New National Research on the Impact of Transportation Consistency
New National Research on the Impact of Transportation Consistency
At EverDriven, we provide safe, dependable, and flexible student transportation solutions in Bakersfield and surrounding areas. Serving school districts across Kern County, we help students—regardless of circumstance—get consistent access to education. Whether traditional yellow bus routes aren’t feasible or districts need more tailored support, EverDriven offers alternative transportation designed around the student.
From students with disabilities to those experiencing homelessness or living in foster care, we partner with Bakersfield-area school districts to close transportation gaps, reduce chronic absenteeism, and improve equitable access to education.
Washington Unified School District, California
If your child needs help getting to school safely and reliably, your school or district may partner with EverDriven to provide transportation. EverDriven supports students whose needs fall outside traditional bus routes. This can include students with IEPs, students attending specialized programs, students in foster care, or students experiencing housing instability.
If you believe your child may need transportation support, the first step is to speak with your school or district transportation team.
EverDriven meets SB 88 compliance standards, ensuring safe, secure, and accountable transportation for students across California. SB 88 establishes critical regulations for student transportation providers, including background checks, vehicle safety standards, and operational transparency.
Our dedication to SB 88 compliance ensures that Bakersfield-area students receive transportation that prioritizes safety, reliability, and accessibility.
Working with public, private, and charter schools alike, EverDriven partners directly with districts and schools throughout Bakersfield & Kern County to successfully eliminate barriers for students who have a hard time getting to school due to various challenges. With cutting-edge rideshare technology, we are proudly able to support:
Consistent, safe, and personalized transportation can make a world of difference for students with disabilities in Bakersfield. We support their academic success with:
Students experiencing homelessness often struggle with unstable living arrangements, frequent moves, and long distances between temporary housing and school. Without reliable transportation, these challenges can lead to chronic absenteeism and school disruptions. EverDriven provides flexible, dependable transportation that adapts to each student’s living situation, helping maintain school stability and reducing barriers to attendance.
Young learners need a gentle and supportive transition into education. EverDriven offers:
Students in foster care face frequent transitions—and school shouldn’t be one of them. EverDriven helps with:
When school of origin isn’t the same as the student’s current address, we provide cross-district transportation in Bakersfield and beyond, including:
From rural Kern County communities to dense urban streets, EverDriven ensures school is always within reach:
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Student Transportation
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