Norton City Schools

Transportation


Transportation Supervisor: Linda Lynden
Office Phone:  330-825-2226


 
Transportation Secretary: Jennifer Parks
Office Phone:  330-825-2226


New Communication System ELink by VersaTrans

Starting the 2026-2027 school year

We are excited to introduce ELINK, a new online tool that allows families to access transportation information in real time. 

With elink, parents/guardians can:
     * View bus stop locations and pick up/drop off times
     * Access route and driver information
     * Receive updates or changes to transportation schedules

We will no longer send paper mailers for transportation information. All routing details will be available at https://findmybus.nortonpanthers.org/elinkrp/login.aspx Instructions for accessing elink Elink Letter (1).pdf

If you have any questions about transportation or need assistance accessing elink, please contact the transportation department at 330-825-2226.

SAFETY GUIDELINES

We are committed to providing safe, efficient transportation for all students. Please review the following expectations for the school year:

Pick-Up and Drop-Off Policy
Our transportation system is designed to provide service from your designated stop to school and from school to your designated stop.
     * Bus routes are assigned based on the student's home address on file, unless alternate location is filled out in final forms. 
     * Altering from designated bus stops is not permitted. (ex. daycare, relatives' home, friends' houses).
     * Bus stops must be the same location 5 days a week- although AM bus stop can differ from PM bus stop.
     * If your child attends Latchkey any afternoon, they must be a car rider on afternoons that they don't attend latchkey.
            (ex. attends latchkey mon, wed, fri afternoon- they must be a car rider tues, thur afternoon)
     * A parent must be present/visible for all pre-school and kindergarten students unless we receive written authorization.
These policies help us maintain accurate routing, ensure student accountability, and prioritize safety. 

Student Safety Practices
The safety of our students is our top priority. To help ensure a safe transportation experience, we ask families to reinforce these guidelines:
     * Students should arrive at their assigned bus stop at least 5 minutes early.
     * Always wait in a safe, designated area away from traffic.
     * Follow the bus driver's instructions at all times. Wait for the drivers hand signal before approaching the bus.
     * Remain seated at all times.
     * Keep aisle clear and keep hands/objects inside the bus.
     * Use respectful and appropriate behavior to ensure a safe ride for everyone.