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.
I had a fight where I had to call the cops to take the kids off the bus.
Even in this crisis we still have a driver shortage.
Unfortunately most bus routes are set in such a way to accommodate the majority of students. Don't like the time the bus comes? Find another ride to school. We live in a "me first" society and parents need to understand that they are not the center of the universe. That being said, I do attempt to accommodate on a case by case basis if its feasible and will not disrupt the route as a whole.
Eh, not really. Most anyone who listens to a cb radio feed can figure out where the cops are stationed.
Radio program/music director
What's your take on the whole Don Imus racism scandal?
Navy Officer (Former)
Do you think there's a chance the US reinstates the draft?
School Teacher
Are teachers underpaid?
Yes, some routes take upwards of 2 hours. Earliest stop I've heard is around 5:45 am. Though depending on the location of the children it can be slightly earlier to be able to get them and others to school by 7:15 am.
Rode, yes. Driven, no.
There aren't really good stories as good moments. Sometimes I'll have a kid who turns around and gives a hug to me randomly or just decides that they're gonna behave or any number of things really.
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