School Bus Driver

School Bus Driver

The Bus Driver

15 Years Experience

South, ..

Female, 37

I have been a bus driver since late 2006. I know the inside story, the scoop, the down low dirt of what it takes to be a bus driver, how to handle kids and adults, and how to survive on the "streets" so to speak. I used to have a blog, feel free to browse it or ask me a question here.

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Last Answer on February 07, 2021

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Why do districts provide transportation if their not required to? I feel like while it’s a convenience it’s more money, a lot more time, and more energy when you could just make it to where it’s the responsibility of the family and the student. some districts I think do

Asked by The only way better is the fact over 5 years ago

Because some kids would never come to school if transportation wasn't provided. Some parents just do not care about their kids education or can't be bothered to make sure they go to school.

What do you think of these lights? https://youtu.be/YEmFb-rbZUU

Asked by Cc over 5 years ago

I would love to see these standard on all buses. I would also love to see more lights to flash even more to help a driver see the bus in question.

Why do people think these forms are chat rooms?

Asked by Donaldsoneeson over 5 years ago

I don't know?

Why do kids and teens disrespect younger drivers more then older ones? Our new driver graduated a year or two ago and they are extremely disrespectful. Way more then they where to previous drivers? What do they think gives them the right?

Asked by Hsbsbbsbs over 5 years ago

Mostly because when you're a younger driver you are more of an age peer than an authority figure. They figure it out real quick when you write them up for their bullshit.

Someone was standing on my bus and the bus driver brake checked him and he went flying on the floor

Asked by Blake over 5 years ago

Report the driver to the district. Also don't stand on the bus.

Do you like country music?

Asked by Jack over 5 years ago

Yes.

Do you need a CDL to drive a mini bus?

Asked by Joel over 5 years ago

It's always best to have a cdl class b to drive any commercial vehicle but it depends on the company's requirements.