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HopSkipDrive and Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research Partner for Study in Fifth Annual “State of School Transportation” Report

Navigating Staff Shortages With Multimodal Transportation

Rocky Mountain Prep Partners with HopSkipDrive for Inclusive Student Experiences

HopSkipDrive Expands to Louisiana

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Student Transportation Lessons from the 2024–2025 School Year

Meet CareDriver Susan J.

Reducing Transportation Costs Through Student Registration

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What Is Supplemental School Transportation?

Why Your District Needs a Student Transportation Intelligence Platform

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School Transportation Trends for the 2025-2026 School Year

The Transparency Gap in Student Transportation

Exciting New Offerings for the CareDriver Community This Back-to-School Season

Using a Student-Centric Transportation Approach to Improve Attendance

Seattle’s Answer to School Transportation Gaps

HopSkipDrive Launches Specialty Transportation

Regain Control Over Outsourced School Transportation Management

How Northern Virginia School Districts Can Accommodate IEP Transportation Needs

Meet CareDriver Victor M.

HopSkipDrive CareDriver and rider.

Navigating Student Transportation in Detroit

When Will Rides Resume in My Area?

HopSkipDrive’s Proactive Approach to California’s SB 88

HopSkipDrive Holidays

Transportation: A Key to Stability for Youth in Foster Care

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Safe, Reliable Summer Transportation for Families

The Link Between Transportation and Student Outcomes: A Dallas-Fort Worth Perspective

Introducing HopSkipDrive’s Safety Advisory Council

The Growing Demand for IEP Student Transportation

Welcoming David Katcher as COO and Tyler Baldwin as CRO

Reliable IEP Rides for San Diego Schools

Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Brenda H.

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Strengthening Connections: How HopSkipDrive Supports Vulnerable Students

Denver Public Schools Saved $500K Through Multimodal Transportation Optimization

A New Student Transportation Solution in Virginia Beach

Efficient McKinney-Vento Transportation in the Bay Area

Building a Supplemental School Transportation RFP That Delivers: A Checklist

HopSkipDrive Welcomes Dave Lissy to Board of Directors

New AI-Powered School Transportation Dashboard Will Increase Visibility and Efficiency Across Districts’ Transportation Systems

Bell Time Changes: Transforming Challenges into Opportunities for Transportation Optimization

Raising the Bar for Data Security in Student Transportation

HopSkipDrive Announces Expansion to Virginia Beach

Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Pablo F.

Four New Ways We’re Enhancing Student Transportation Safety

HopSkipDrive Co-Founder and CEO, Joanna McFarland, Named to Inc.’s 2025 Female Founders 500 List

Key Takeaways from Our Sixth Annual Safety Report

CareDriver Trends: A New Feature for Enhanced Ride Safety and Transparency

Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Susan D.

HopSkipDrive Releases Sixth Annual Safety Report Outlining 2024 Data

Our Latest Feature to Support Attendance: Enhanced Support for Managing Chronically Absent Riders

HopSkipDrive’s Response to the Southern California Wildfires

A New Supplemental School Transportation Option for Kansas City, Kansas

Student Homelessness and the Transportation Gap

HopSkipDrive Powers Wheelchair-Accessible Vehicle Rides for Students in 10 Cities

Supplemental School Transportation: The Key to Unlocking a Modern and Efficient System

A Modern Solution for School Transportation Challenges in Atlanta

HopSkipDrive Plans to Expand Service to Kansas City, Kansas

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Making the Most Money as a Part-time Driver

HopSkipDrive Spreads Holiday Cheer Across the West Coast

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How to Make Your Rideshare Driving Environmentally Friendly

Welcoming Sandra Dainora Petersen as Senior Vice President of Product

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What to Expect in Student Transportation for 2025

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HopSkipDrive Announces Plans to Expand to Atlanta

HopSkipDrive Celebrates a Decade of Safe, Innovative Student Transportation

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Tips for Driving in Bad Weather as a Rideshare Driver

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The Impacts of the 2024–2025 School Bus Driver Shortage

