HopSkipDrive

05/28/2026

This May, we are celebrating Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month!

05/14/2026

We are excited to announce our 2026–2027 back-to-school product suite, built around two commitments that every school district deserves when it comes to student transportation: consistency and safety. The suite brings:

📹 Free ride recording nationwide with unprecedented security, affordability, and transparency.

🚗 Our new Consistent CareDriver Program enables school districts to book a consistent driver for students who need it.

📍Enhanced Track My Ride: Finding a CareDriver at pickup is now simpler for everyone. No app required.

📝 Structured Rider Notes give districts an easy-to-use template to build individualized transportation plans quickly.

👩 Rider Assistants can be booked with just six hours’ notice, matching HopSkipDrive’s industry-leading ride turnaround time.

💬 Expanded 24/7 support channels to ensure districts have help whenever they need it.

Check out our blog to learn more: https://bit.ly/4dogfBL

Explore HopSkipDrive’s 2026–2027 product suite featuring in-app ride recording and a Consistent CareDriver Program supporting student transportation needs.

04/22/2026

Efficiency meets opportunity!

Denver Public Schools saved $500K through multimodal transportation optimization. By integrating small vehicles and using HopSkipDrive’s RouteWise AI™ technology, the district increased student pooling by 11% and streamlined its routing process.

https://bit.ly/4tpH4w2

Learn how RouteWise AI™ helped Denver Public Schools evaluate and optimize their transportation system, leading to $500K in savings in 2023–2024.

04/09/2026

helps school districts arrange transportation and reduce costs while solving unique mobility challenges. 🚗

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4mqMQuU

03/31/2026

Safety + Reliability + Ease = Peace of mind for Denver Public School parents ✨

Whether it’s a friendly CareDriver or our dedicated Safe Ride Support® team watching over every mile, we’re here to make your day a little easier.

03/27/2026

Safety in student transportation isn't just about the ride itself — it’s about the visibility surrounding it.

Through the platform, we ensure that every Ride Organizer has the data they need at their fingertips. No more wondering “Where is the ride?” Just clear, real-time updates for total peace of mind.

03/24/2026

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03/20/2026

When a child gets into a vehicle, parents and schools deserve total peace of mind. That’s why HopSkipDrive maintains a direct relationship with every CareDriver on our platform.

In her latest update, our SVP of Safety, Jen Brandenburger, highlights how we’re raising the bar:

🚗 Caregivers on Wheels: HopSkipDrive CareDrivers average 10 years of caregiving experience.

📚 Specialized Education: CareDrivers receive expert-developed training in neurodiversity and trauma-informed practices.

🛡️ Human in the Loop: Our Safe Ride Support® team monitors every ride in real time.

HopSkipDrive is reimagining student safety. Our SVP of Safety shares updates on CareDriver vetting, industry-leading standards, and 2026 innovations.

03/19/2026

Our 2025 Safety Report is officially out, showing that 99.70% of rides were completed without a safety concern of any kind. This isn’t just luck — it’s the result of our “prevention, not reaction” approach.

📚 Expert Training: 94% of CareDrivers feel more confident serving students with specialized needs with our new neurodiversity and trauma-informed care training.

🤝Rider Support: A new direct line for students to call or text our Safe Ride Support® team.

🏫 Enhanced Handoffs: Stricter Must Be Met protocols to ensure our most vulnerable riders are always handed off safely to an authorized adult.

Check out the key takeaways from our 2025 Safety report!

Get key takeaways from our 2025 Safety Report on our safety record, new innovations, and what sets us apart in safe school transportation.

03/18/2026

We are proud to present our seventh annual Safety Report!

Our commitment to safety is defined by a track record of rigorous accountability and operational consistency. In 2025, 99.99% of rides were completed without a collision, and 99.70% were completed without a safety incident of any kind. The report also includes key safety innovations that help fuel this record, including:

🛡️ Proactive Ride Intervention: Enhanced proactive alert system automatically detects and flags critical events so our Safe Ride Support® team can take immediate action — even before a rider gets in the vehicle

📚 Enhanced CareDriver Vetting & Education: Scenario-based video screening evaluates empathy and judgment, while expert-developed education modules better support diverse student needs

🎯 Caregiver Great Start Program: Proactive outreach and technical walkthroughs for families helps ensure confidence for a student’s first HopSkipDrive ride

📷 Ride Recording: In-ride video and audio recording provides an objective record, ensuring accountability while prioritizing user privacy

🚗 Specialty Transportation Expansion: Wheelchair-Accessible Vehicles (WAV) and Rider Assistant support designed to handle even the most complex mobility challenges

The 2025 Safety Report demonstrates HopSkipDrive’s ongoing commitment to transparency and continuous safety improvements in student transportation.

HopSkipDrive’s 2025 Safety Report is here! With 99.99% of rides collision-free, see how we’re reimagining safety through innovation, data, and expertise.

03/08/2026

Happy International Women's Day!