Butte Schools Follow Great Falls for Rules on E-bikes and Scooters

As more of us look for ways to save money, transportation is always a big one.  Gas prices have caused commuters to search out other means of getting around Great Falls.  Many of those have chosen an e-bike or e-scooter to save on costs.

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And while those benefits of riding a bike or scooter can help ease your strain on the financial side, they are also becoming a bit of a sore subject regarding laws, speed limits and the safety of them.  Even our schools have taken notice of them.

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Butte Schools Follow Great Falls for Rules on E-bikes and Scooters

Great Falls Public Schools were one of the first districts in the state of Montana to implement the policy to ban the use of e-bikes and e-scooters on school property.  Officials were concerned at the start of the 2026-2027 school year with reports from parents, crossing guards and citizens about students being in danger.

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The ban is being heard by other schools experiencing the same chaotic moments in school drop off zones, parking lots and sidewalks.  Butte School District 1 is one of those following GFPS by now banning them from their school grounds.

Ban Includes E-bikes and E-scooters on School Properties in Butte

In making the public announcement through social media, Superintendent Keith Miller said that ensuring the schools remain a safe area for students, teachers and the public helped to make the decision for the ban.

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The school said that while riding the vehicles on property is banned, students that do use them are still able to ride them to the school but are required to dismount when entering the property.  Students will also be allowed to lock up their bikes or scooters as normal.