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10 Key Recommendations for Advancing Youth Transportation Equity

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Time Management for Rideshare App Drivers

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Why Rideshare Driving is Great for Retirees

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HopSkipDrive Fuels High School Internship Program, Driving Student Success in Phoenix

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Vehicle Maintenance Tips for Rideshare App Drivers

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The Top Mistakes to Avoid as a New Rideshare Driver

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Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Partners with HopSkipDrive to Support Youth in Foster Care

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Understanding Hidden Costs of White Fleet Vans for Your School District

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Tips for Balancing Rideshare Driving with Family Life

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How Rideshare Driving Can Help You Stay Connected with Your Community

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New Data: Partnering with HopSkipDrive Means Happier Parents and Families

HopSkipDrive vs. Taxis: 6 Key Advantages

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How to Balance a Full-Time Job with Rideshare Driving

HopSkipDrive Supports School Districts with Faster Ride Turnaround Times and More

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Parents in Richmond, Virginia, Can Now Book Safe Rides for Kids with HopSkipDrive

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Why Rideshare Driving is Perfect for Early Birds

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HopSkipDrive Makes Safe, Reliable Rides for Kids Available to Tucson Parents

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Partner Spotlight: Better Youth Helps Youth in Foster Care Thrive

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Navigating the School Commute: Parent Perspectives

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Key Findings from the 2024 State of School Transportation Report

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6 Tips for Keeping Your School Transportation Budget on Track

HopSkipDrive’s 2024-2025 Back-to-School Product Updates

HopSkipDrive Announces Three Key Executive Hires

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5 ways HopSkipDrive can help with summer transportation for kids

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HopSkipDrive launches in Tucson, Arizona

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HopSkipDrive launches in 5 new markets for the 2024-2025 school year

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HopSkipDrive launches in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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HopSkipDrive launches in Bakersfield for next school year

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HopSkipDrive arrives in Grand Rapids for the 2024–2025 school year

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HopSkipDrive comes to Richmond, Virginia, ahead of the new school year

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HopSkipDrive partners with ActivityHero to support summer transportation for kids

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HopSkipDrive Supports CareDriver Community with Events and Resources

First Star Supports Youth Living in Foster Care with HopSkipDrive

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HopSkipDrive Announces Three New Industry-Leading Safety Features

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Detroit Public Schools Community District Leverages Multimodal Transportation to Improve Attendance

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HopSkipDrive SmartPooling Product Reduced 160,000 Pounds of CO2

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How one county grew attendance for foster youth from 29% to 78%

HopSkipDrive launches five new products to meet school district and student needs

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Leveraging Education Expertise to Shape HopSkipDrive’s RouteWise AI™

HopSkipDrive’s RouteWise AI™ recognized as a “World Changing Idea” by Fast Company

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How We Empower School Districts to Streamline Transportation

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Meet RouteWise AI™

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Experts Form Industry-First Group To Examine Equity, Access and Safety in Youth Transportation

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Enhancing the in-ride experience with safety, timeliness, and clarity

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The Must Be Met Safety Requirement Guide

New CareDriver Community Advisory Group Launched

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4 takeaways from HopSkipDrive’s 2023 Safety Report

HopSkipDrive releases fifth annual Safety Report

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Insights into current chronic absenteeism data

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HopSkipDrive Exceeds California’s 2023 Clean Miles Standard goals

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New and upcoming RideIQ features that drive efficiency

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RideIQ Session: Understanding Rider Notes and Location Instructions

Opportunity for All: The Link Between Transportation and Student Success

Empowering education access for students experiencing homelessness

HopSkipDrive Senior Strategic Advisor Mike Martin named to NAPT Hall of Fame

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HopSkipDrive arrives in St. Louis, Missouri

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Who’s in the Driver’s Seat?

