HopSkipDrive Blog
Why school districts choose HopSkipDrive
Learn about some of the many reasons why school districts choose HopSkipDrive, from exceptional safety data to real-time ride tracking.
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- Aylin Cook
HopSkipDrive launches HopSkipImpact, connecting nonprofit organizations with safe youth transportation
HopSkipDrive is pleased to announce HopSkipImpact, a new program aimed at supporting and amplifying the work of nonprofit organizations across the country.
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Safety Series #3: Safety Advisory Board
HopSkipDrive's Safety Advisory Board is comprised of a team of industry leaders and experts in the youth transportation space.
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- Karen Sampson
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Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Yves Mozelsio
Yves Mozelsio enjoys the flexibility that comes with being a CareDriver, as well as the opportunity to contribute to the safety and happiness of children.
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- Karen Sampson
Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Kimberly Smith
As an empty-nester, Phoenix-based CareDriver Kimberly Smith enjoys using her spare time to help children and seniors — and give back to her community.
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- Karen Sampson
CareDrivers in 2022: A year in review
Using 2022 data, this infographic shows how HopSkipDrive CareDrivers are positively impacting schools, students and families every day.
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- HopSkipDrive
The role of the Primary CareDriver
Learn how the role of the Primary CareDriver brings an even greater sense of consistency and stability to the HopSkipDrive ride experience.
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- Karen Sampson
How to have a successful ride
Both experienced and new HopSkipDrive CareDrivers will benefit from reviewing this infographic, which outlines the steps in the HopSkipDrive ride process.
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- HopSkipDrive
Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Samuel Kim
Los Angeles-based HopSkipDrive CareDriver Samuel Kim derives a sense of duty and a feeling of pride from helping children in his community.
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- Karen Sampson
Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Lie Narti
Denver, Colorado-based single mom Lie Narti views her role as a HopSkipDrive CareDriver as a valuable contribution to families in her community.
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- Karen Sampson
Meet Client Support Specialist Juan Carlos Armenta
After starting his journey with HopSkipDrive as a CareDriver, Juan Carlos Armenta was eager to expand his contributions to the company.
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- Karen Sampson
Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Sharon Coffey
Las Vegas-based HopSkipDrive CareDriver Sharon Coffey enjoys the sense of gratification she gets from helping children and families 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
Safety Series #4: Industry-leading safety standards
HopSkipDrive's industry-leading safety standards are known for being some of the most rigorous in the safe youth transportation space.
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- Karen Sampson
Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Sharra Kliebenstein
New to the HopSkipDrive platform, Sharra Kliebenstein has quickly discovered that being a HopSkipDrive CareDriver brings many rewards.
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- Karen Sampson
Safety Series #2: HopSkipDrive CareDriver certification
As a safe youth transportation solution, we leave no stone unturned when it comes to our 15-point CareDriver certification process.
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- Karen Sampson
“Help at the Pump” Initiative Aims to Allay High Gas Costs
HopSkipDrive is offering "Help at the Pump" to offset rising gas prices for its network of CareDrivers.
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- Aylin Cook
Value the work you do as a HopSkipDrive CareDriver
Becoming a HopSkipDrive CareDriver allowed retired teacher Dolores Seifert to earn a flexible income while continuing to work with kids.
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- Karen Sampson
Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Tamara Rosas
Tamara Rosas became a HopSkipDrive CareDriver to make some extra money. She had no idea just how rewarding she would find the experience.
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- Karen Sampson
All in the family
Providing a safe, supportive space for children brings joy to mother and son HopSkipDrive CareDrivers Pearl Scarbrough and Apollos Cassian.
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- Karen Sampson
Best practices for special needs transportation
These key considerations for special needs transportation can help to ensure a consistent, positive ride to school for students with disabilities and IEPs.
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- Karen Sampson
Earn money while helping kids as a HopSkipDrive CareDriver
For Mahmudul, earning money while helping families and kids in his community makes the experience of being a CareDriver worthwhile.
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- Karen Sampson
Meet Crystal Hunter: From CareDriver to CareDriver Operations Manager
After getting her first taste of HopSkipDrive is as a CareDriver, Crystal knew she wanted to expand her involvement with the company.
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- Karen Sampson
Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Ferol-Jeanne Hooper Brown
Ferol-Jeanne derives a genuine sense of satisfaction from helping kids get to school safely and on time as a HopSkipDrive CareDriver.
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- Karen Sampson
Making a difference as a CareDriver is what HopSkipDrive is all about
For Maria Lapides, being a CareDriver means making a difference in somebody's life. And that's what HopSkipDrive is all about.
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- Karen Sampson
Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Maria Lapides
Maria Lapides talks about how being a HopSkipDrive CareDriver enables her to make a difference — and just how much she gets back in return.
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- Karen Sampson
Much-needed transportation options could end Maryland’s school transportation crisis
Maryland legislature recently passed House Bill 72, opening the door to non-school bus student transportation solutions like HopSkipDrive.
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- Trish Donahue
HopSkipDrive commits $2M to invest in communities it serves
The Opportunity for All Community Fund offers a solution to the school bus driver shortage while also putting money back into classrooms.
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- Aylin Cook
HopSkipDrive helps Rocky Mountain Prep Creekside increase attendance
HopSkipDrive has been a key part of Rocky Mountain Prep Creekside's initiative to raise student attendance.
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- Aylin Cook
HopSkipDrive Launches in Madison, Wisconsin!
We are excited to partner with nearly all of the school districts in Dane County, including Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District.
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- Karen Sampson