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Requesting RIPTIKs for Trips

RIPTIKs provide students with temporary access to RIPTA for approved school-sponsored activities, including field experiences, college visits, and other educational trips. Planning ahead helps ensure that every student has the transportation they need on the day of the trip.

Before You Submit a Request

Before requesting RIPTIKs, review your roster to determine which students already have active RIPTA Wave Cards.

A live Monthly Bus Pass List is available and is automatically updated whenever a student's Wave Card is issued or replaced. Please check this list before submitting your request so that RIPTIKs are requested only for students who need them.

Submitting Your Request

All RIPTIK requests must be submitted through FMX.

To allow time for processing and preparation, requests must be submitted at least five full school days before your scheduled trip. Requests received after this deadline may not be able to be accommodated and could require the trip to be rescheduled.

Important Guidelines

To help ensure RIPTIKs are available for all schools, please follow these guidelines:

  • Submit all requests through FMX.
  • Request only the number of RIPTIKs needed for students who do not have an active Wave Card.
  • Do not request RIPTIKs on the day of your trip.
  • Do not borrow or request RIPTIKs from another campus or building.
  • Encourage students who have Wave Cards to bring them on the day of the trip.

Because RIPTIK inventory is limited and distributed across multiple campuses, careful planning helps ensure every student has access to transportation when it is needed.

Questions?

If you have questions about Wave Card eligibility, RIPTIK availability, or transportation planning for an upcoming trip, please contact the Transportation Office before submitting your request. We're happy to help you determine the most appropriate transportation option for your students.