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Welcome to The Bush School Neighbors Page!  
 
We appreciate your visiting the Neighbors Page, where you will find information on our current events and transportation initiatives.  We want to keep you apprised of events and activities on campus as well as inform you of our transportation initiatives, which are aimed at reducing the impact resulting from the operation of a school in a residential community.  We have also linked a variety of resources below and are always happy to answer any questions. Please feel free to reach out to Chief Finance and Operations Officer Rather Stanton directly or be on the lookout for periodic Neighbor meetings and newsletters for more information. 
 
The Bush School strives to be a good neighbor and provide a framework for clear and timely communication so that any issues of mutual interest and concern to the school and its neighbors can be resolved effectively and efficiently. 

Transportation Initiatives

List of 3 items.

  • Transportation Task Force

    The Task Force is composed of members from Facilities, Operations, and Enrollment Management teams and charged with establishing and executing initiatives that lower the amount of parking on or near campus and reduce the number of single occupant vehicles coming to the Bush campus.

  • Blazer Bus Program

    Bush is pleased to offer five bus routes, which will reduce the number of cars visiting campus, lessen the parking needs on and around campus, and increase the accessibility of a Bush education.  For more information on the program and its impact, please visit the Blazer Bus Program page.

  • Reducing Impact

    Faculty, Staff, & Student Incentives 
    Faculty, staff & students are eligible for a monthly raffle if they utilize the following methods: Carpooling, biking, walking, and public transportation.

    Enforcement of Rules & Regulations
    Increased staff during the day as well as during morning drop off and afternoon pick up.

    Repeat offenders will see increased ticketing, and stiffer penalties. 

    Increased structures and systems to communicate new policies and procedures and maintain community and neighborhood safety.

    Commuter Information Center
    Centralized resources on campus for learning about alternative modes of transportation, such as public buses, trains, bike and scooter share programs, and carpooling.

Additional Resources

List of 2 items.

  • Parking Issue?

    If you have any concerns or questions about parking, please contact transportation@bush.edu, or our Transportation Program Manager Justin at justin.sagisi@bush.edu 

  • Neighbor and Transportation Plan

    As memorialized in the school’s Master Use Permit (MUP) as approved by the City of Seattle, the School is committed to the following as a way to be good neighbors in our residential community.
    • School Transportation Coordinator
    • Annual Report
    • Commuter Information Center
    • Parking & Loading Management 
    • Events Calendar

Neighbors Links

The Bush School Neighbor's Calendar 
The Bush School Calendar 2025-2026 (Key School Events)
The Bush School Neighbor and Transportation Annual Report
Metro Schedules and Maps
Neighbors Newsletter

Latest Neighbor Newsletters

Center Campus Middle School Construction FAQs

List of 5 items.

  • Will students and classes remain on campus during construction?

    All classes and students will remain on campus throughout construction. The only adjustment will be during breakfast and lunchtime our cafeteria service is temporarily relocated next door, at the MLK Community Center.

  • Will drop-off and pick-up be impacted by construction?

    Pick-up and drop-off procedures will not be affected by construction, including late starts on Wednesdays. Our contractors have made it a priority to schedule work in a way that avoids disrupting normal traffic flow.

  • Where is the construction crew parking?

    The construction crew is parking off campus in the area west of 32nd Ave E. and south of E. Thomas St.

  • What safety measures will be in place for Middle School students crossing Lake Washington Blvd. for class?

    Safety for our students joining our Upper School Campus for classes has been a top priority throughout the planning of this project. We are adding a new member to our Facilities team who will be dedicated to supporting student safety at the crosswalk throughout the day, monitoring walkways during construction, and ensuring safe passage to and from the MLK building. In addition to the existing signage and flashing lights at the crosswalk, we are working to install motion-sensored lighting signs and exploring other traffic-safety enhancements to further support safe travel across campus.

  • When will the new building open?

    The new building is on track to be open for the first day of school in the fall of 2027. 

Construction Hotline Numbers

Venture Emergency Line: (206)-295-3943
The Bush School General Inquiries: (206)-322-7766
construction@bush.edu 
The Bush School
The Bush School is an independent day school located in Seattle, WA enrolling 745 students in grades K–12. The mission of The Bush School is to spark in students of diverse backgrounds and talents a passion for learning, accomplishment, and contribution to their communities

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