Missed Back To School? It's not too late! (2024)

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#CarFreeChallenge Bunch Halloween Down Syndrome Awareness Month Black Friday Year Round Superhero Discount Inclusion Portal Ebike Rebates Hardship Discount Financing Through Affirm Test Rides & Consultations Joining the Bunch Squad Rental Rebates Risk-Free Trial Ainsley's Angels Outside Funding Open Box & Secondhand Bikes Get In Touch FAQs References

It's true. The Back To School Bunch Bike Bundle was pretty awesome this year.

But if you missed it - don't fret!

We've got more great opportunities coming your way soon.

Plus some year round programs to make cargo biking as affordable and accessible as possible.

Read on!

#CarFreeChallenge

We celebrate Car Free Day on Sept. 22 with our monthlong #CarFreeChallenge!

The challenge is open to everyone - new Bunch owners, existing Bunch fam, and family bikers everywhere.

Bunch Halloween

We run an annual Halloween costume contest on the Bunch Bikes Club on Facebook. Check out some amazingly creative folks in our community!

Down Syndrome Awareness Month

We celebrate our Down Syndrome fam all year round - and especially in October! Help us support some of our favorite community organizations, check out our limited edition Lucky Few bike and more.

Black Friday

Yes, we celebrate Black Friday at Bunch Bikes! No, we can't show you yet what we're offering this year... but we promise great savings... and the joyful gift of a lifetime. 😉❤️

Year Round

Our focus is on inclusion and access, and we do what we can to make our bikes as affordable as possible all year round with an array of discount and financing options.

Superhero Discount

We offer a discount on new bikes for all superheroes - educators,healthcare workers, mental health providers, members of the military, first responders and other public servants.

Inclusion Portal

Inclusion is at the heart of our mission. We offer wraparound support for any child or parent with a disability, medical or adaptive need that affects access to cycling or driving - including a discount program, free adaptive equipment, and collaboration with outside funding options. (More on that later.)

Ebike Rebates

We strongly support local programs that offer rebates and vouchers to encourage active transport. We are an authorized retailer for Colorado's ebike voucher program and have partnerships with authorized retailers in California and Washington, DC as well, with more to come!

Not sure how to use your local voucher program to buy a Bunch Bike? Please reach out to us and we'll help make it happen!

Hardship Discount

We offer a discount on new bikes for families qualifying for free or reduced lunch in their school districts. Pleasecontact usto determine your eligibility.

Financing Through Affirm

We work with Affirm to provide a variety of monthly financing options on all our bikes. Qualified customers can secure 0% interest for 6-12 months (depending on size of purchase) or an interest-bearing option for up to 36 months! Affirm also does allow early payoff - say if you end up selling that second car 😉

Test Rides & Consultations

Choosing the right cargo bike is a big decision - we're here to help!

We think test riding different bike formats is a great way to learn what works for your family. We offer a $100 discount code for families that complete a test ride with one of our Bunch Squad members!

We're also happy to help you figure out the details and plan out your purchase with a phone or video consultation. Wewill put together a free custom accessory bundle for customers whoschedule a phone consultation with us.

Joining the Bunch Squad

The Bunch Squad is our network of enthusiastic owners who give test rides, organize community events and advocate for family biking! Only existing owners can join the Squad, but Squad members do get discounts sitewide as well as earning points and cash for their participation.

Rental Rebates

A growing number of Bunch Squad members are also offering their bikes for short-term rental.You can start by renting a Bunch Bike for a week or a weekend, to enjoy a family vacation, help a visiting family member or just see how it fits into your life. If you end up purchasing a Bunch Bike, we'll rebate the cost of your rental - up to $250!

Rental options are currently available in New York City; Washington, DC; Boston, MA; Arlington, VA; San Diego, CA; Santa Monica, CA; Lodi, CA; Daytona Beach, FL; and our home base in Denton, TX. Stay tuned, more coming soon!

Risk-Free Trial

We know that test rides and rentals aren't accessible to all. That's why we offer a free trial period for all of our bikes. We want you to be able to try the bike life for yourself before deciding if it's the right fit for your family! You can read more aboutthe reasoning behind this program in this blog post.

