completed with the district’s bus camera system to ensure safer rides, better visibility and peace of mind for families and staff, Wallace said. Child detection systems also are on the radar. “Looking ahead, we remain focused on smart, scalable solutions, like child-presence sensors and enhanced training pro- tocols that reinforce the human care at the heart of our work,” said Wallace. “Recent improvements in our trans- portation system reflect more than operational progres. They embody our unwavering commitment to access and compassionate care for every child we serve.” That includes ESB infrastructure upgrades, which Wal-
lace credits for charging the fleet faster, enabling buses to roll out quicker. By early 2026, the district expects to onboard 45 additional electric buses and five propane buses, bringing its fleet totals to 65 electric and 43 propane vehicles.
“This bold investment underscores our dedication to sustainability and modernization,” said Wallace. “We’ve also completed a successful stop-arm enforcement pilot, with promising early results that strengthen student safety and driver accountability. In parallel, we’re en-
hancing our bus camera systems, both inside and out, to improve visibility, ensure safer rides and offer peace of mind to families and staff. “Our goal is to continually enhance operations and
adopt technologies that ensure smooth, reliable ser- vice,” Wallace continued. “We are already reducing our environmental impact by integrating electric and propane-powered vehicles into our fleet, an important step toward a more sustainable and forward-thinking transportation system.” Wallace added the district is committed to proven
platforms offering durability and long-term value and continues to invest in tools improving transparency, communication and operational efficiency. The district is working to mitigate budgetary and
logistical hurdles in securing the technology by prior- itizing investments that deliver the greatest impact on safety and efficiency, phase in new systems with pilot programs to validate ROI before a district-wide roll-out, and leverage state and federal grants dedicated to clean fuel and student-safety initiatives, Wallace said. She noted the district seeks to partner with vendors
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