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E-Transportation Safety

SHARE YOUR INPUT

E-Transportation: Share Your Input

San Juan Unified School District is gathering input from students, families and staff as we explore potential policies related to e-bikes, e-scooters, e-motos and e-skateboards.

As student use of e-transportation devices continues to grow, so does the importance of ensuring safe and appropriate use, especially at elementary, middle and K-8 schools.

Why are we asking for input?

The Board of Education has asked staff to explore options related to student use of e-transportation devices, including whether restrictions on certain types of devices should be considered.

Before making any recommendations, to better understand, we want to hear directly from our community:

  • Safety concerns and experiences
  • Student transportation needs
  • Equity and access considerations
  • Practical impacts on families and schools

Your feedback will help inform thoughtful, balanced next steps.

Share your thoughts

We are using a ThoughtExchange to gather input and learn from a wide range of perspectives across our community.

Participate in the ThoughtExchange

Open through April 30

Understanding E-Transportation Classes

We are seeing an increase in students using devices such as e-bikes, e-skateboards and e-scooters. Many of these devices are not designed for or legally permitted for use by children under age 16. Under California Law, motorized bikes and higher-speed e-devices are not appropriate for young children and may require specific age limits, licensing and safety equipment.

Elementary and middle school students may lawfully ride Class 1 and Class 2 e-bikes and are required to wear a helmet. Learn about e-bike classifications through the California Bicycle Coalition website.

Only individuals aged 16 or older can ride Class 3 e-bikes, e-scooters and e-skateboards. Electric-powered mini bikes (e-moto) are off-road vehicles and may not be legally ridden on any public roadway, regardless of age. Street-legal electric motorcycles may only be ridden on a roadway if registered and only by a person possessing a valid driver’s license.

Decorative table of different modes of e-transportation and their requirements

What happens next?

Once the ThoughtExchange closes:

  • Staff will review and analyze all feedback
  • Key themes and considerations will be summarized
  • Findings will be shared with the Board of Education
  • Potential next steps, including policy options, will be considered