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School Transportation
COVID-19 Transportation Guidance
CDE's top priority is the health and safety of all students, educators and communities in Colorado. The department has compiled school transportation-related resources below to help provide guidance to schools and districts during this time.
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
What's New
- CDE Entry Level Driver Instructor Certification Classes - December 13 - December 17, 2021
- Check for Recalls. Visit NHTSA.gov/recalls and enter your vehicle’s 17-digit vehicle identification number (VIN). In seconds, you'll know if your vehicle is subject to a safety recall.
- Bendix 2021 3-Day Air Brake Product School - November 30, 2021
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Course Description The 2021 Bendix 3-Day Air Brake Product School focuses on FMVSS 121 airbrake systems. - Contact Rob Draper for information - rdraper@lps.k12.co.us
COVID Related Information
- COVID-19 Transportation Q & A
- Includes guidance on Cleaning/Disinfecting, Annual Inspectors/Annual Inspections, Drug and Alcohol Testing, et
Entry Level Driver Training Resources
- February 7, 2022 - FMCSA Entry Level Driver Training Overview
- 2019 Colorado Commercial Driver Manual
- 2020 Model Traffic Code for Colorado
- 2021 CDE School Bus, Multifunction, and Motor Coach Operator Guide
- Transportation Resource Guide
- 1 CCR 301-26 Colorado Rules for the Operation, Maintenance and Inspection of School Transportation Vehicles
- TSA First Observer Plus
Federal Regulations
CDE Guides
- CDE Online Small Vehicle Activity Operator Course
- 2021 CDE School Bus, Multifunction, and Motor Coach Operator Guide (PDF)
- 2021 CDE Type A, Multifunction, and Small Vehicle Route and Activity Operator Guide (PDF)
- 2020 CDE Transportation Resource Guide (PDF)
- 2021 CDE Annual Inspection and Maintenance Resource Guide (PDF)
- 2021 Qualification Files - Documentation Required (PDF)
- 2021 - 2022 License and Training Matrix (PDF)
- CDE - 40 Audit Resource Guide and Claim Form (PDF)
- 2018 Colorado School Bus Driver Trainer Guide (PDF)
CDE Rules
CSPTA Resources
Review Schedule
Additional Resources
- Colorado Traction Law Updates
- Colorado Interactive Driver History (DOC) (MVR Service)
- Clarifications and concerns on Railroad Crossings in the State (DOC)
- Child Restraint Systems on School Bus (NHTSA)
- Colorado Child Passenger Safety Law
- NHTSA - School Bus Driver In-Service Refresher Modules
- Colorado Safe Routes to School
- Colorado State Pupil Transportation Association (CSPTA)
- Safe Routes to School Guide: Determining School Bus Stops
- Kansas Illegal Passing Survey
- Colorado Department of Transportation Restrictions and Maps
- NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) - NEW School Bus Driver On-Line Curriculum
- DOT Office of Drug and Alcohol Policy and Compliance (PDF)
- First Aid and CPR Clarification from Public Health and Environment (PDF)
- FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Tri-fold Brochure
- IEP Procedural Guide (PDF)
- National Congress on School Transportation
- School Bus Facts.com
- School Bus Stop Risk Assessment Tool
- Seat Belt Requirements for school buses
- School Finance home page
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
Fax: 303-830-0793
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CDE Hours
Mon - Fri 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
See also Licensing Hours
UPDATED
December 7, 2021
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