Dedicated school bus drivers keep community rolling; shortages of drivers can cause strain on school system

Luis Medina PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KUNA ) – The Palm Springs Unified School District is currently facing a shortage of nine bus drivers, an issue that has persisted since before the pandemic. With over 4,500 students eligible for bus transportation, this shortage is a significant concern. To address the issue, the district is taking action by hosting a hiring fair. In addition to the hiring event, the district has partnered with Zum for a five-ye…

Skipped stops, late busses cause problems for CMSD parent

Jon England’s frustration with the Cleveland Metropolitan Schools District (CMSD) bussing department began on the first day of this school year when the bus skipped past his daughter’s stop. He didn’t receive any notice that the bus wasn’t coming, he said, and his calls to the district’s transportation services went unanswered. Two days later, an employee sent him a message saying that, if a bus doesn’t show up, it’s up to a child’s parents to g…

Dedicated school bus drivers keep community rolling; shortages of drivers can cause strain on school system

GRANGEVILLE — With a honk and a wave, school bus drivers across Idaho County begin their routes each morning—often before sunrise. But as demand grows, schools are facing a critical shortage of these essential drivers.