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On the fourth Tuesday in April, it's time to celebrate School Bus Drivers' Day and recognize all of the hardworking and dedicated professionals who safely transport our children day in and day out. Established in 1981, this special day is a way to show appreciation for the drivers who make sure kids get to school safely and on time. The role of a bus driver is often overlooked, but without them our schools would not be able to function properly. So let's give thanks for these unsung heroes who dedicate their time and energy to getting our kids where they need to go!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1827</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>School Bus Concept Origin</div><div class='timeline-text'>George Shillibeer introduced the first 'school bus' in London, England—a horse-drawn omnibus for a Quaker school.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1914</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Motorized School Buses</div><div class='timeline-text'>Wayne Works, a U.S. company, manufactured 'kid hacks' or 'school trucks', early versions of school buses with motorized bodies.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1939</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>School Bus Standards</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first national standards for school buses, including color and safety features, were established in the U.S.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1981</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>School Bus Drivers' Day Establishment</div><div class='timeline-text'>School Bus Drivers' Day was established in the U.S. to honor and appreciate school bus drivers.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2007</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Improved Safety Measures</div><div class='timeline-text'>The American School Bus Council was formed to advocate for school bus safety and the importance of professional school bus drivers.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Write a thank you note</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the time to write a thank you note to your school bus driver. Let them know how much you appreciate their services, hard work, and dedication.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a surprise party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organize a surprise party for your school bus drivers. Invite all of the drivers in your area and plan some fun activities, like karaoke or a scavenger hunt, to celebrate them.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Offer free rides</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Offer free rides to your school bus drivers as a way of thanking them for their hard work. Make sure to explain why you are offering the free rides so they know it is in appreciation of their great service.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Present gifts</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Present each of your school bus drivers with a gift to show your appreciation for them. Consider giving them something useful, like a coffee mug or a gas card.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize an appreciation event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organize an appreciation event for your school bus drivers. Invite their families and friends to join in on the celebration and thank them for their hard work and dedication.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>School bus drivers provide a vital service</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>School bus drivers play an important role in getting children to and from school safely. They have the responsibility of ensuring that kids arrive on time and in one piece, which is no small feat! School bus drivers are essential to the functioning of our education system and we owe them a debt of gratitude.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>School bus drivers foster positive relationships with kids</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>School bus drivers spend a lot of time with their passengers throughout the course of a year, so they can build strong relationships with students. They get to know each child's individual personality type and can offer friendly advice or emotional support when needed. This makes them an invaluable part of many kid's lives.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>School bus drivers undertake extensive training</h3><p class='facts-content'>Becoming a school bus driver involves rigorous training and passing written and road tests to acquire a commercial driver's license with a school bus endorsement. This level of commitment shows their dedication to student safety.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Bus drivers often work unconventional hours</h3><p class='facts-content'>The most demanding parts of a school bus driver's day are typically early morning and late afternoon. They start their day before sunrise and end in time for dinner, working around the schedules of schoolchildren.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>School Bus Drivers supervise up to 72 students while driving</h3><p class='facts-content'>A standard-sized school bus can seat up to 72 younger students. This means school bus drivers are responsible for the safety of many students while maneuvering a large vehicle, proving their multitasking prowess.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Transporting students can reduce CO2 emissions</h3><p class='facts-content'>By shuttling multiple students, school buses help limit the number of cars on the road during school runs, reducing CO2 emissions and contributing to a cleaner environment.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>School bus drivers sometimes act as first responders</h3><p class='facts-content'>In emergency situations, school bus drivers are trained to act as first responders till professional help arrives, thereby ensuring immediate assistance to students when required.</p></div></div>
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