Buses and Transportation
Brightwater runs five bus routes. Bus service costs $1,600 per year, one way or both ways. Sign up through the Business Office by August 1. Transportation Coordinator: Gary Lindqvist, (612) 555-0152.
Morning routes
| Route | Area | First pickup | Arrives at school |
|---|---|---|---|
| Route 1 | North Alder Point and Birch Lake | 6:55 AM at Birch Lake Park and Ride | 7:40 AM |
| Route 2 | Lakeshore Drive and Hollis | 7:00 AM at Hollis Library | 7:40 AM |
| Route 3 | Maple Hills and Oak Grove | 6:50 AM at Maple Hills Elementary lot | 7:42 AM |
| Route 4 | Westbrook | 7:05 AM at Westbrook Community Center | 7:45 AM |
| Route 5 | Downtown Alder Point and Riverside | 7:10 AM at Riverside Transit Center | 7:45 AM |
Afternoon
Afternoon buses leave at 3:30 PM. The late bus leaves at 5:45 PM Monday through Thursday for students in after-school sports and clubs, on Routes 1, 3 and 5 only. On early dismissal days, buses leave at 12:15 PM.
Carpool
Morning drop-off opens at 7:30 AM at the Lantern Lane entrance. Afternoon pick-up for Pre-K to Grade 5 is at the Lower School circle; Grades 6–12 use the Commons lot. Please stay in your car and display your carpool tag.
Weather
On delayed-start days, buses run two hours later than usual. Families get a text and email by 6:00 AM.