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Wake County details bus driver recruitment, staffing goals and summer openings for four new schools
Summary
District staff reported ongoing recruitment and a target of 630 regular bus drivers by August to maintain current service levels; staff also gave timelines for four new schools opening this summer, including expected certificates of occupancy and staff move‑in dates.
Wake County Schools staff told the board on June 18 that the district is actively recruiting bus drivers and expects to report in August on retention measures the board previously approved, while also briefing the board on staffing and move‑in timelines for four new schools opening this summer.
On transportation, district staff said about 20 candidates currently are in various stages of training and permit acquisition and that, overall, the district employed 612 bus drivers “as of today.” Staff reiterated a previously stated goal of reaching 630 drivers by the…
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