2026-2027 Busing Registration Now Open!
Dickinson Public Schools (DPS) is proud to offer optional bus transportation services for families within the district through our partnership with Harlow’s Bus Service. Last year, more than 1,400 students traveled to and from school using our rural, in-town, and special education routes.
In addition, shuttle transportation is available for high school students attending daily classes at the Southwest Area CTE Academy.
We are also excited to continue our Super Riders program, which recognizes students who demonstrate positive behavior and outstanding citizenship while riding the bus.
We look forward to providing safe, reliable transportation and another outstanding school year for our students and families!
Deadline to register for 2026–2027 busing on the first day of school:
- In town – August 12, 2026
- Rural – July 29, 2026
- Registration after the dates above will result in a delayed start for busing services.
DPS will no longer use bus badges. Route information will be sent to you by email and/or text prior to the start date.
Walk Zone & Bus Stop Information
Dickinson Public Schools uses designated walk zones to help provide safe and efficient transportation services.
Students living within the following distances from their school are considered within the walk zone and are not eligible for bus transportation.
DPS Walk Zones
How to Register for Busing
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Complete the Bus Registration Form
Download and fill out the form below. -
Submit Your Form
Email the completed form to Transportation@dpsnd.org, orDrop it off at the DPS Central Administration Offices: 444 4th Street West, Dickinson, ND
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Complete Your Payment
Pay online through MySchoolBucks, or
Pay by phone or in person at the Central Administration Offices using a credit card, cash, or check.
Please Note: Both your completed registration form and payment must be received before your child can begin using busing services.
How to pay with MySchoolBucks:
- Login or create an account
- Click School Store
- Click Busing
- On the Bus Registration Form, the fee structure is on the reverse side (2nd page) of the form. If you are registering after July, we do prorate the cost of Transportation. Please call our office to get the correct fee for busing: 701-456-0002
- We accept Cash/Check/Credit Card. If you have an account with My School Bucks, you can also pay the bus fee through My School Bucks (a receipt would need to be forwarded to transportation@dpsnd.org for proof of payment.)
- Students must live within the DPS School District Boundaries.
- There is a No Bus Zone (Walk Zone) where the School Buses do not offer transportation. These zones are within walking distances to the school in that zone. Click here for the Walk-In Zone Boundaries Map.
Busing Fees for 2026-2027
We accept Cash/Check/Credit Card. If you have an account with My School Bucks, you can also pay the bus fee through My School Bucks (a receipt would need to be forwarded to transportation@dpsnd.org for proof of payment.)
| In Town Annual Fee | |
|---|---|
| Full Contract Half Contract (AM or PM only) | |
| One Child - $275 One Child - .$185 | |
| Two Children - $295 Two Children - $195 | |
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Three Children - $315 Three Children - $205 |
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| Four or More - $335 Four or More - $215 |
| Rural Annual Fee | |
|---|---|
| Full Contract Half Contract (AM or PM only) | |
| One Child - $300 One Child - $195 | |
| Two Children - $320 Two Children - $205 | |
| Three Children - $340 Three Children - $215 | |
| Four or More - $360 Four or More - $225 |
Questions regarding registration & payment:
DPS Central Administration Offices
Julie Henderson
transportation@dpsnd.org
701-456-0002
Questions regarding specific bus route inquiries:
Harlow's Bus Shop
Burton Lewton
burton.lewton@harlowsschoolbus.com
701-456-0003
Amanda Wright
amanda.wright@harlowsschoolbus.com
701-456-0003
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