As school districts and safety leaders are in the midst of back-to-school season, there are new considerations to ensure that all students and transportation departments are well equipped for this school year. With the new COVID-19 Delta variant inciting a nationwide surge amongst children and an overall shortage of bus drivers, school district and safety leaders are responsible for far more than following the usual routes. Traditional school buses are undergoing technological advancements to keep passengers protected; however, security precautions of student data must be prioritized when managing these renovated connected vehicles.
Here are the top technology advancements being implemented in school transportation departments to keep students safe on their ride to and from school.