February 13, 2023
Dear Kenston Families,
For the past several years, Kenston has been making you aware of the ongoing shortage of bus drivers. Staffing continues to be a challenge that schools face locally and nationally. To date, we have continued our daily transportation with minimal disruption by combining routes and adjusting pick-up and drop-off times.
Recently, we have had to notify parents with an early morning call of the necessity for them to transport their children to and from school. Unfortunately, this is no longer just a possibility but has become a reality. Please be aware that this may impact your family.
We will give you as much notice as we can. Changes or updates will be communicated only to those directly impacted via an automated call and text messaging, similar to a Snow/Calamity Day communication, with as much notice as possible.
Please create a plan. I encourage you to develop carpool arrangements with family, friends, and neighbors should the need arise for individuals to be asked to provide transportation.
Should it become necessary to ask for your assistance in transporting your children to school, the school buildings will open earlier to receive students and assist families.
Timmons Elementary School doors will be opened at 8am.
Kenston Intermediate School doors will be opened at 8am.
Kenston Middle School doors will be opened at 7am.
Kenston High School doors will be opened at 7am.
Typically, the doors open at: high school at 7:10am, middle school at 7:15am, Kenston Intermediate School at 8:25am, and Timmons Elementary School at 8:35am.
We understand the inconvenience this creates for our families and appreciate your partnership as we address this challenge. If you or anyone you know is interested in becoming a Substitute Transportation Aide or Bus/Van Driver, please go to Kenston’s website and search Employment Opportunities or contact our Transportation Department at (440) 543-9567. The district provides free training for all positions, including Class B Commercial Driver Licenses (CDL). Stay tuned for additional information regarding the upcoming Kenston Career Open House on Monday, March 6.
I appreciate your patience as we work to provide for everyone’s transportation needs. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact the Transportation Department; they will be happy to assist you.
Sincerely,
Steven A. Sayers
Superintendent