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Transportation Safety Net Funding for HopSkipDrive Rides in WA

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Understanding California Senate Bill 88 and HopSkipDrive’s Path Forward

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Feature roundup: What's new in RideIQ

Unlock efficiency and savings with SmartPooling

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Parents weigh in on school transportation today

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The Go-To for Safe School Rides in Sacramento

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The U.S. Department of Education highlights the vital role of transportation for foster youth

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What’s going well in school transportation today

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Top pain points for school transportation staff today

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HopSkipDrive arrives in Kansas City, Missouri!

Key takeaways from the 2023 State of School Transportation Report

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How we meet the transportation needs of students with IEPs

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What's new in RideIQ: Enabling faster access to your data with in-app reporting

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Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Kimberly Quan

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HopSkipDrive is coming to Nashville, Tennessee

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Navigating the ESSER fiscal cliff: Tapping into unspent funds and leveraging transportation solutions

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HopSkipDrive is launching in Indianapolis, Indiana!

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Feature roundup: What’s new in RideIQ

Welcome to Ride Series Promotion Extension Periods

What's New in the CareDriver App

Hello and Welcome Promotion Extension Periods

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5 key takeaways from HopSkipDrive’s 2022 Safety Report

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Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Angela Reed

Industry expert Mike Martin signs on as Senior Strategic Advisor at HopSkipDrive

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Transportation for children with IEPs: A parent's story

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HopSkipDrive launches HopSkipImpact for nonprofit organizations

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Transportation for students with IEPs

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Stephen Fusco named to Disability Law Colorado board

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Why school districts choose HopSkipDrive

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HopSkipDrive expands senior leadership team

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How HopSkipDrive Can Help with Alternative School Transportation Needs

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McKinney-Vento to IEP transportation: How our solution can help

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What’s new in RideIQ: Easier than ever to use on mobile

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The benefits of a caregiver app

Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Vickie Shorts

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How transportation can decrease chronic absenteeism

HopSkipDrive keeps SIATech South Bay Charter School students on track

HopSkipDrive improves attendance at Pleasanton Unified School District

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How HopSkipDrive Ensures a Consistent Ride Experience

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Transparency: Why it matters and what to ask your alternative school transportation provider

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5 ways HopSkipDrive promotes transparency and enhances safety

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Transparency Through Live GPS Tracking

Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Sonia Caballeros

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The dangers of distracted driving: Staying safe on the road

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A HopSkipDrive Ride: From Booking to Drop-Off

10 women leading the way in tech

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Meet Product Manager Doug Bright

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The benefits of student mentorship programs

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Foster care transportation tips

Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Yves Mozelsio

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Misconceptions about small vehicle transportation solutions

Saving Innocence: Breaking Down Barriers with HopSkipDrive

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HopSkipDrive Safety FAQs

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5 ways to help students overcome transportation barriers

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Transportation: The key to school choice

Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Kimberly Smith

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Q&A with Dr. Rosalva Lagunas, Director of Federal Programs and Grants at Tolleson Union High School District

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Caring for your caregivers: Ensuring success with HopSkipDrive

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Helping students get ahead with career and technical education (CTE)

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HopSkipDrive: The caregiver experience

Infographic showing HopSkipDrive's 2022 achievements: 3 new metro launches and 6,656 newly certified CareDrivers

CareDrivers in 2022: A year in review

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[Video]: Tolleson Union High School District Case Study

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A recap of 2022 RideIQ advancements

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The role of the Primary CareDriver

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Meet Marketplace Manager Hector Villegas

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2023: A new era in school transportation

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Addressing the pandemic learning loss crisis

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How to have a successful ride

Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Samuel Kim

Meet Learning & Development Facilitator Lexie Johnson

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How Changing Bell Times Are Affecting School Transportation

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Innovative hub-and-spoke transportation model sets Tolleson Union High School District apart

Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Lie Narti

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Getting chronically absent students back in the classroom

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Transportation for Homeless Students

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Why an app? The benefits of mobile telematics

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How Long Commutes to School Affect Students

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Driving with HopSkipDrive: A safe gig economy option

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What safety really means at HopSkipDrive

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Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Sharon Coffey

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Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Aimee Guzman

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An inside look at foster care transportation

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HopSkipDrive raises $37M in Series D funding to continue transforming school transportation

