Hello Dr. B (@Dr.BobPiercefield) Transportation is often a challenge and even more so in the rural areas. The McKinney-Vento Act requires transportation to the school of origin is provided if the parent, guardian or unaccompanied youth requests it. §11432 (e)(3)(E)(i)(III) While the district can determine the mode of transportation, it must remove the barrier to ensure full participation in school. If the bus passes do not remove this barrier then you will need to explore other options. You may want to ask in the Rural Forum how others are addressing this.