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 not all buses have yellow warning lights only the reds? So it’s harder to know when the bus is approaching a stop Especially in rural areas.

Asked by Mile almost 7 years ago

It depends on the manufacturer and state regulations as to what is required to be on a bus.

Is Cummins the best engine?

Asked by Nsnsbs almost 7 years ago

I'm not really sure to be honest. That would be a question for a mechanic.

Thank you for answering my question. What is the best way to respond to complaints like that? Do parents get angry when you tell them there is nothing you can do and to bring it up with a supervisor?

Asked by Lynn about 7 years ago

You're welcome, generally if it's a bullying issue I tend to take a more proactive approach but have both the victim and the bully sit closer to me so I can hear what is being said. For other complaints, I take on a case by case basis and either try to work a solution or refer them to my supervisor if they are being petty.

I think it may have something to do with the school board though they think they need to get new everything. I think the buses where about 20 years of age. Their down a few buses as well because some did not get replacements.

Asked by Kelly almost 7 years ago

School boards don't like to spend money if they don't have to. One of the first things to go out of a budget is transportation funds.

What make and model bus are you currently driving? Do you like the bus or is it some old crappy clunker

Asked by T-More over 7 years ago

2016 bluebird vision with an air conditioner retrofitted.

Do you do field trips much?

Asked by 123 like a bird I seen almost 7 years ago

Yes. I do. Mostly Friday, Saturday, and Sunday though I will pick up the occasional trip other days.

Do you think getting buses like this is a waste of money or a good investment?











https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/blogpost/sbfblog/725743/why-we-equipped-a-school-bus-with-motorcoach-https://


https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/article/722579/oregon-district-shuns-motorcoaches-runs-yellow-charters


https://www.schoolbusfleet.com/article/735776/schools-emerge-as-profitable-market-for-luxury-buses

Asked by Interviewer almost 7 years ago

It depends on a district's needs and financial situation. Not every district can afford charter buses (or in this case yellow buses outfitted to be charter buses). Most of the time saving athletic trips or the very rare reward trips, those buses would sit on the yard unused. Then there is the fairness issue. How do we decide which teams or groups get priority over others during the busy season. Instead i would rather see money being spent on newer buses in the fleet to benefit ALL students not just those that do extracurricular activities. Many buses are still not equipped with air conditioning (even in the south) which makes for very hard conditions for drivers and students every day. Why spend money on an extra dvd system when you can get two buses for the price of one charter bus.