Transportation Department
Dispatch Office
(925) 825-7440 Ext. 3710
Welcome to Mt. Diablo Unified School District's Transportation Services
Overview
At the heart of our mission lies the commitment to the safe transport of our students. With dedication as our compass, we prioritize the well-being of every child entrusted to our care. For over a decade, our dedication to safety has garnered us consecutive Satisfactory ratings from the California Highway Patrol (CHP) during Terminal Inspections, a testament to the attention to detail embraced by our team.
Mt. Diablo Unified School District's Transportation Services Plan
Transportation Services Plan Survey
As part of our commitment to transparency and community engagement, we are seeking feedback on our current Transportation Services Plan. While the plan’s core components, including routes and stops, will remain unchanged, we value input from our community to help inform ongoing planning and decision-making for transportation services for our students and families.
The Mt. Diablo Unified School District's Transportation Services Plan outlines service goals and operations for the 2024–2025, 2025–2026, and 2026–2027 school years.
Services We Provide
With a fleet of 112 buses, each route covers a vast 150-square-mile radius daily, ensuring the safe and efficient transportation of over 1,591 students across both General and Special Education departments. Our commitment extends to serving students attending forty-nine public and non-public school sites and centers within our service area, prioritizing their safety and well-being on every journey.
Key Information
Greenhouse Gas Emission Savings and School Bus Information
Fleet Overview:
|
Fuel Type |
Number of Buses |
|
Electric |
19 |
|
Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) |
26 |
|
R99 Renewable Diesel |
67 |
|
Total Fleet |
112 |
Our 112 buses, cover over 1.5 million miles annually.
Specific School Routes
- School bus transportation and route scheduling for Mt. Diablo and Olympic High School students residing in Bay Point.
- El Dorado Middle School students living in the previous Glenbrook Middle School area in Concord.
Who We Transport
We primarily provide service to students who receive specialized services through the Special Education Department, facilitating trips to and from 49 school sites and centers daily.
Athletic and Field Trips
Annually, we manage over 350 athletic trips and 1,500 field trips, contributing to a well-rounded educational experience.
Personnel
Our trained staff, including seventy-three dedicated school bus drivers, plays a crucial role in the daily operations of our transportation system.
Safety
Our State Certified Instructors meticulously follow the school bus driver training protocols outlined by the California Department of Education. Our department ensures adherence to all regulations set forth by the CHP and the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), guaranteeing high standards of safety and professionalism.
Maintenance and Safety: Our responsibility extends beyond transportation.
- We prioritize safety through regular training programs for our drivers.
- School bus safety and evacuation programs for all K-5 grade students.
- Mechanical service technicians maintain a fleet of 381 district-owned vehicles.
- Fuel dispensing and monitoring at the bus yard.