FRISCO, Texas — Frisco Independent School District has amended its Student Code of Conduct to prohibit students from riding e-scooters and e-bikes to and from campus, the district confirmed ahead of the new school year.
Policy change follows safety concerns and police reports
The change comes after Frisco police reported responding to a series of incidents involving motor-assisted scooters and e-bikes during the spring semester of the 2025-26 school year. According to Frisco Police Chief David Shilson, officers documented 35 incidents involving students on those devices, with the majority occurring around school dismissal times — a period characterized by heavy vehicle traffic.
Chief Shilson said the incidents included a serious collision in which a teen on a mini motorcycle struck a jogger, resulting in serious injuries to both individuals. He also told local reporters that officers have observed children as young as 10 years old operating e-bikes on city roadways.
“The fact that you put kids on the road with a scooter with cars, where drivers who may be distracted, that’s not safe,”
Shilson added that each case will be evaluated individually and that schools could potentially hold devices if they are confiscated under the district’s revised code.
How the district ban aligns with city rules
Frisco ISD said the new prohibition aligns with a municipal ordinance the City of Frisco has maintained for more than two decades that restricts the operation of e-bikes and e-scooters on public roadways. The city’s published regulations further detail where motor-assisted scooters and e-bikes are permitted and where they are not.
- Devices are banned in parks and on sidewalks.
- Devices are prohibited on roads with posted speed limits of 35 mph or higher.
- Operation is allowed on paths and trails designated for bicycle use.
City rules also include provisions for licensed minors, though the full list of requirements was not quoted in the district statement. Frisco ISD did not release additional operational guidance on enforcement, storage of confiscated devices or notification procedures for parents and guardians beyond confirming the code change.
Implications for students, families and traffic safety
The ban removes e-scooters and e-bikes as a mode of travel to school for students across the district. For some families, that will require adjustments to commuting habits, including increased reliance on car drop-offs, school buses or walking where feasible.
School dismissals are already high-risk windows for conflicts between pedestrians, bicyclists and motor vehicles, and district leaders cited safety as the primary driver for the policy update. The district’s move mirrors steps taken in other communities to reduce vehicle-pedestrian collisions and manage streetside congestion near campus zones during peak travel times.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Reported incidents (spring 2025-26) | 35 |
| Youngest observed riders | 10 years old |
| City ordinance history | In place for more than 20 years |
Officials did not specify whether penalties for students who violate the new rule will mirror typical code-of-conduct discipline or incorporate progressive measures such as parent conferences and safety education. Chief Shilson indicated the department will continue to handle incidents on a case-by-case basis.
As classes resume, Frisco ISD families seeking clarification about the prohibition, enforcement procedures, or alternative transportation options should consult the district’s Student Code of Conduct or contact school administrators directly for guidance.
