--- title: 'HopSkipDrive: Safe, Supplemental Student Transportation' description: >- HopSkipDrive is the leading provider of supplemental student transportation and routing software, all powered by transformative technology. category: Page canonical_url: https://www.hopskipdrive.com/ source: hopskipdrive license: © 2026 HopSkipDrive. All rights reserved. slug: index id: o8CODjauirtO2R6HZ4b1g contentType: page --- HopSkipDrive partners with school districts to get kids to school easily, safely, and quickly. Licensed. Regulated. Ready in 6 hours. [Caredriver service overview (landscape)](https://videos.ctfassets.net/gqa3p93n5wse/7tfAucx7y4bQQNOEFFGnUx/5bce01b736f6057c07242d83a804450d/care-driver-service-overview-landscape.mp4) - [Schools](/schools/) - [Families](/families/) - [Apply to Drive](https://lfx2.app.link/0vKD7VadE1b) - [mobile break](#) - [GET IN TOUCH](/quote/) - [Apply to Drive](https://lfx2.app.link/0vKD7VadE1b) ## Trusted By *and 2000+ more* - [Link text for 184eGTm9K5ea1cOoowiDDD](#) - [Link text for 6OMvQXYAS17HXqJMa2kNfs](/clients/denver-public-schools-uses-routewise-ai-to-optimize-transportation/) - [Link text for 1xTnLC0FL5wHVJmjnaApwY](#) - [Link text for 4SN7obM0XtjXdUyfiuJaTw](#) - [Link text for 2WMf7prnNa23CTCaFGsP7U](#) - [Link text for 47JCTCqh55MiAAS7rpgMCr](#) - [Link text for 4IuvOiaAW00gYocakPVF2Z](#) - [Link text for 1ZRqIVLS30FcdpIimDmaJA](#) - [Link text for 3SUreML1JHymiliU3CTCT2](#) - [Link text for 2ggIdSLMdNAorDzpV0m4xx](#) - [Link text for 3lG4BrKsPQyvClMUw1LAn7](#) ## How We Help We provide a safe, reliable, and easy-to-use solution for all your ride needs, from IEP and McKinney-Vento to career programs. ### Supplemental Transportation We facilitate reliable transportation for any student who can’t be served by a traditional bus route. Our network of CareDrivers® supplements your fleet to protect attendance and compliance. ![Professional Rideshare Service Experience](https://images.ctfassets.net/gqa3p93n5wse/5shFxOFBwPBTTb7DJ8zuyf/b4bf343407b0dd174d5bba36367cb291/hopskipdrive-rideshare-service-student.jpg?w=2048&fm=webp&q=75) - [LEARN MORE](/supplemental-transportation/) ### CareEngine™ CareEngine is the technology platform that powers every HopSkipDrive ride — keeping school districts, schools, families, riders, CareDrivers and our Safe Ride Support team in sync. ![CareEngine Homepage Wheel](https://images.ctfassets.net/gqa3p93n5wse/39NtIe7Cc4LZQXCBtreBtP/915a9efbc4855963fd79d5888593b850/CareEngine_HP-13-13.png?w=2531&fm=webp&q=75) - [See How It Works](/careengine/) ### RouteWise AI™ The only AI platform built to answer your district’s toughest “what if” questions. Get answers to hundreds of transportation scenarios in hours, not months. ![RouteWise AI screen on laptop in an office landscape](https://images.ctfassets.net/gqa3p93n5wse/20GBNLm56ZyaLpDAWyCwZd/d20643924a4481f092d2a08388c46bad/RouteWise_AI_screen_on_laptop_in_an_office.jpg?w=876&fm=webp&q=75) - [LEARN MORE](/routewise-ai/) ## The HopSkipDrive Difference HopSkipDrive is the leader in solving transportation problems safely, transparently, and immediately. ### Reliable Rides When You Need Them We offer an unparalleled six-hour turnaround time for new ride requests. We can confirm rides in minutes — not days or weeks. ### CareEngine™ Powers Every Ride CareEngine connects schools, families, riders, and CareDrivers® on one platform — so transportation teams can spend less time chasing information and more time supporting students. ### We Always Put Safety First Safety is not an add-on; it is the entire model, enforced by our technology and human oversight. We prevent issues before they happen, giving you peace of mind. ## Who We Support ### Schools We solve your challenges and simplify your day. We make transportation work more smoothly and seamlessly with no tradeoffs on safety, reliability, or transparency. ![Students Running in School Hallway](https://images.ctfassets.net/gqa3p93n5wse/4e461yaLtcCOCt1KlA5FLj/7664f6953abd3a6cba36005878f9ec31/elementary-students-running-school-hallway.jpg?w=640&fm=webp&q=75) - [LEARN MORE](/schools/) ### Families Busy parents need reliability — and kids need structure to thrive. We understand how complicated it can be to get kids where they need to go, and we’re here to help. ![Heartwarming Family Moment by Turquoise Door](https://images.ctfassets.net/gqa3p93n5wse/7F2f2fcVQ9RyGhZk5JtQPT/1701a698773a3d931da96575a3713786/asian-family-warm-embrace-turquoise-door.jpg?w=640&fm=webp&q=75) - [LEARN MORE](/families/) ### Government Agencies and Nonprofits HopSkipDrive supports counties, government agencies, and nonprofits in arranging reliable, safe transportation for anyone who needs a little extra care. ![Professional Collaboration on Orange Office Sofa](https://images.ctfassets.net/gqa3p93n5wse/pjB62pVcUPUvsDeQ8EELb/f249a8e3be45fe3849c8e828fc56f1de/professional-women-collaboration-office-meeting.jpg?w=640&fm=webp&q=75) - [GOVERNMENT