Love the Bus Month was created in 2007 by the American School Bus Council, the latter being dissolved last year. However, the National Association of Pupil Transportation (NAPT) acquired the sole rights to Love the Bus and it continues to be recognized by districts and companies across the nation.
School districts and transportation departments recognized the contributions and dedication of their transportation staff with parties, gifts, food and more. Browse some of these celebrations and activities, below.
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Olga Vazquez, transportation specialist at Orange County Public Schools in Florida said her district "celebrates its drivers, monitors, fleet and office staff Love the Bus Month with special events such as Love the Bus luncheons to show our appreciation to our employees."
Olga Vazquez, transportation specialist at Orange County Public Schools in Florida said her district "celebrates its drivers, monitors, fleet and office staff Love the Bus Month with special events such as Love the Bus luncheons to show our appreciation to our employees."
Olga Vazquez, transportation specialist at Orange County Public Schools in Florida said her district "celebrates its drivers, monitors, fleet and office staff Love the Bus Month with special events such as Love the Bus luncheons to show our appreciation to our employees."

Olga Vazquez, transportation specialist at Orange County Public Schools in Florida said her district "celebrates its drivers, monitors, fleet and office staff Love the Bus Month with special events such as Love the Bus luncheons to show our appreciation to our employees."

Olga Vazquez, transportation specialist at Orange County Public Schools in Florida said her district "celebrates its drivers, monitors, fleet and office staff Love the Bus Month with special events such as Love the Bus luncheons to show our appreciation to our employees."

Olga Vazquez, transportation specialist at Orange County Public Schools in Florida said her district "celebrates its drivers, monitors, fleet and office staff Love the Bus Month with special events such as Love the Bus luncheons to show our appreciation to our employees."

Olga Vazquez, transportation specialist at Orange County Public Schools in Florida said her district "celebrates its drivers, monitors, fleet and office staff Love the Bus Month with special events such as Love the Bus luncheons to show our appreciation to our employees."
Olga Vazquez, transportation specialist at Orange County Public Schools in Florida said her district "celebrates its drivers, monitors, fleet and office staff Love the Bus Month with special events such as Love the Bus luncheons to show our appreciation to our employees."
Olga Vazquez, transportation specialist at Orange County Public Schools in Florida said her district "celebrates its drivers, monitors, fleet and office staff Love the Bus Month with special events such as Love the Bus luncheons to show our appreciation to our employees."

Olga Vazquez, transportation specialist at Orange County Public Schools in Florida said her district "celebrates its drivers, monitors, fleet and office staff Love the Bus Month with special events such as Love the Bus luncheons to show our appreciation to our employees."

Olga Vazquez, transportation specialist at Orange County Public Schools in Florida said her district "celebrates its drivers, monitors, fleet and office staff Love the Bus Month with special events such as Love the Bus luncheons to show our appreciation to our employees."

Lisa Barnhouse, transportation director
Pleasanton Independent School District in Texas shared this photo of her team

Heidi Beecher, director of transportation at Canisteo Greenwood Transportation Department in New York praised her department saying "Not only are they professional but they hold children's safety and their wellbeing in the highest standard possible."

Heidi Beecher, director of transportation at Canisteo Greenwood Transportation Department in New York praised her department saying "Not only are they professional but they hold children's safety and their wellbeing in the highest standard possible."

Heidi Beecher, director of transportation at Canisteo Greenwood Transportation Department in New York praised her department saying "Not only are they professional but they hold children's safety and their wellbeing in the highest standard possible."

Greg Thoen, a school bus driver for Koch Bus Services in Minnesota shared these images showing his love for the yellow bus

Greg Thoen, a school bus driver for Koch Bus Services in Minnesota shared these images
Greg Thoen, a school bus driver for Koch Bus Services in Minnesota shared these images 
Greg Thoen, a school bus driver for Koch Bus Services in Minnesota shared these images
Greg Thoen, a school bus driver for Koch Bus Services in Minnesota shared these images 
Durham School Services team members Rachel Suchan, driver, and “Big-Dave” Buckholz, bus assistant, were presented with the Love the Bus Award by the Idaho Department of Education
Durham School Services team members Rachel Suchan, driver, and “Big-Dave” Buckholz, bus assistant, were presented with the Love the Bus Award by the Idaho Department of Education
Rachael Pelletier, assistant transportation director at Maine School Administrative District 60 said her district celebrated transportation staff with custom keychains, trivia, coffee and donuts.

