Nationwide School Bus Service Issues Emerge

Schools across the U.S. are facing significant challenges with bus transportation, from driver shortages to delayed and canceled routes. In Massachusetts, the diversion of bus services to migrants has left 150 local students without transportation, causing public outcry. Efforts to fill driver vacancies have seen mixed results, with some areas like Lenoir County, North Carolina, successfully boosting recruitment, while others like Durham and District 161 face severe issues. West Michigan districts have reported improvements in staffing, highlighting diverse regional challenges and responses. The broader landscape reveals a mix of progress and ongoing struggles in addressing school transportation needs.