Driving a school bus is more demanding than driving an automobile or even a large truck.
Extraordinary training is necessary to protect student riders and the general public.
State law requires a minimum of 20 hours of instruction, while the U.S. government recommends 40 hours. This course has helped Texas school districts to offer unprecedented, intensive instructor training. TEA School Transportation Operation Reports, 1995-96. Peer districts selected by SISD Transportation Department. Peer districts selected by SISD Transportation Department.