Preschool busing resumes; parent input key to decision

School board members approved $138,500 transfer of funds from the General Fund to the Transportation Vehicle Fund to purchase a new school bus outfitted with special seats and seat belts for preschool-aged children.

Busing services will resume this school year following a three year hiatus put in place due to the federal sequestration which caused the program to cut $65,000. Former Preschool Director Kerri Coffman said after careful consideration and with input from parents and staff, it was determined three years ago to cut busing rather than staff or services to children. The federal sequestration dollars have since returned to the program. Parents have been requesting bus service.

This year the district will operate two school buses to serve in the morning, mid-day and afternoon routes in support of approximately 74 students’ transportation needs, thus limiting access barriers.