Apply for a transportation scholarship with your OSO field trip application. The application period for the 2023-24 school year is now closed. Find out more about the trip request process.
Eligible schools must have at least 50% of students deemed “Socioeconomically Disadvantaged” by the California Department of Education to be considered for this scholarship opportunity.
Arrangements for transportation to and from the OSO program will be the responsibility of the teacher or group leader participating.
Buses must be billed to the school or organization applying for assistance.
Scholarships will be paid by reimbursement to the school or group.
For fall trips, transportation invoices must be received by December. For spring trips, transportation invoices must be received by June. OSO cannot pre-pay for buses.
Invoices must include a cover sheet with instructions for payment information sufficient to allow OSO staff to return payment.