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Hamblen County reports bus collision before morning pickup; no injuries reported
Summary
District leaders told the board a bus collision occurred on 25E before the first student was picked up; no students were injured and counseling was provided to those affected.
During the director’s report, district leadership described a bus collision on Highway 25E that occurred before students boarded; the driver had not yet picked up students when the vehicle was struck. District staff examined the bus, reported no injuries among students, and provided counseling for students who were waiting nearby.
The director described the incident as "truly a miracle" given the potential for a far worse outcome and said several students received immediate support at Meadowview. The board thanked drivers and staff for their response and noted the district viewed the outcome as fortunate.
No formal safety policy change was announced at the meeting; the director said transportation staff and counselors engaged with students after the incident. Board members indicated appreciation for the bus drivers involved by name during member comments.
The district did not provide additional operational changes or scheduled safety audits during the meeting. The incident and the district's response were presented during the director’s report.
