December 2018

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Free Capital Metro Bus Rides for K–12 Students Now Permanent

Starting today, all K–12 students can ride Capital Metro services for free, as a permanent part of the agency's fare structure. 

In June, Capital Metro began a summer pilot program offering free fares for K–12 students in Central Texas, and received overwhelmingly positive feedback. The agency's board voted yesterday to make the pilot initiative permanent.

Access to frequent, reliable transportation is critical to solving the area's dual challenges of mobility and affordability. 

Free Bus Fares for K-12 Students Now Permanent Pilot program boosted ridership, benefited community

AUSTIN, Texas - Starting today, all K–12 students can ride Capital Metro services for free, as a permanent part of the agency's fare structure. 

In June, Capital Metro began a summer pilot program offering free fares for K–12 students in Central Texas and received overwhelmingly positive feedback from children and parents. The agency's board voted yesterday to make the pilot initiative permanent.

MLK Day of Service Event

Each January, Austin ISD keeps its tradition of celebrating the memorable life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by hosting an event in his honor. In hopes to increase attendance this year, the AISD districtwide celebration is merging with Kealing’s Day of Service held at Kealing Middle School,1607 Pennsylvania Ave. 

Travis Rebel Expo

Visit our campus Wednesday, Dec.19 from 5–8 p.m. to talk to our staff and learn more about the amazing opportunities available at Travis Early College High School, 1211 E. Oltorf St.!

We will have a free community dinner and fun holiday crafts in the MakerSpace.

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