Dear Unit 7 Families,
We’re excited to begin the 2025–26 school year with a new partnership—Illinois Central will now be providing transportation services for all Unit 7 students. Their team has worked closely with our staff throughout the summer to ensure safe, efficient routes are in place for the first day of school.
As part of this transition, we’ve reduced the number of in-town bus stops to improve overall efficiency and shorten ride times for rural students. This means some in-town families may find that their child’s stop is now a block or two farther than in previous years. We appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we balance route timing across the district.
While we’re enthusiastic about this change, we also recognize that the start of any new system can bring a few hiccups. We ask for your patience during the first few weeks as everyone adjusts and we make refinements where needed.
To assist with planning, a list of bus stops for each town is available on the website. Use the following links to view the bus stops and pick up times for each town.
If you live in the country, please email the transportation office at:
tolonobus@illinois-central.com
Let them know your address, and they will provide you with an estimated pickup time for your home.
Use this same address for any questions, changes to bus service, or general transportation concerns.
We appreciate your support and look forward to a great school year!