A driver at Beaverton School District in Oregon, checks the wheelchair lift as part of his pre-check. The district has chosen not to include vans in its transportation fleet.


“As we explore future transportation strategies, the


incorporation of MPVs may become a valuable consider- ation, especially if regulations evolve to support diverse transportation options,” said Quanika Dukes-Spruill, executive director of transportation services. Current state law limits driver eligibility to qualified


school personnel as designated by the board of edu- cation. But Dukes-Spruill said she is hopeful eligibility will be expanded to allow verified school transporta- tion contractors to hold school bus endorsements. The proposed change would facilitate the transportation of students in smaller vehicles (up to nine passengers, ex-


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