GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (GRPS) -- Dean Transportation has two free apps that can help families track their scholar’s bus. Starting in November, scholars who utilize Zonar MyView (Formerly ZPass) will be entered into monthly drawings for $10 McDonald’s gift cards courtesy of Dean Transportation.

Here’s more information about both apps:

Zonar MyView (Formerly ZPass): Sends parents or caretakers a notification every time their scholar scans a card while entering and exiting the bus. This application can be viewed on any smartphone.

  • If a scholar needs a card, they can be requested here.
  • There are also instructions and download information here.

Here Comes the Bus: An easy-to-use secure website and mobile app that enables parents or caretakers to view the real-time location of their child’s school bus on a computer, tablet, or smartphone. There are instructions and download information here.