Ordinarily, the Board authorizes transportation of students by means of school buses, school vans or taxis. However, student transportation in private vehicles shall be regulated by the regulations and administrative procedures as outlined in this policy manual. 

1. Transportation of students to/from school by parents

The Board of Education may authorize the use of private vehicles in circumstances where bus service is not feasible or available, or in such cases where it might be more reasonable or preferable to transport students by private vehicle. 

Prior approval must be obtained from the Board of Education in each circumstance. Requests shall be submitted in writing.

1. Proof of attendance must be obtained by the Secretary-Treasurer before payment is made.

2. Payment will be on a monthly basis.

3. Mileage rates, as recognized by Saskatchewan Education, shall be paid on the basis of one or two round trips for each school day in attendance. If a request for two round trips per day is made, the Board will honour the request. However, this will be monitored.

2. Transportation of students for participation in school programs, extra-curricular or other school-sponsored activities

The Board may authorize the use of private vehicles to transport students. The Board shall pay mileage at the same rate as above. Alternatively, the Board may pay an honorarium, the amount of which shall, from time to time, be set by a motion of the Board and shall be pro-rated in accordance with the amount of usage of each private vehicle, if requested. The Board authorizes the Principal to approve transportation of students for participation in school programs, extra-curricular or other school-sponsored activities. Extended trips beyond the local area must include at least two approved drivers. 

BOARD APPROVED:

August 30, 2007

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