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education2 years ago

JCPS Bus Driver Shortage Causes Concerns and Delays for Parents

Dozens of bus drivers from Jefferson County Public School called out on Friday, causing transportation delays. 92 drivers called out, compared to the normal average of 50. However, all students were dropped off by 7:18 p.m., with most dropped off by 6:40 p.m. JCPS Chief of Communications and Community Relations, Carolyn Callahan, provided perspective on previous Fridays' drop-off times.

education2 years ago

JCPS Bus Driver Shortage Prompts Call for Federal Assistance and Parent Involvement

Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) in Kentucky reported that all bus riders were dropped off at their stops by 7:13 p.m. on Tuesday, marking an improvement from previous transportation issues that caused delays of up to 9:58 p.m. JCPS had canceled classes for a week due to these problems, but students have now returned to school. The district has implemented a new "Return to School" website to assist parents and is seeking forgiveness for missed days to avoid extending the school year.