As the upcoming school year approaches, parents and students are eagerly awaiting details about school bus routes and schedules.
Janice White, General Manager of Huron Perth Student Transportation Services, says that routes are meticulously crafted to optimize travel time for students,
Huron Perth Student Transportation Services coordinates bussing for both the Avon Maitland District School Board and the Huron Perth Catholic District School Board.
They’re also working to make their routes as efficient as possible by consolidating routes, adjusting bell times, and adjusting driver schedules to make sure that every child gets to school on time.
Addressing the ongoing driver shortage that has affected the industry, White says that they’re cautiously optimistic that this year will be better than last year,
White had a special suggestion for parents of kindergarten children that are starting school for the first time,
You can stay connected through their online portal – register using your school-associated email, to access up to date information about routes and schedules. They’re still working on those schedules, so check Labour Day weekend to make sure that no changes have been made to your route.
The team at Huron Perth Student Transportation Services is working diligently to ensure a smoother ride for students, employing innovative strategies like route consolidation and adjusted bell times to tackle challenges head-on.
To check your student’s bus schedule for this year, head to ourschoolbuses.ca
Written by: B. Shakyaver