"JCPS Parents Express Frustration Over Lengthy Delays on First Day of Student Returns"

Parents of Jefferson County Public School (JCPS) students in Kentucky expressed frustration and anxiety as they waited for hours for their children to be dropped off on the first day of school. The district had shifted start times to address previous bus driver shortages, but some parents reported that the changes had made the situation worse. Delays in both pick-up and drop-off times were experienced, with some students not arriving home until late in the evening. Superintendent Marty Pollio acknowledged the issues and apologized, promising to make adjustments to improve transportation and ensure safe and timely rides for students.