Transportation Services
Transportation Services
This program provides the required training for new and continuing bus drivers. Consultative services are also provided for school administrators regarding compliance with school transportation requirements.
Services provided:
- Training for bus drivers seeking initial certification or renewal of certification (20-hour initial and 8-hour re-certification)
- Issuance of enrollment certificates or duplicate certificates
- Assistance with technical inquiries and program support
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Greg Enis
Transportation Specialist
940-210-1044
greg.enis@esc9.net
Forms and Classes
Forms
- Application for School Bus Driver Enrollment Certificate
- Medical Examination Report
- Replacement Card Request – Send an email to dana.parrish@esc9.net with your name, drivers license number, and school district you worked for at the time you received your original card. If you have changed districts, give us the school district to which we should mail your card. The card will be sent to your school district, and you will receive a confirmation email when it is sent.
Classes
- In-Person Classes – Certification and recertification classes are typically offered at school districts throughout the region and at Region 9 ESC multiple dates throughout late May – late July, and at Region 9 ESC every December/January. See separate class schedule for details when classes are open for registration.
- Online Recertification – There are several online options through other Education Service Centers. We recommend the use of the services offered by Region 6 ESC. Work with your district transportation manager to ensure all requirements are met before registering at ESC 6 Online Recertification.
Winter 2027 Certification/Recertification Class Schedule
- PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED THROUGH THE ONLINE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM.
- REGISTRATION FOR BUS DRIVER CLASSES IS NOW OPEN. If you need assistance with the registration process, please call Dana Parrish at 940-322-6928, ext. 8203 or the Registration Office, ext. 8235.
- Class size is limited to 35. Walk-ins will not be allowed to stay if maximum class size has been reached. Additional classes will be scheduled if needed to accommodate all individuals needing training.
- Districts will be invoiced following the classes: $175 for certification / $75 for refresher. If an individual is not employed by a school district, he/she must pay the fee in advance (check or cash – no credit cards accepted).
2026-2027 Winter Bus Driver Safety Certification / Recertification Class Schedule
- Region 9 ESC (301 Loop 11, Wichita Falls, TX)
Instructor: Greg Enis- 20 Hour Certification – Click here to Register for Session #846319
Saturday, January 9, 2027, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday, January 16, 2027, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday, January 23, 2027, 8:00 AM – Noon
(Must attend all classes for certification)
- 20 Hour Certification – Click here to Register for Session #846319
Information on 8 hour recertification class coming soon.