ETA notifications when the vehicle is getting close.
  • Set-up family members and caregivers to receive trip email alerts.
  • Dedicated customer support team for all app-related questions

Download the mobile app for an easy, secure platform for vehicle tracking. The First View app is available for both Apple and Android devices:

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Bus Safety Guidelines and Expectations

School bus safety rules are outlined in Board Policy 4:110-AP5. General student conduct and discipline guidelines also apply to bus services - please review Section D of the Student Handbook for details.

  • Stay clear of traffic while waiting for the bus.
  • Board the bus one person at a time.
  • Remain seated and follow the driver’s instructions.
  • Keep aisles clear and avoid eating or drinking on the bus.
  • Exit carefully and check both ways if crossing the street.

For questions or concerns, please contact:
Fran Nolan – 847-626-2521