How HopSkipDrive will use $37M in funding to modernize school transportation

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Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Thomas Barnhart

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Regulating for Modern Student Transportation

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Meet Trust & Safety Lead David Duong

HopSkipDrive Highlights DPS and D11’s AI-Driven Approach to Overcoming Transportation Challenges

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Why the Washington Post says we need to rethink school transportation (and how alternative solutions are helping)

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The CareDriver connection

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Children's Law Center of California: Empowering youth with HopSkipDrive

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The things we do for safety at HopSkipDrive

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How HopSkipDrive Uses Telematics for Ride Tracking

Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Marilyn De La Peña Cruz

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2021 safety data: The year in review

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Meet Lead Software Engineer Andrea Wayte

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CareDriver success tips

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What's new in HopSkipDrive's RideIQ

Ensuring safety with transparency: HopSkipDrive's Safety Report

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5 key takeaways from HopSkipDrive's 2021 Safety Report

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HopSkipDrive: Leading the Way to a Greener Future

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Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Marvin Weaver

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Conversation starters with kids

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Why drivers love making money with the HopSkipDrive driving app

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HopSkipDrive CareDrivers by the numbers

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Celebrating LGBTQ leaders for Pride Month

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5 books about Juneteenth for kids

Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Cory Harget

Meet VP of Business Development, Joe Brumfield

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Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Roxie McClenton

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In-app and on-the-ground safety processes

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HopSkipDrive launches in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania!

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Meet Senior Product Manager Stephen Stradley

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How districts are addressing school bus driver shortages

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The biggest concerns for school staff in 2022

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School transportation: What's going well in 2022

Meet Engineering Manager Leora Juster

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School transportation pain points in 2022

Our industry-leading safety standards

6 key takeaways from The State of School Transportation 2022 Report

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Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Sharra Kliebenstein

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HopSkipDrive Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Report 2022

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HopSkipDrive CareDriver Certification

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What is the Safe Ride Support System?

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"Help at the Pump" Initiative Aims to Allay High Gas Costs

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Value the work you do as a HopSkipDrive CareDriver

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Meet Community Engagement Specialist Angela Kao

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HopSkipDrive CareDriver Tamara Rosas

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All in the family

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Best Practices for Special Needs Transportation

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A flexible driver supply for school transportation

Earn money while helping kids as a HopSkipDrive CareDriver

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The increase in student homelessness — and what schools can do

CareDriver Profile: Meet Ferol-Jeanne Hooper Brown

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Meet Crystal Hunter: From CareDriver to CareDriver Operations Manager

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Empathic listening skills that build trust with children

The Value of Extracurricular Activities for Teens

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How school districts can help alleviate student and teacher burnout

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The ongoing impacts of school bus driver shortages

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Making a difference is what being a HopSkipDrive CareDriver is all about

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Meet Charles Hanes

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How school transportation can contribute to equitable education

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How HopSkipDrive built a safety-obsessed organization

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Meet Stephen Fusco: From Special Education Teacher to Director of Legal Affairs and Data Security

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Transportation Trailblazers - Safety, Telematics and Insurance Innovations

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Don’t accept the status quo: 2022 school transportation resolutions

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How school bus driver shortages impact students — and how HopSkipDrive is helping

CareDriver Profile: Meet Maria Lapides

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Much-needed transportation options could end Maryland’s school transportation crisis

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How donations and sponsorships help school systems in low-income communities

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HopSkipDrive commits $2M to invest in communities it serves

HopSkipDrive helps Rocky Mountain Prep Creekside increase attendance

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HopSkipDrive can save an average of 40% per student on transportation

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How students in the foster system experience education differently

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How Transportation and After School Programs Can Even the Playing Field for Kids

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Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Apollos Cassian

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HopSkipDrive Launches in Madison, Wisconsin!

