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School Transportation
Welcome to the CDE School Transportation home page!
Mission
To create a supportive, encouraging learning environment for the school districts serving Colorado's public school children, through professional, knowledgeable ideas, utilizing the best resources available to achieve safe transportation programs.
Contact Us
Colorado Dept of Education
Transportation
201 E. Colfax Ave., Room 209
Denver, CO 80203
Our Staff
- Susan M. Miller, Supervisor, 720-766-1416
- Fred Stewart, Transportation Analyst, 720-766-1415
- Rebecca Sykes, Transportation Analyst, 720-576-5720
What's New
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NEW SCHOOL TRANSPORTATION RULES GO INTO EFFECT OCTOBER 30, 2024 - SEE BELOW LISTED UNDER CDE RULES
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NEW GUIDES - SEE BELOW LISTED UNDER CDE GUIDES
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CDE Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse Webinar Recording is now Available!!
- NEW School bus driver training released by Operation Lifesaver!
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2024-2025 Written tests are now available!
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Please email sykes_r@cde.state.co.us if you have not received them.
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Clean School Bus Program News!!!
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September 26, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced the latest round of funding from the Clean School Bus Rebate Program, with up to $965 million available to school districts.
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The second rebate funding opportunity is now open. More information on the latest dates and how to apply can be found on the EPA Clean School Bus Program website.
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The 2024 Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle Grant Program is opening soon! Please see more information at the Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicles Grants website.
CDE Rules
- NEW Minimum Standards Governing School Transportation Vehicles 301-25 (PDF) EFFECTIVE October 30, 2024
- NEW Colorado Rules for the Operation, Maintenance, and Inspection of School Transportation Vehicles 301-26 EFFECTIVE October 30, 2024
- Rules for the Administration of the Protection of Persons From Restraint Act 1 CCR 301-45
Special Needs and Preschool Transportation
- 2023 Colorado Transporting Students with Special Needs Guide
- ESSA Quick Reference Guide
- IDEA-FERPA Crosswalk
- IEP Procedural Guide (PDF)
- Section 504 Resource Guide
- Transporting Youth and Children Experiencing Homelessness (PDF)
- Transportation for Homeless Children and Youth: Strategies for Rural School Districts (PDF)
License and Training Matrix
CDE Training and Online Classes
- CDE Online Small Vehicle Activity Operator Pre-Service Course
- CDE ELDT Instructor Recertification Registration
- CDE Online Protection of Individuals from Restraint and Seclusion Course (Proper Use of Restraint)
- Colorado School Safety Resource Center - Mandatory Reporting
- Confidentiality
- CDE Confidentiality Ppt
- CDE Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse Webinar
- Emergency Evacuations
CDE Guides
- NEW 2024 CDE School Bus, Multifunction, and Motor Coach Operator Guide (PDF)
- 2023 CDE Type A, Multifunction, and Small Vehicle Route and Activity Operator Guide (PDF)
- NEW 2024 Paraprofessional Guide
- NEW 2024 CDE New to Transportation Guide
- 2023 CDE Transportation Resource Guide (PDF)
- 2023 CDE Annual Inspection and Maintenance Resource Guide (PDF)
- NEW 2024 Qualification Files - Documentation Required (PDF)
- CDE - 40 Audit Resource Guide and Claim Form (PDF)
Entry Level Driver Training Resources
Need to become a CDE Certified ELDT Trainer? Find an instructor on this map CDE Instructor Certification Trainers Map
- ELDT Driver's License and Training Matrix
- ELDT Instructor Certification - Do you need to have a new instructor certified to teach ELDT? Find them on this map
- 2023 Colorado Commercial Driver Manual - Has an addendum for the testing modernization.
- 2020 Model Traffic Code for Colorado
- 2023 CDE School Bus, Multifunction, and Motor Coach Operator Guide
- 2023-2024 Transportation Resource Guide
- 1 CCR 301-26 Colorado Rules for the Operation, Maintenance and Inspection of School Transportation Vehicles
- TSA First Observer Plus
- First-Time CDL Driver: DMV
Federal Regulations
- Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)
- FMCSA Clearinghouse Registration Guide
- FMCSA Clearinghouse Learning Center
- FMCSA Clearinghouse Query Letter Template
- FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Tri-fold Brochure
- DOT Office of Drug and Alcohol Policy and Compliance
- New Federal Regulation (FMCSA) for All CDL Operators of Increase for Random Controlled Substances (PDF)
- Post-Accident Testing Requirements
Colorado State Pupil Transportation Association (CSPTA)
CSPTA Resources
Review Schedule
Additional Resources
- Clarifications and Concerns on Railroad Crossings in the State (DOC)
- Colorado Child Passenger Safety Law
- Colorado Department of Transportation Restrictions and Maps
- Colorado Interactive Driver History (DOC) (MVR Service)
- Colorado Safe Routes to School
- Colorado School Safety Guide
- Colorado Traction Law Updates
- Guide to Fines for Cellphone Usage While Driving
- Kansas Illegal Passing Survey
- National Congress on School Transportation
- NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration)
- Operation Lifesaver
- School Bus Facts.com
- School Bus Stop Risk Assessment Tool
- School Finance home page - CDE
- Seat Belt Requirements for school buses
Financial information on schools and districts throughout Colorado. Learn more about financial transparency.
Colorado Dept. of Education
201 East Colfax Ave.
Denver, CO 80203
Phone: 303-866-6600
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CDE Hours
Mon to Fri, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
See also Licensing Hours
UPDATED
November 22, 2024
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