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Duluth Middle Schoolers Ride Free | Duluth News
Duluth Public Schools just dropped a major transit upgrade for middle schoolers—free bus rides via the DTA, same as high schoolers. Launched in January 2025, it’s tackling a real gap: kids within a mile of school often can’t access district buses. This isn’t just about getting to class—it’s about building lifelong transit habits and boosting attendance, which directly lifts grades and graduation rates. Funded by a one-time $362K tax rebate, the program reimburses the DTA up to $200K annually—but with looming budget cuts and competing priorities like staffing and mental health, its future…
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