Bus Driver Shortage Hits OC Schools | Orlando News

Orange County Public Schools is in a bus driver crisis, scrambling to fill 50 open slots while insiders warn the real shortage is far worse—some routes now carry over 180 students instead of the intended 77. To cope, the district’s bringing back retirees and overworking current drivers, pushing high schoolers ahead of younger kids and stretching schedules thin. Drivers like Wanda Wright say low pay—lower than neighboring counties—is the core problem, and without a major raise, the fix won’t stick. With state lawmakers like Congressman Darren Soto calling for action, parents are being told to brace for delays as the district races to solve this growing logistical nightmare. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f72f64f0c60648a5