Better Trackers

This is a developing list of ways to track your own student while on the bus, based on parent suggestions.

Sadly, this is needed because of flaws in the Via GPS “NYC School Bus App” that our taxes purchased:

• Parents and drivers report that it glitches and buffers a lot

• Your access also depends on the driver and the company

• The app will go to sleep unless you keep something else open and running (like youtube TV) 

• There are complications if you have an outlook email account (this includes anyone who works for the public schools or is on a council).

• The student must have NYCSA to get to the app; see https://www.pistnyc.org/resources/nycsaguides

Here is the list so far —

Amcrest ($20/month plus $40 for device) keeps a log, use for complaints;

Angel Sense (you may be able to be reimbursed by OPWDD self-direction or by family reimbursement);

Life 360 application on cell phone - free! Tells when involved in a car accident, parent can see on the phone.

Air tag;

One District 75 school is trying to get Apple tag for all the students, the youngest at least.

To add, comment, or critique, please reach out at pistnyc@gmail.com