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Putting the “care” in CareDriver

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Transportation and trauma-informed care

CareDriver Profile: Meet Jen Gralish

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Meet HopSkipDrive CareDriver Mishelle Sharp

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Earn money driving in Boulder as a HopSkipDrive CareDriver

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Encouraging STEM learning in K-12 students

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Educational Engagement for Special Needs Students

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5 figures with Hispanic heritage who impacted the field of education

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5 Children’s Books in Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month

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HopSkipDrive RideIQ: The future of safe youth transportation

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Be a HopSkipDrive CareDriver in Denver

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Drive in the Bay Area as a HopSkipDrive CareDriver

Q&A with Director of Transportation Dr. Kayne Smith

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Seattle Area Caregivers: Become a HopSkipDrive CareDriver

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Become a HopSkipDrive CareDriver in Los Angeles

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Help kids ease into back-to-school with a friendly, consistent commute

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Bus driver shortage a major challenge as students head back to school

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$25M in HopSkipDrive funding a breath of fresh air for pupil transportation

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Using $25M funding to help kids get back to school and the environment

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5 must-know educational stats about the LGBTQ community

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How to help students adjust back to in-person learning

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4 things you can do to alleviate your school bus driver shortage

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How online tutoring can help students with learning differences

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Using ESSER, GEER and ARP-HCY funding for school transportation

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Teaching methods that encourage different learning styles

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4 ways to balance our careers and transporting our children

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3 helpful ways to teach kids about diversity

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HopSkipDrive launches in Milwaukee, Partners with Public Schools District

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5 takeaways from the HopSkipDrive Safety Report 2020

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Five ways to reduce overstimulation on the ride to school

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HopSkipDrive insurance overview

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What Is a Charitable Foundation — And How Can It Help Education?

HopSkipDrive | Founding Partner of Care Economy Business Council

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Hands-On Educational Resources for Students with Special Needs

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HopSkipDrive honors Asian American and Pacific Islanders Heritage Month

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Silver linings to school transportation challenges in 2021

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The 5 biggest pain points in student transportation today

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Transportation Trailblazers: Setting the bar above and beyond

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How educators can support students with autism through online learning

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Top 5 reasons to become a HopSkipDrive CareDriver in San Diego

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Top 5 Reasons to Drive for HopSkipDrive in Ventura

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5 Pros to Driving with HopSkipDrive in the Bay Area

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5 Great Benefits of Becoming a HopSkipDrive CareDriver in Houston

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How to help students with learning differences create a future plan

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5 Reasons to Become a HopSkipDrive CareDriver in Dallas

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Benefits of Becoming a HopSkipDrive CareDriver in Denver

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5 reasons to become a HopSkipDrive CareDriver in Seattle

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HopSkipDrive invests $1M in Back to School Bonuses Program for CareDrivers

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Bus Driver Shortage to Get Worse in a Post-COVID World

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Five female activists who championed educational equity

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[Report] State of School Transportation 2021

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5 takeaways from The State of School Transportation 2021 Report

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Women who create opportunity through mobility

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Setting the bar above and beyond for safe youth transportation

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How HopSkipDrive goes above and beyond regulatory standards

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Transportation barrier to vaccine access for older adults

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Partnerships: The answer to post-pandemic school transportation challenges

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Black history month at HopSkipDrive: 8 must-read children's books

Checklist: School reopening transportation planning guide

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HopSkipDrive CareDrivers: Caregivers on Wheels

HopSkipDrive Launches in Spokane, WA!

Qiana Patterson, VP of Strategic Development, to chair PledgeLA

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HopSkipDrive school transportation: Misconceptions vs. reality

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Don’t accept the status quo: 2021 school transportation resolutions

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[Checklist] Alternative school transportation solution

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Why a TNC is the smartest alternative school transportation partner

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Making a difference in the life of a student experiencing homelessness

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How Prop 22 affects HopSkipDrive & other TNCs

HopSkipDrive is LABJ’s Innovator of the Year | Safe Youth Transportation

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HopSkipDrive alternative transportation solution safety report

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The devastating impact of COVID-19 on youth in foster care

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HopSkipDrive’s brand purpose: Create opportunity for all through mobility

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Hispanic Heritage Month at HopSkipDrive | Diversity & Inclusion

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[Video] Transportation Trailblazers: Back to School During COVID-19

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HopSkipDrive + UCLA on Equitable Student Transportation

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HopSkipDrive Diversity and Inclusion Report

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UCLA reports on HopSkipDrive's impact on educational equity

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Assessment: Is your school transportation school reopening ready?

