Bus Driver Shortage Hits Richmond Schools | Augusta Georgia News

Richmond County’s school buses are running late — and parents are frustrated — as the district scrambles to fill critical driver roles before the new school year. With staffing shortages hitting routes and causing delays, especially in bad weather, officials are holding a walk-in hiring event this Wednesday to bring in new drivers and support staff. While vacancies have dipped since summer, the district is urging applicants to arrive early and bring multiple resumes — because every minute on the bus is a minute lost from the classroom. Parents are watching closely as the district works to keep kids safe and on schedule. 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/07446304a208085d