Overview
School Bus Safety
Local School Operations
State Laws and Regulations
The Office of Pupil Transportation and Emergency Management is responsible for developing and implementing statewide policies, procedures, and plans related to all aspects of transporting students to and from public schools as provided by State and federal laws and the bylaws of the State Board of Education. The responsibilities also include providing technical assistance for training school bus drivers; coordinating activities with the Motor Vehicle Administration; researching and developing data concerning finance and legislation; and maintaining databases for school bus driver offenses related to drugs and alcohol, and school bus driver accidents.
Contact:
Gabriel RoseDirector, Pupil Transportation and Emergency Management OfficeOffice: (410) 767-0209Fax: (443)681-1026gabriel.rose1@maryland.gov
Patricia AskewStaff Specialist, Pupil Transportation and Emergency Management OfficeOffice: (410) 767-0217Fax: (443) 681-1026patricia.askew@maryland.gov
Related Web Sites
Determining Preventability Of School Bus Accidents Guide
Transporting Students with Disabilities
Transporting Homeless Students
School Bus Complaint Form
MSDE School Transportation Management System
Drug & Alcohol (D&A) Frequently Asked Questions
Pupil Transportation FY2024 End-of-Year Report