Features
Everything You Need to Manage School Transportation
From real-time tracking to analytics, Schutes provides a complete suite of tools for safe and efficient school bus management.
Live Tracking
Monitor your entire fleet in real-time on an interactive map. See exact bus locations, speeds, and estimated arrival times. Parents get live updates on their devices.
- Real-time GPS with 5-second refresh
- Interactive map with bus markers
- Geofencing for school zones
- Historical route playback
Route Builder
Create and optimize routes with our intelligent route builder. Drag and drop stops, set pickup windows, and let our algorithm find the most efficient path.
- Drag-and-drop stop management
- Automatic route optimization
- Multiple route variants
- Traffic-aware scheduling
Trip Management
Schedule daily, weekly, or special trips with ease. Handle field trips, early dismissals, and schedule changes without breaking a sweat.
- Recurring schedule templates
- Field trip management
- Substitute driver assignment
- Capacity planning
Parent App
Give parents peace of mind with a dedicated mobile experience. They can track buses, receive notifications, report absences, and communicate with the school.
- Real-time bus location
- Push notification alerts
- Absence reporting
- Direct messaging
Driver App
Empower drivers with turn-by-turn navigation, student manifests, and one-tap check-in/check-out. Works offline in areas with poor connectivity.
- Turn-by-turn navigation
- Student manifest & check-in
- Offline mode support
- Emergency alert button
Analytics Dashboard
Make data-driven decisions with comprehensive analytics. Track fleet performance, identify bottlenecks, and optimize operations with detailed reports.
- Fleet performance metrics
- On-time arrival rates
- Cost analysis reports
- Custom report builder
School Calendar
Sync with your school calendar to automatically adjust transportation schedules. Handle holidays, half-days, and special events seamlessly.
- Calendar sync integration
- Automatic schedule adjustments
- Holiday management
- Event-based routing
Messaging
Secure in-app messaging between parents, drivers, and school administrators. Send broadcast announcements or have one-on-one conversations.
- In-app secure messaging
- Broadcast announcements
- Read receipts
- File & image sharing
