ASTA
Alternative Student Transportation Association
Advocating for Safe, Reliable, and Accessible Alternative Student Transportation
Introduction
At ASTA (Alternative Student Transportation Association), we are committed to advancing safe, and reliable alternative student transportation that meet the diverse needs of K-12 students.
Why Alternative Transportation Matters
Ensuring safe, reliable, and accessible transportation for students is essential to their education.
While traditional yellow school buses remain the foundation of student transportation, there are circumstances where additional solutions are needed to ensure that all students can get to school safely. Alternative transportation serves as a critical supplement to school buses, providing flexible, student-centered options when traditional routes are not feasible or efficient.
For instance, some of the most vulnerable students require customized transportation due to distance, scheduling challenges, or specific mobility and support needs. Alternative student transportation helps fill these gaps, supplementing other options, and ensuring that every child has a safe and dependable way to get to school, no matter their circumstances.
Ensuring Safety & Reliability
Alternative student transportation providers follow rigorous safety protocols around driver standards and impaired driving prevention, vehicle standards, ongoing safety education, and insurance and liability protection. These high standards help ensure that students travel safely and reliably in well-maintained vehicles operated by qualified professionals.
At ASTA, we advocate for industry best practices to support flexible, student-centered transportation options—ensuring that every child has access to the education they deserve.
