SMUSD E-BIKE AND BIKE PERMIT PROCESS*

SMUSD is extending our e-bike safety program into the 2025/26 school year. This program was launched last year, in partnership with the Sheriff’s Office and City of San Marcos, to improve bike and e-bike safety in the most impacted areas of our community.

This includes a bike and e-bike permit process for some SMUSD schools. Students who attend DoublePeak School, San Elijo Middle School, San Marcos High School, and Mission Hills High School AND ride a bike or e-bike to school will be required to obtain a permit.

Permit process: Students looking to ride must attend an in-person safety course with one parent or guardian, led by the Sheriff’s Office. Safety course dates are listed below. Upon completion of the safety course, students will receive two permit stickers to be placed on their bike and helmet. Students will not be allowed to park their bike or e-bike on campus without a permit.

*Students who attended a safety course last year and obtained a permit are exempt from this process. A new permit sticker will be issued to students at the beginning of the school year.

Upcoming Classes

• August 28, 2025 – 5:30 p.m. at San Marcos High School, in the Cafeteria

Classes are open to all students regardless of which school they attend.

All students must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Students must bring their e-bike/bike and helmet with them to the safety course. Staff members will affix permit stickers to e-bikes/bikes and helmets immediately following the course.

About the City of San Marcos:

The City of San Marcos is dedicated to improving the quality of life for all its residents by promoting safety, sustainability, and community engagement. Through various programs and initiatives, the city strives to create a vibrant and thriving community where everyone can live, work, and play safely. To learn more about the e-bike safety in our community, visit the City of San Marcos website.

About the San Diego County Sheriff’s Office:

The San Diego County Sheriff’s Office is dedicated to maintaining public safety through community partnerships and proactive policing. The office works closely with local communities to ensure a safe and secure environment for all residents.