Ainsley's Angels

We work with Ainsley's Angels to increase access to our bikes for children with significant disabilities and medical needs. The Ainsley's Angels giveaway is the only program through which we are able to give away a bike for free. Ainsley's Angels also offers a nonprofit fundraising platform that families can use to raise money toward a Bunch Bike through their own networks.

Outside Funding

We work with many families in our inclusion program to secure special funding for children and adults with disabilities, medical and adaptive needs. We have seen families secure funding for their bikes through Medicaid waivers, private insurance, self-determination funding, HSA accounts, local nonprofits, sustainability grant programs, and national organizations like Make A Wish. We're happy to brainstorm options with you - please get in touch through our inclusion portal!

Open Box & Secondhand Bikes

We don't sell secondhand bikes directly on our website, but they do pop up occasionally on the Bunch Bikes Club on Facebook, at prices ranging from "slight discount" to "major steal." (Especially on older models!) We can offer support with shipping, parts and accessories if needed.

We do sometimes sell Open Box bikes, but these typically get snapped up very quickly - within a few hours, or a day or two at most. We recommend clicking on the green "Notify Me When Available" box on the product page to get an email when an open box bike becomes available.

Get In Touch

Over the years we've seen all kinds of creative and resourceful options for making a Bunch Bike happen - sponsorship by local businesses, crowdfunding, registries, preschool fundraisers and more! If you've got a great idea, we're happy to support you any way we can.

Missed Back To School? It's not too late! (2024)

FAQs

Why it's never too late to go back to school? ›

People may have taken different paths due to personal responsibilities, career changes or other life circ*mstances. These experiences can be valuable assets and provide a different perspective when you return to education. When you return to school, you'll be able to use your life experiences to your advantage.

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Is it never too late to start college? ›

College has no age limits, so you are never too old to enroll in classes or obtain your degree. In fact, adults of all ages are returning to school in greater numbers. A growing percentage of students working toward their bachelor's degree are over the age of 40.

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What happens if I miss a lot of days of school? ›

For unexcused absences, neither teachers nor the school are required to provide the work that will be missed. Those absences will be marked as truants. If there are too many days missed, a report will be made to the Child Welfare and Attendance Officer.

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Is it bad to miss two days of school in a row? ›

Missing a day here or there may not seem like a problem. But absences add up quickly. And these missed school days can have a big impact on your child's learning and overall health. Missing two days a month—excused or unexcused—can add up to a child being considered chronically absent.

Is 20 too late to start school? ›

It Is Never Too Late To Improve Your Career And Education

The notion that the late 20s are too late for college is outdated.

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Is 30 too late to start school? ›

Going back to school in your 30s to earn a certificate or degree can seem daunting, but it's never too late to go back to school. Especially when you consider the opportunities a college degree or certificate can unlock.

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Is 27 too old for college? ›

It is never too late to go to college or benefit from the advantages of a postsecondary degree. Your age does not define your ability to pursue higher education. Whether you're 25, 30, 40, or older, you can still go to college.

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Is it weird to go to college at 25? ›

Not only is attending college at 25 very common, but it also has some great benefits that students may not have considered before. Explore some of them below!

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Is 40 too old to finish college? ›

Fortunately, for those who are interested in returning to school in their 40s, earning a bachelor's degree can be done even while still working full time. Whether you choose to take evening classes or enroll in hybrid courses that meet online and in-person, you can continue to thrive at your day job.

How many school days is bad to miss? ›

The research that links bad outcomes to missing school usually looks at students missing just 10% of school time. In Colorado, that would mean about two days a month, or about one day every other week. Over the course of the school year, that would add up to missing a whole month of school.

Why do some kids miss so much school? ›

If kids feel like they're not wanted at school, if they're constantly failing, or if they're fearful of their peers, they may try to get out of going to school. Likewise, if kids don't feel understood, or if they're bored by classes, or constantly being disciplined, they may start to resist going to school.

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What is an unexcused absence? ›

An unexcused absence is an absence that does not meet state or district guidelines. Unexcused absences also occur when the parent cannot produce any documentation that explains the absence or if the parent presents documentation that does not meet criteria for excused absences.

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What are the reasons for absence in school? ›

There are many reasons why students may need to be absent from school, including medical conditions, study abroad programs, a death in the family, and certain religious observances. Absences can last anywhere from a few days to a few weeks.