Whenever you see a school bus on the road, you might wonder, “Why is the school bus yellow? Why not red, white, or any other color?” or “Why does the school bus look a bit different from the other buses?” You might be surprised that the yellow hue wasn’t always the standard. Would you also … Read more
PA school bus drivers work hard every day to ensure that the students on board get to school and back home safely. Driving in any city or community presents challenges to every school bus driver. The fact that there are numerous road hazards in driving – and that they’re still on the rise – is … Read more
More employers are offering part-time opportunities for people of different backgrounds – working students, stay-at-home parents, retirees, and people looking for extra jobs to supplement their income. Many job-seekers, however, overlook the perks of being a school bus driver. Do you like to drive, love working with people (especially children), and want a career with … Read more
Safety behind the wheel should be the top priority of every driver. But it hits somewhat differently for school bus drivers. The fact alone that school bus drivers have the primary task of transporting the students safely to and from school places a huge responsibility on their shoulders. Together with a greater number of challenges … Read more
Bullying is a fundamental problem in almost every school environment. There are chances that children are being bullied by their peers at school. It has become a growing concern for parents, teachers, and students. School buses, unfortunately, are one of the top places where bullying frequently occurs. Think about it: with fewer adults around and … Read more
Safety is one of the most crucial aspects of school transportation. School buses are specifically designed to transport students safely to and from school. In addition to the vehicle, the driver is part of school bus safety. It starts with hiring qualified drivers and providing them with the required orientation and training about traffic … Read more
Anyone can be a school bus driver, regardless of age, educational background, or previous occupation. But can military veterans be school bus drivers, as well? Driving a school bus is an occupation like no other. It’s more than driving a large vehicle full of young students. School bus drivers can double or triple their responsibilities … Read more
We’ve often thought about how school buses play a vital role in our country’s education system. Without these familiar yellow buses, most students won’t have a safe, comfortable, and reliable way to get to and from school. To date, school buses transport around 25 million students daily in the United States. But many people … Read more
Just as parents, teachers, and children prepare for a new school year – so do school bus drivers. Pennsylvania school bus drivers have been busy this summer going over their routes and double-checking their buses to ensure that there are no issues. During the summer months, school bus drivers also spend time completing classroom and … Read more
We have missed them during the summer, but the big yellow school buses are back on the roads! The role of PA school bus drivers is more than just transporting children to and from school. They also ensure the safety of all students as they get on and off the bus. Around 25 million students … Read more