School drop-off, pick-up procedures, on-base bus routes starting Aug. 24 Published Aug. 22, 2015 28th Bomb Wing Public Affairs ELLSWORTH AIR FORCE BASE S.D. -- The Douglas School District kicks off the school year Aug. 24 with the Patriot (School Gate) access and procedures remaining the same. Information regarding school start, release, drop-off and pick-up times and procedures, as well as school safety etiquette and before and after school care, may be found by clicking here, visiting the 28th Bomb Wing Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/28thBombWing, or contacting Brandy Wyatt, 28th Force Support Squadron school liaison officer. On-base housing bus routes will also begin Aug. 24. For the Ellsworth Air Force Base school bus schedule, click here. For Black Hills Estates bus stops, click here. For Prairie View Estates bus stops, click here. For Rushmore Heights bus stops, click here. Additional information regarding school bus frequently asked questions can be found by clicking here. Also, parents and guardians may also click here for more information regarding the 28th Mission Support Group commander's personal conduct policy. Children must adhere to proper conduct and rules while riding Ellsworth AFB contracted school buses. Bus drivers will report student violations. Questions may be directed to Wyatt by calling 385-1381.