The California Association of School Transportation Officials, better known as CASTO, was founded in 1968 to promote safe pupil transportation for all California children. We are dedicated to the safety of all children through education and training in every avenue of transportation. CASTO is recognized by State and Federal agencies and other professional organizations as the leader of school transportation safety in California.
The mission of CASTO is to provide leadership and educational opportunities to the passenger transportation community, that results in the safest, most cost effective transportation through professional development, public awareness, legislative, and regulatory advocacy.
CASTO exists for several reasons: