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Fort Worth ISD high school students can ride Trinity Metro free
Summary by The Fort Worth Editorial Desk Alton Worley II , as published by NBC DFW
· August 8, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway This applies to students in grades 9 through 12 who are registered with the Fort Worth Independent School District.
Public transportation is now more accessible to high school students in Fort Worth . A program allows them to use buses and trains without paying a fee. This applies to students in grades 9 through 12 who are registered with the Fort Worth Independent School District.
To take advantage of this offer, students need to download a mobile app and create an account. They will then receive a monthly pass, which can be used to ride public transportation. Further details about the program are available from Trinity Metro, including how to use the monthly pass to board buses and trains.
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Category: government Published: August 8, 2026 Source: NBC DFW Reading time: 1 min
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