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Board told Franklin County is seven bus drivers short; district exploring hybrid positions and audits
Franklin County Public Schools Board · September 8, 2025
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Summary
Superintendent and staff told the board the division is short seven drivers, causing canceled or delayed routes, and outlined possible measures including hybrid positions, consultant audits, staggered start times and temporary contracting to stabilize transportation.
Franklin County Public Schools officials told the board the district currently lacks roughly seven bus drivers, producing cancelled routes and last-mile service disruptions, and said they are exploring a mix of short- and long-term responses.
Dr. Sears described the problem as acute: "We…
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