About GoKid
GoKid is a carpooling platform designed to simplify school transportation for families and institutions. Schools use GoKid Connect to help parents organize safe, efficient carpools within their community, while families benefit from real-time tracking, flexible scheduling, and secure communication. With over 2 million trips coordinated, GoKid reduces traffic, lowers emissions, and strengthens school communities, all while keeping safety and privacy a top priority.
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To launch GoKid Connect, schools need to sign a license agreement, prepare data (via CSV or SIS integration), have the data reviewed and uploaded by the GoKid team, set a launch date for sending invitations to families (with an opt-out option), and use provided communication templates. The process typically takes 1-3 weeks, depending on approval processes, contract signing, and data availability.
The annual SaaS fee is based on school size: Petite ( 1400) is $9,999. There is also an annual technology and customer support fee of $1,000-$2,000. Parents do not pay; the service is free for families.
Schools need to provide parent/guardian names, home addresses, email addresses, student names, grade levels, and optionally student IDs, family IDs, and mobile phone numbers. This data can be shared via a CSV file or integrated from a Student Information System (SIS).
GoKid Connect limits map visibility to generalized locations, allows customizable map density, and offers a radius view to protect privacy. Personal details like addresses, emails, and phone numbers are not displayed. Additionally, the platform never sells personal data, avoids advertising to students, and communicates only about service-related topics.
GoKid Connect is designed for organizing carpools in advance and can be used for after-school activities. However, it is not ideal for same-day or emergency carpool requests. Families can use existing carpool networks or send messages to nearby parents for last-minute arrangements.
Families receive an email invitation with a personalized link from GoKid. They click 'Get Started,' review their information, accept the terms and conditions, and set a password to complete the process.
Yes, GoKid Connect is designed to comply with applicable privacy laws, including FERPA. Schools are advised to consult with legal counsel to verify compliance with specific regulations.
Parents can use the chat feature on the 'Find Families' screen to message nearby parents or add a note to their profile indicating their carpool preferences. This helps set expectations and find compatible carpool partners.
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