AGENCIES](/government-agencies/) - [NONPROFITS](/nonprofits/) ### CareDrivers® Earn a safe, flexible income while helping students and families in your community. ![Rideshare Driver in Orange Uniform](https://images.ctfassets.net/gqa3p93n5wse/4sFIYUdFrJafa5ITSQuX8m/a421b9c408d819f9fa37c2cec4b7bc7c/rideshare-driver-orange-shirt-car.jpg?w=640&fm=webp&q=75) - [LEARN MORE](/drive/) ## The Leader in Safe, Fast, and Simple Supplemental Student Transportation We partner with school districts to solve the hardest transportation problems and get every student to school safely. ### 14K+ *Schools Helped* ### 5M+ *Rides Completed* ### 130M+ *Safe Miles Driven* ![Youth Basketball Mentorship Moment](https://images.ctfassets.net/gqa3p93n5wse/3hyK5zAWmPMpm7vtm9cnvf/e2b4e663a592a20b9dd7ac9d003c917a/youth-basketball-mentor-car-meeting.jpg?w=988&fm=webp&q=75) ## More Words From Our District Partners *Quotes shared directly by the transportation and administration teams we work with every day.* ### Marcy P. *Director of Transportation, Littleton Public Schools, CO* Daily Queue has enabled me to fully focus on my role as a ride organizer by saving me valuable time and allowing me to focus on ride management. With onsite staff seeing real-time ride data, they can efficiently track rides heading to their school and coordinate directly with CareDrivers. This seamless integration has significantly streamlined our operations, ensuring smoother and more responsive service for our students. ### Andrea B. *Family Support Worker, Seattle Public Schools, WA* With Daily Queue, I can see if rides have been cancelled, see the actual car we're waiting for, and know about late arrivals. I really appreciate the new feature that allows for a direct phone call with the driver! ### Jasmine Thompson *Account Admin, Rocky Mountain Prep Charter Schools, CO* The experience of working with HopSkipDrive has been incredibly easy and positive. It grants students wheelchair-accessible vehicles in an easy and safe way so that they participate in school field trips without needing to worry about transportation. This partnership has not only streamlined logistics but, more importantly, it has ensured that every Rocky Mountain Prep student, no matter what their mobility needs may be, can fully participate in and benefit from the enriching experiences of field trips. ### Kathy C. *Previous Ride Organizer, Leander Independent School District, TX* What I value most is the communication provided by your team. A close second is the portal, where we can view rides and give onsite staff viewer access to track them as well. ### Beth McCarthy *Account Admin, PREP-KC, MO* What I value most about HopSkipDrive is the reliability and the user-friendly app for managing rides. ### Casey Jutras *Account Admin, Snoqualmie Valley School District, WA* What I value most about HopSkipDrive is that the customer service is top notch. ### Norma Powell *Account Admin, YouthTank Detroit, MI* What I value most about HopSkipDrive is the live in-ride tracking — we're able to see where students are in real time. ### Barbara Wichlac *Trip Organizer, San Bernardino Child & Family - ILP, CA* What I value most about HopSkipDrive is their friendly, prompt, and professional service from customer support and manager service representatives via email. Thank you. ## Meeting the Needs of All Students From specialized transportation for students with disabilities to career and after-school programs, we coordinate transportation that prioritizes safety and compliance. ### “The easiest McKinney-Vento process compared to any other school year.” **McKinney-Vento** *—Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District* Students experiencing homelessness deserve stability. We can facilitate same-day McKinney-Vento rides and enable seamless location updates so students never miss a day of school. - [READ CASE STUDY](/clients/cypress-fairbanks-isd/) ### “All the drivers are super friendly, and it’s always been a really positive experience. I was able to gain more stability, make more friends, be the old me . . . happy, smiling and excited to go to school.” **Foster Care** *—Georgina, student* Our care-centered marketplace enables the flexible rides required by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) to ensure educational stability for youth in foster care. By facilitating a reliable path to their school of origin, we help students stay connected to the teachers, friends, and community they need to thrive. - [READ CASE STUDY](/blog/foster-youth-success-story/) ### “We love that CareDrivers are connected with resources on best practices in working with special needs students.” **Special Needs & IEPs** *—Prince William County Public Schools* Students with disabilities