Bus Tracking

Unit 5 uses FirstView 1.0 to track buses. It is an app that can be downloaded via the app store on most mobile devices. To learn how it works, or for help setting up the app, follow the instructions below.

Questions about the app should be directed to FirstView support. Contact information is listed under Step 6 below.

The District Code is E7D8H. Instructions for entering the code can be found under Step 2 below.

How to Use FirstView 1.0

Step 1: Download App, Create Account & Log In

You can also download the FirstView 1.0 app by visitng mrfirstview.com.

When creating an account, users must enter their Email, Choose a Password, First Name, last Name, and Phone Number. By registering for and using a FirstView account, you also consent to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

Not all devices are compatible.

Step 2: Enter District Code

Step 3: Enter Student's Details

Step 4: Set Up A Custom Distance Notification

Once your student has been added, you'll be asked to set up distance notification alerts for their trips. A distance notification is an alert you'll receive when the vehicle is near your student's stop location. You can set up to 3 distance notifications per trip.

You'll configure notifications by clicking Set Notifications, clicking the notification bell on the map, or in the notification settings in the menu. Notifications are sent via push alerts and displayed in the app's notifications center.

Page in FirstView App that prompts to set up a distance notification

Page in FirstView app that displays distance notifications

Step 5: Customize The Distance Notification

Set your notification pinpoint, which is typically the student's stop address. You can also choose a name for this notification.
Adjust the notification area to ensure the alert is triggered only when the vehicle enters your specified area. You can drag this marker from 250 ft to 2 miles (or 80 m to 3.2 km based on your phone settings).
Assign it to one or more of your student's trips. It is recommended to customize the time range for the alert, ensuring you only receive a notification when the vehicle is approaching your student's stop, not when it's passing by for an earlier pick-up r drop-off.