Free Student Rides & Legislative Priorities | Reno News

Washoe County Schools is rolling out a bold new plan to keep student transit rides free forever, building on last year’s pilot that handed out nearly 5,000 passes and saw ridership spike—even on non-school days. The district isn’t replacing school buses but leveraging existing public transit routes, offering smart cards for those without smartphones. Beyond mobility, trustees outlined key legislative goals for Nevada’s 2027 session: reforming instructional time rules, expanding dual-credit options for internships, and improving student support systems—including smoother re-entry after juvenile justice involvement. With a September 1 deadline to submit bill drafts, the board also approved $4.5M in upgrades—new buses, HVAC systems—and welcomed new principals set to lead schools this fall. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d351664fe371c8c9