METRO offers discounted rides for students returning to classroom

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Not only does METRO help riders get to work, it also helps thousands of students get to school.

METRO offers a discount fare card for students in kindergarten through 12th grade, as well as those in college. This gives students the ability to ride any METRO service for about 50 percent off the regular fare.

Students and parents can learn more about how to apply for a student METRO Q Fare Card by visiting the METRO website.