School Bus
- Loudoun Schools Advance Bus Driver Hiring Through Bonuses and Partnerships
Loudoun County Public Schools outlines recruitment incentives, partner outreach, and job challenges for bus drivers at a Finance and Operations Committee meeting.
- David Reid House Bill 409 Clarifies School Bus Passing Rules on Divided Highways
In a rare display of unanimous agreement, the Virginia General Assembly has approved House Bill 409, clarifying traffic rules for passing stopped school buses on divided highways, access roads and certain driveways.
- Danica Roem Discusses Costs Associated with Public Records Requests
Senator Danica Roem has addressed the topic of fees charged by local governments for public records in Virginia. Her remarks focused on specific examples of high costs for obtaining documents and footage. These include four thousand eight hundred dollars for emails and eight thousand eight hundred dollars for a school bus video. The discussion highlights […]
- Fairfax County Adopts FY2027 Budget Amid Debates Over School Funding and Personnel Costs
Navigating a Complex Budgetary Landscape The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors recently adopted the fiscal year 2027 budget, navigating significant financial hurdles to fund essential services, public schools, and county staff. The finalized fiscal plan addresses a previously projected budgetary shortfall while implementing new revenue streams to offset homeowner tax burdens. County officials en
- Loudoun County Substitute Bus Drivers Address Expanded Roles at School Board Session
Substitute bus drivers in Loudoun County addressed the Loudoun County Public Schools board during a public comment period about changes in their work responsibilities. They reported that their roles have expanded significantly compared to the terms of their original contracts. This includes handling additional routes and varying schedules that were not initially specified. The drivers […]
- Prince William County Mother Raises Concerns at School Board Meeting Over Alleged Bus Incident
A mother in Prince William County addressed the school board during a recent meeting regarding an alleged incident involving her nine-year-old daughter. She stated that the child was grabbed and manhandled by a bus driver. The mother indicated that she had submitted video evidence and reports to transportation officials prior to the meeting. The presentation […]