and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) need consistent care that meets IEP requirements. We facilitate transportation with CareDrivers who are educated in neurodivergence and trauma-informed care. We oversee everything directly and transparently, adhering to a higher standard of safety and care. - [READ CASE STUDY](/clients/prince-william-county-public-schools/) ### “HopSkipDrive has helped to save travel time for our students…. Transportation is no longer a factor for missing school.” **Charter Schools** *—SIATech South Bay* Charter schools often have unique transportation needs due to varied school locations or limited bus service. We coordinate flexible solutions that expand educational access for every student. - [READ CASE STUDY](/clients/siatech-south-bay-charter-school/) ### “I’m proud of how our team and community embraced HopSkipDrive’s innovative portfolio approach, which is now ensuring all kids in the district have safe and reliable access to a high-quality education.” **General Education** *—Colorado Springs School District 11* Even general education students can benefit from HopSkipDrive’s safe and reliable transportation solutions. Whether it’s getting to and from school, extracurricular activities, or after-school appointments, our service helps students arrive on time and ready to learn, while giving parents peace of mind. - [READ CASE STUDY](/clients/d11/) ### “A lot of kids that lack resources tend to be inconsistent with their attendance… [HopSkipDrive] allows for them to have a higher level of stability because they can depend on it.” **After School** *—Better Youth* After-school activities are essential for a child’s development, but getting them there can be a logistical puzzle. HopSkipDrive simplifies after-school transportation, arranging safe and reliable rides to sports practice, music lessons, enrichment programs, tutoring, and more. - [READ CASE STUDY](/blog/better-youth-helps-youth-in-foster-care-thrive/) ### “HopSkipDrive has given students like me a sense of assurance with their transportation needs. It’s allowed me to really spread my wings, in a way.” **Career and Technical Education** *—Chimzara, student* HopSkipDrive helps districts overcome the logistical challenges of transporting students to off-campus CTE programs. By leveraging our network of vetted CareDrivers and advanced technology, districts can accommodate varying schedules and needs — ensuring that every student has access to valuable hands-on learning opportunities. - [READ CASE STUDY](/blog/hopskipdrive-career-and-technical-education-success-story/) ## The Latest - [See all](/blogs/) - [Blog](/blogs/) - [School Transportation Insights](/tags/school-transportation-insights/) - [Company Updates](/tags/company-updates/) - [Success Stories](/tags/success-stories/) - [Product and Technology](/tags/product-and-technology/) - [The CareDriver Community](/tags/the-caredriver-community/) - [Public Policy](/tags/public-policy/) - [Life at HopSkipDrive](/tags/life-at-hopskipdrive/) ## Success Stories - [See all](/tags/success-stories/) - [HopSkipDrive Highlights DPS and D11’s AI-Driven Approach to Overcoming Transportation Challenges](/blog/ai-driven-approach-to-transportation-challenges/) - [HopSkipDrive Drives Drastic Improvement in Attendance Rates at Pleasanton Unified School District](/clients/pleasanton-unified/) - [HopSkipDrive Fuels High School Internship Program, Driving Student Success in Phoenix](/blog/hopskipdrive-fuels-high-school-internship-program-in-phoenix/) ## What Our Clients Say *Here’s what some of our education partners have to say about working with HopSkipDrive.* ### Mark Hill *Midland Independent School District* [Midland Independent School District - Client Testimonial Video](https://vimeo.com/1202554397) ### Tyler Maybee *Denver Public Schools* [Denver Public Schools - Client Testimonial](https://vimeo.com/1211540548?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci) ### Rachel Kist *First Star ASU Academy* [First Star ASU Academy - Client Testimonial](https://vimeo.com/1211542133?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci) ### Brianne Nakayama *Southern California Regional Occupational Center* [Southern California Regional Occupational Center - Client Testimonial](https://vimeo.com/1211541586?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci) ### Claire Bergman *Sun Prairie Area School District* [Sun Prairie Area School District - What Families Are Saying About HopSkipDrive](https://vimeo.com/1197472939?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci) ### Angelo Grau *Mesquite Independent School District* [Mesquite Independent School District (TX) - Client Testimonial](https://vimeo.com/1214424648?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci) ## Want to learn more? 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