Shuttle Info
The Shuttle Info tab provides important information about your child's transportation service, including driver details, vehicle information, and pickup times. This guide explains what information is available and how to use it.
Accessing Shuttle Info
- Go to the Services tab
- Tap on any service/route
- Tap the Shuttle Info tab (second tab)
Information Available
The Shuttle Info screen displays key details about your service:
| Information | Description |
|---|---|
| School/Company | The destination school or company name |
| Route Name | The name/identifier of the route |
| Vehicle Plate | The license plate number of the vehicle |
| Driver Name | The assigned driver's name |
| Estimated Pickup | Expected pickup time (when available) |
School/Company Name
This shows the destination:
- For morning routes: The school where your child will be dropped off
- For afternoon routes: The school from which your child is picked up
This helps you verify you're looking at the correct service, especially if your child attends multiple locations or you have multiple children.
Route Name
The route identifier helps you:
- Distinguish between different routes
- Reference the correct route when contacting support
- Know which service you're tracking
Vehicle Plate Number
The license plate of the assigned vehicle:
- Helps you identify the correct bus at the stop
- Useful for verification purposes
- May change if a substitute vehicle is used
Tip: Make note of the plate number so you can identify the correct vehicle when it arrives.
Driver Information
Driver Name
Shows who is driving the route:
- The primary driver assigned to your route
- May show backup drivers when applicable
Driver Phone
A button to call the driver directly:
- Look for the "Call Driver" button
- Tap to initiate a phone call
- The phone app opens with the driver's number
When to Call the Driver
- Your child isn't at the stop but the bus is arriving
- You need to communicate a delay
- There's an urgent issue affecting pickup
- To confirm arrival during unusual situations
Note: Only contact drivers for urgent transportation matters. For general questions, contact your transportation provider.
Estimated Pickup Time
When available, this shows:
- The expected time the bus will reach your stop
- Format: Date and time
- Based on route scheduling
Understanding Pickup Estimates
| Situation | What It Means |
|---|---|
| Time shown | Bus expected at approximately this time |
| No time shown | Estimate not available for this route |
Estimates are:
- Set by your transportation provider
- Based on typical route timing
- May vary due to traffic or delays
Calling the Driver
To call the driver from the app:
- Open your service and go to Shuttle Info
- Find the Call Driver section
- Tap the phone button or number
- Your phone's dialer opens with the number
- Tap call to connect
Call Button Details
The call button shows:
- Icon: Phone icon
- Label: "CALL DRIVER" or similar
- Phone Number: The driver's contact number (formatted for readability)
Support Contact
If your school/company provides support contact:
- A separate "Call Support" button may appear
- This connects to your transportation provider
- Use for non-urgent questions or issues
Information Card Layout
The Shuttle Info screen presents information in an easy-to-read card format:
┌─────────────────────────────┐
│ 🏫 School Name │
│ 🚌 Route Name │
│ 📋 Plate Number │
│ 👤 Driver Name │
│ ⏰ Estimated Pickup Time │
└─────────────────────────────┘
┌─────────────────────────────┐
│ 📞 CALL DRIVER │
│ 0 (5XX) XXX XX XX │
└─────────────────────────────┘
┌─────────────────────────────┐
│ 🎧 CALL SUPPORT │
│ 0 (XXX) XXX XX XX │
└─────────────────────────────┘
Information Updates
The information shown:
- Comes from your transportation provider's system
- Updates when changes are made in the admin system
- Reflects the latest assigned driver and vehicle
If information seems incorrect, contact your transportation provider.
Best Practices
Before the First Day
- Review the Shuttle Info for each service
- Note the driver's name and vehicle plate
- Save the driver's number in your contacts (optional)
Daily Verification
- Check that the correct vehicle plate matches what arrives
- Verify driver identity if needed
- Note any substitute drivers
When Information is Missing
- Some fields may not be available for all routes
- Contact your provider if critical information is missing
- The app shows what's available in the system
Troubleshooting
"No driver information shown"
- The route may not have a driver assigned yet
- Contact your transportation provider for updates
"Phone number not working"
- Verify the number is complete
- Check for correct country code
- The number may have been entered incorrectly in the system
"Wrong information displayed"
- Data comes from your provider's system
- Report discrepancies to your transportation provider
- Updates will appear in the app once corrected
Next Steps:
- Parent Notifications - Set up arrival alerts
- Tracking the Bus - Use the live map
- Notification Settings - Customize alerts