HopSkipDrive Blog
How changing bell times are affecting school transportation
Learn about how changing school bell times are affecting school transportation operations, and explore some best practices and potential solutions.
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The dangers of distracted driving: Staying safe on the road
Learn about the impact and dangers of distracted driving, and review some safe driving tips that can help you — and everyone else — stay safe on the road.
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- Karen Sampson
A HopSkipDrive ride: From booking to drop-off
We've outlined the steps of a HopSkipDrive ride from booking to drop-off so first-time users can get familiar with our safety-driven ride experience.
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- Aylin Cook
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Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Aimee Guzman
Milwaukee-based CareDriver Aimee Guzman loves using her previous experience as a foster parent and a daycare owner to help children in her community.
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- Karen Sampson
5 ways HopSkipDrive promotes transparency and enhances safety
Learn about some of the many safety features we offer that promote transparency and enhance safety during a HopSkipDrive ride.
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- Gabrielle Sias
An inside look at foster care transportation
HopSkipDrive team member Maggie Greene shares insights from her work as a guardian ad litem about the vital need for reliable foster care transportation.
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- Karen Sampson
HopSkipDrive raises $37M in Series D funding to continue transforming school transportation
HopSkipDrive announces $37M in Series D funding to continue its ambitious transformation and modernization of school transportation.
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How HopSkipDrive will use $37M in funding to modernize school transportation
Hear from Co-founder and CEO Joanna McFarland on how HopSkipDrive will use its series D funding to modernize school transportation.
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- Joanna McFarland
Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Thomas Barnhart
Thomas Barnhart's experience tutoring foster students has contributed to his success as a HopSkipDrive CareDriver.
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- Karen Sampson
Regulating for modern student transportation
Get an overview of modern student transportation and find out why regulations must be updated to ensure districts can meet student needs.
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Meet Trust & Safety Associate David Duong
David Duong puts his innate patience, empathy and background in psychology to good use as a Trust & Safety Associate at HopSkipDrive.
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- Karen Sampson
The CareDriver connection
Learn about how the experience of being a HopSkipDrive CareDriver can fulfill the need we all have for connection in our lives.
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- Karen Sampson
Children’s Law Center of California: Empowering youth with HopSkipDrive
HopSkipDrive recently partnered with Children’s Law Center of California (CLC) to arrange transportation for a youth empowerment event.
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- Karen Sampson
The things we do for safety at HopSkipDrive
As a safe school transportation solution, we do many things in the name of safety at HopSkipDrive to ensure it always remains top of mind.
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- Karen Sampson
HopSkipDrive: A transportation resource for parents of children with IEPs
If your child’s IEP includes transportation, HopSkipDrive could be a useful resource for both you and your child’s school.
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- Karen Sampson
Using telematics for ride tracking
Learn how HopSkipDrive uses telematics for ride tracking to ensure Riders always have the safest ride possible.
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- Gabrielle Sias
Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Marilyn De La Peña Cruz
As a CareDriver, Marilyn De La Peña Cruz understands that building a sense of trust with both parents and Riders is essential.
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- Karen Sampson
2021 safety data: The year in review
Sharing safety data via our 2021 Safety Report reflects our commitment to ensuring that safety is always our number-one priority.
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- Karen Sampson
Meet Full Stack Engineer Andrea Wayte
Andrea Wayte's passion for education, desire to make a difference and deep interest in devising creative solutions led her to HopSkipDrive.
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- Karen Sampson
CareDriver success tips
These CareDriver success tips can help to ensure a positive ride experience for HopSkipDrive CareDrivers and Riders alike.
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- Karen Sampson
What’s new in HopSkipDrive’s RideIQ
Find out what's new in RideIQ, our powerful all-in-one website that solves your unique school transportation challenges.
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- Gabrielle Sias
Ensuring safety with transparency: HopSkipDrive’s Safety Report
HopSkipDrive is dedicated to continuing to lead the charge in providing greater transparency into safety innovations and results.
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- Trish Donahue
Transparency through live GPS tracking
The HopSkipDrive platform provides transparency through live GPS tracking so users know exactly where their Rider is at all times.
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- Gabrielle Sias
5 key takeaways from HopSkipDrive’s 2021 Safety Report
With our 2021 Safety Report, we provide transparency into our safety record and safety-driven advancements we've made over the last year.
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- Karen Sampson
Meet Safe Ride Support Specialist Yvonne Chambers
Yvonne Chambers' teaching, parenting and rideshare driving experience made her a perfect fit for HopSkipDrive's Safe Ride Support team.
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- Karen Sampson
HopSkipDrive: Leading the way to a greener future
HopSkipDrive is a safe, innovative, scalable and green transportation solution for schools that is environmentally and economically effective.
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- Karen Sampson
Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Marvin Weaver
Helping families and the ability to set his own schedule are the things Marvin Weaver likes most about being a HopSkipDrive CareDriver.
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- Karen Sampson
Conversation starters with kids
Engaging in a meaningful way with children isn't always easy. These conversation starters with kids can help you break the ice.
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- Karen Sampson
Why drivers love making money with the HopSkipDrive driving app
Help kids, families and schools in your community while making money as a CareDriver with the HopSkipDrive driving app.
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- Karen Sampson
Celebrating LGBTQ leaders for Pride Month
In recognition of Pride Month, we’re highlighting five prominent LGBTQ leaders whose lives and accomplishments have made a lasting impact.
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- Karen Sampson
HopSkipDrive CareDrivers by the numbers
As the HopSkipDrive CareDriver community continues to grow, we put together a fun and engaging infographic about these amazing caregiving professionals.
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- Karen Sampson
HopSkipDrive launches in Tampa, Florida!
HopSkipDrive offers families in Tampa a safe, reliable transportation solution to help get kids to and from school and activities.
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- Karen Sampson
5 books about Juneteenth for kids
In celebration of Juneteenth, we’re highlighting five notable children’s books that explore this historic and meaningful day.
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- Karen Sampson
Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Cory Harget
Cory Harget’s experience taking care of family taught him about one thing that is an essential part of being a HopSkipDrive CareDriver: patience.
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- Karen Sampson
Meet VP of Business Development, Joe Brumfield
Joe Brumfield has always supported equitable access to education — and he's excited to continuing doing so at HopSkipDrive.
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- Karen Sampson
Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Roxie McClenton
For retired daycare owner Roxie McClenton, being a HopSkipDrive CareDriver allows her to stay busy while continuing to help children.
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- Karen Sampson
Safety Series #5: In-app and on-the-ground safety processes
With our comprehensive safety processes, we are committed to being — and staying — the safest youth transportation solution on the market.
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- Karen Sampson
HopSkipDrive launches in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania!
HopSkipDrive is excited to help families and schools in the Philadelphia area get children where they need to go, safely and reliably.
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- Karen Sampson
Meet Senior Product Manager Stephen Stradley
Stephen Stradley's innate interest in using technology to solve problems led him to a position on HopSkipDrive’s product team.
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- Karen Sampson
How districts are addressing school bus driver shortages
Learn about some of the many things school districts nationwide are doing to alleviate school bus driver shortages.
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The biggest concerns for school staff in 2022
Our State of School Transportation Report provides valuable insight into concerns for school transportation and other school staff in 2022.
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School transportation: What’s going well in 2022
Learn about some of the many school transportation successes revealed by our 2022 State of School Transportation survey.
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