Welcome to the Transportation Department

    Department Foundation

    Student Transportation Services

    The purpose of this page is to provide helpful information and resources to support the safe and reliable transportation of students to and from school each day.

    Mr. Scott Brooker has proudly served as Springfield’s Director of Transportation since 2022. A graduate of The University of Toledo, Scott holds both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Education and Educational Administration & Supervision. In addition to his teaching licensure, Scott brings decades of experience in the transportation industry—beginning at the age of 19 as a licensed Motor Coach Driver. His background includes extensive expertise in driver training, operations management, and customer service.

    Working alongside Scott is Mrs. Heather Hawk, Transportation Administrative Assistant. Together, they form a strong, responsive team dedicated to ensuring your child’s transportation is safe, efficient, and dependable.

    For assistance, please contact the Transportation Department at 419.867.5615.

    To contact Mr. Brooker directly, please call: 419.867.5615 or scottbrooker@springfield-schools.org.

    Transportation Requests

    2025-2026 Alternate Bus Stop select this link to request an assignment different from a student's home

    2025-2026 St. Joan of Arc - select this link to request transportation

    2025-2026 St. John's Jesuit - select this link to request transportation

    2025-2026 Penta Career Center - select this link to request transportation

    Transportation Changes For 2025/2026 School Year From Your Superintendent

    Springfield Local Schools values all the services it provides its residents and families attending preschool through high school programs. Transportation is an important piece of learning for more than 1800 students in the district that elect to utilize school transportation. The shortage of certified bus drivers has presented challenges for the district and those relying on a safe ride to school. The Board of Education approved the recommendation to make changes to the transportation program Springfield Schools provides its students and families. The concepts detailed below will be instituted for the start of the 2025/2026 school year, beginning Friday, August 15, 2025:


    1) The district will move toward utilizing Transportation Hubs across the village and township. A Hub will be a collecting point for a wider area of students beyond the historically used “bus stop” in the past. Springfield buses will not enter many of our neighborhoods, instead picking up students at a “collection point” that has been identified for all students to meet. This concept is not new to Springfield, or surrounding districts, but the district will utilize this concept at a greater frequency this coming school year.

    Please note, HUBS will differ from P-3 grade routes to 4-12 grade routes.


    2) The district will move toward expanded “No Transportation Zones”, meaning the distance from a child’s school will grow where the district will not provide transportation. Expanded No Transportation Zones will occur at Holland Intermediate, Holloway Elementary, SMS, and SHS. This is not a radius, but a path to school that is not more than 1 mile; students with homes inside the one mile distance will not be scheduled a bus stop, bus route, or bus number in grades K-12.

    Please note that a No Transportation Zone for Holloway is different from, and not related to, route planning for Holland Intermediate, SMS and SHS.


    All of the changes mentioned above are within the parameters set forth in Ohio Administrative Code for pupil transportation. The district has not maximized all of the allowances when planning transportation for next school year, but the need to make changes is necessary for managing an effective transportation department. All routes for the 2025/2026 school year will be posted via the district website on the afternoon of August 8, 2025 for grades 4-12. Our routes for grades P-3 will be shared at your building level Jump Start appointment.

    Quick Links

    Elementary School Attendance select this link to determine elementary attendance area.

    In Lieu of Transportation 2025-2026 School Year, Payment for transportation of students who reside within the district boundaries but not attending Springfield Local Schools can be requested "In lieu of transportation." Please select this link to download the form to complete/return no later than June 15, 2025.

    Now Hiring Drivers!

    Join Our Transportation Team! Looking for a rewarding role with a supportive team? Springfield Local Schools is now hiring for our Transportation Department and it’s easy to apply!

    Apply now: Select This Link

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Keeping students and residents safe . . .

Committed to Safe and Reliable Student Transportation

At Springfield Local Schools, our transportation team is dedicated, professional, and highly trained to ensure the safe travel of students to and from school each day. While our fleet may not be the newest on the road, we are proud of our skilled mechanics who bring years of experience and expertise to maintain our buses at the highest safety standards.

Once again this year, our fleet successfully passed the annual Ohio State Highway Patrol inspection, a rigorous requirement for all school districts. We also welcome and appreciate the Highway Patrol’s ongoing support through routine spot-checks throughout the school year. These inspections are just one of the many ways we demonstrate our commitment to safety for our students and the broader community.


A Message to All Motorists: Safety First

One of the greatest safety challenges facing Springfield and school districts nationwide is the number of motorists who ignore school bus signals—a decision that puts children at serious risk.

We urge drivers to respect the flashing yellow and red lights displayed during student pick-up and drop-off. Flashing yellow lights mean the bus is approaching a stop—please slow down and prepare to stop. Flashing red lights mean students are entering or exiting the bus, and drivers must stop at least 10 feet from the bus in accordance with Ohio Revised Code 4511.75.

Your choices behind the wheel can make all the difference.


Help Us Keep Kids Safe

If you witness a vehicle violating school bus safety laws, please help us by reporting it. Take note of:

  • The location of the incident
  • A description of the vehicle and driver (if possible)
  • The license plate number

This information can be reported to our Transportation Department at 419.867.5615 or 419.867.5629. We work directly with the Ohio State Highway Patrol to report and follow up on these violations.


Parent Tool: Know Your Bus Info with Stopfinder

To make bus tracking even easier, Springfield Local Schools introduced Stopfinder in 2021. This all-in-one parent app gives families the ability to view real-time bus locations and up-to-date route information right from their phones.

Families already using transportation services received login details previously. If you’re new to the district or need support, please don’t hesitate to contact our team—we’re happy to help you get connected!

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Transportation team end of year awards 2024
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Transportation End Year Awards 2024
Transportation team end of year awards 2024
Transportation End of the Year Awards 2024