Is your kindergartner excited—or a little nervous—about riding the big yellow school bus for the first time? You’re not alone! That’s why each year, Cobb Schools invites kindergarten and first-grade families to hop on board together for a special preview ride before the first day.
This year, the Bus Ride-Along rolls out on Thursday, July 31, 2025. This fun and helpful annual Back-to-School Bus Ride-Along gives families a chance to:
- Practice the morning bus ride.
- Meet the bus driver.
- Learn how to get on and off the bus safely.
- Ease first-day nerves for students and parents.
- See for yourself why the school bus is the safest way to get students to and from school.
This ride-along also reminds the community to stay alert for students walking to school or the bus stop, waiting at the bus stop, or crossing the road after getting off the bus. Cobb welcomes students back on Monday, August 4.
What to Expect on the Ride-Along:
- Buses will run their regular morning routes on July 31.
- Look up your bus schedule and route on the District website.
- Parents and students should be at the stop a little early, just like on the first day of school.
- Times may vary slightly as drivers rehearse and adjust their routes.
- Track your bus in real-time with the Cobb Schools Here Comes the Bus App.
- After the test ride, buses will return students and parents to their bus stops.
Don’t Miss It!
đź“… When: Thursday, July 31
🎒 What: Annual Bus Ride Along for Kindergarten & 1st Grade Students + Parents
🚌 Where: Your regular morning bus stop
Watch this video to get a sneak peek of the bus ride experience!