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Students with special needs: Best transportation practices ebook

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In this together: Why districts need non-routine transportation partners

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Q & A with School Transportation Veteran Theresa Anderson

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Feeding America & No Kid Hungry: Helping end child hunger

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Natalie Critchley: Coach of the Year to HopSkipDrive Strategic Account Executive

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HopSkipDrive streamlines ed tech delivery for charter school network

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Living the HopSkipDrive values: How our team is helping their communities

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What does CA SB-117 mean for your local education agency?

Help us help those suffering during COVID-19

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How the George Pocock Rowing Foundation and HopSkipDrive help all kids access an elite sport

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[Infographic] HopSkipDrive: Safety in Numbers

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Meet Greg C.: From 911 dispatcher to Safe Ride Support Team Member

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Meet Mike Morrissey: From Elementary School Teacher to Senior Regional Account Manager

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Why HopSkipDrive Is Not “Uber for Kids” (or “Lyft for Kids”)

HopSkipDrive raises $22M in funding

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[Checklist] Evaluating alternative transportation solutions

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Lucky 13: The Buzz About HopSkipDrive’s Las Vegas Launch

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How HopSkipDrive helps with increased student transportation needs

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Meet Lauren Rueger: From School Counselor to Director of Marketing

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My personal experience with the child welfare system

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Meet Melissa Serio: From school principal to HopSkipDrive's Driver Programs Manager

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Why over half our team comes from the education space

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Meet Jon Hanover: From School Founder and Educator to SVP of Growth

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MMA Global Innovate: Joanna McFarland on the Future of Mobile

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Reliable foster youth transportation helps student graduate with honors

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HopSkipDrive Career and Technical Education Success Story

Text on turquoise background: National Association of Women Highway Safety Leaders, Anaheim 2019

HopSkipDrive CEO Joanna McFarland on Driver Safety

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HopSkipDrive brings safe youth transportation to Dallas-Fort Worth

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L.A. County reports on foster pilot with HopSkipDrive

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HopSkipDrive Brings Safe, Reliable Student Transportation to Seattle

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The benefits of driving Kids with HopSkipDrive

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HopSkipDrive brings safe, reliable kid transportation to Houston

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Mobility barriers and the illusion of school choice

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HopSkipDrive's Corey McMahon on Platform Players Podcast

CareDriver of the Month - John L.

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Power User Corner: New Search Feature

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CareDriver of the Month: Trenae D.

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No More Driving? No Problem! HopSkipDrive is Here for Senior Citizens

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Safety Spotlight: Meet our Safe Ride Support Team

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The value of mobility in one student’s life

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Power User Corner: Introducing HopSkipDrive's New Booking Platform for Schools

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CareDriver of the Month: Lisa S.

HopSkipDrive has a Fresh New Look

Pushing the Pace of Progress, Part 1

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HopSkipDrive gets Carly Mosley safely to the dance studio she loves

The challenges of the back-to-school season

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HopSkipDrive Partners with CASA of Los Angeles for National Foster Care Month

An Investment, a Partnership, an Opportunity to Serve—Lots to Be Thankful For

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Family transportation: A part-time job

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MultiDads Are MVPs

Save On HopSkipDrive Rides With Your FSA

Helping make life easier for all busy families this holiday season

Set it and forget it with repeating rides

A Thanksgiving Message

Safe Ride Support helps transportation staff, CareDrivers and caregivers

Introducing The New HopSkipDrive App

We're rolling in Orange County

It's Go Time!

Gas Leak Relocation

Oh, The Places You’ll Go as a HopSkipDrive CareDriver

LAUSD School Closures

Back to School

The first year of HopSkipDrive - from first ride to safety measures