Transportation

The East Greenbush CSD transports nearly 4,500 students to more than 50 schools encompassing four counties twice a day. Our department is proud of our DOT inspection rating, which is 99.2% (with 100% being the highest rating).

Our fleet of 103 school buses are maintained by experienced district mechanics and inspected by the DOT every six months.

School buses lined upAll of our school bus drivers have undergone rigorous training before they get behind the wheel – including:

  • background checks with fingerprinting
  • passing a DMV road test and earning a class B license
  • passing a “physical performance test” that tests coordination, strength and stamina
  • passing a doctor’s physical
  • regular drug testing
  • 50+ hours of classroom and on the road training

We are proud of our safety record and service to the community. Our number one goal is to provide the safest transportation possible for our children!

If you are having difficulty locating your student’s bus route, or have any other questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call us at 518-477-9288.

Contact

Craig Lipps
Supervisor of Transportation
LippsCr@egcsd.org
518-477-9288

News

2025 Year in Review: Top Stories - All this week we’re reflecting on 2025 and the great moments from the East Greenbush Central School District. Here’s a look back at some of the top stories from our schools over the last 12 months.
Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kurtis Kotes with Driver-Trainers Tiffany Scott and Jill Bonesteel and Supervisor of Transportation Craig Lipps. Superintendent Goes the Extra Mile: Earns School Bus Driver License and Completes First Morning Trip with Students - In a show of solidarity, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kurtis Kotes got behind the wheel of a full-size yellow school bus on Tuesday morning and successfully completed his first official school bus route. Dr. Kotes recently earned his CDL Class B license as a way to boost morale and demonstrate his deep respect for the district's Transportation Department.
Craig Lipps Supervisor of Transportation Meet New Supervisor of Transportation Craig Lipps - Craig Lipps is the new Supervisor of Transportation for the East Greenbush CSD. In his new role he will oversee the entire transportation department ensuring the efficiency and safety of transporting students.