Rachael Pelletier, assistant transportation director at Maine School Administrative District 60 said her district celebrated transportation staff with custom keychains, trivia, coffee and donuts.

Rachael Pelletier, assistant transportation director at Maine School Administrative District 60 said her district celebrated transportation staff with custom keychains, trivia, coffee and donuts.

Rachael Pelletier, assistant transportation director at Maine School Administrative District 60 said her district celebrated transportation staff with custom keychains, trivia, coffee and donuts.

DMJ Transportation recognized one of their drivers, Denise Fontanazza at the Mt Pleasant School district, for going above and beyond for her elementary students.

DMJ Transportation recognized one of their drivers, Denise Fontanazza at the Mt Pleasant School district, for going above and beyond for her elementary students.

Broken Arrow Public Schools in Oklahoma shared these photos of the Rhoades Kindness Club making banners for their bus drivers

Broken Arrow Public Schools in Oklahoma shared these photos of the Rhoades Kindness Club making banners for their bus drivers

Broken Arrow Public Schools in Oklahoma shared these photos of the Rhoades Kindness Club making banners for their bus drivers

The Pennsylvania School Bus Association celebrated Love the Bus Month with members of the Pennsylvania Dept. of Transportation and state Senator Wayne Langerholc

The Pennsylvania School Bus Association celebrated the 2024 Love the Bus Month with members of the Pennsylvania Departmet of Transportation and state Sen. Wayne Langerholc.
The Pennsylvania School Bus Association celebrated the 2024 Love the Bus Month with members of the Pennsylvania Departmet of Transportation and state Sen. Wayne Langerholc.
The Pennsylvania School Bus Association celebrated Love the Bus Month with members of the Pennsylvania Dept. of Transportation and state Senator Wayne Langerholc

Temple Independent School District in Texas brought Whataburger for the transportation staff to show their appreciation

Temple Independent School District in Texas brought Whataburger for the transportation staff to show their appreciation

Sheridan Elementary School, part of Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District in Texas, celebrated their bus drivers with goodie bags

Sheridan Elementary School, part of Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District in Texas, celebrated their bus drivers with goodie bags

Sheridan Elementary School, part of Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District in Texas, celebrated their bus drivers with goodie bags

Sheridan Elementary School, part of Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District in Texas, celebrated their bus drivers with goodie bags

Teri Mapengo, director of transportation at Prosper Independent School District in Texas said her district celebrated each day of Love the Bus Month with a different theme and treats to "to show appreciation to all those that work amazing professionals in this industry!"

Teri Mapengo, director of transportation at Prosper Independent School District in Texas said her district celebrated each day of Love the Bus Month with a different theme and treats to "to show appreciation to all those that work amazing professionals in this industry!"

Teri Mapengo, director of transportation at Prosper Independent School District in Texas said her district celebrated each day of Love the Bus Month with a different theme and treats to "to show appreciation to all those that work amazing professionals in this industry!"

Teri Mapengo, director of transportation at Prosper Independent School District in Texas said her district celebrated each day of Love the Bus Month with a different theme and treats to "to show appreciation to all those that work amazing professionals in this industry!"

Teri Mapengo, director of transportation at Prosper Independent School District in Texas said her district celebrated each day of Love the Bus Month with a different theme and treats to "to show appreciation to all those that work amazing professionals in this industry!"

Teri Mapengo, director of transportation at Prosper Independent School District in Texas said her district celebrated each day of Love the Bus Month with a different theme and treats to "to show appreciation to all those that work amazing professionals in this industry!"

Teri Mapengo, director of transportation at Prosper Independent School District in Texas said her district celebrated each day of Love the Bus Month with a different theme and treats to "to show appreciation to all those that work amazing professionals in this industry!"

Teri Mapengo, director of transportation at Prosper Independent School District in Texas said her district celebrated each day of Love the Bus Month with a different theme and treats to "to show appreciation to all those that work amazing professionals in this industry!"

Teri Mapengo, director of transportation at Prosper Independent School District in Texas said her district celebrated each day of Love the Bus Month with a different theme and treats to "to show appreciation to all those that work amazing professionals in this industry!"

Becky Laughman at E & B Transportation shared these photos of mini buses filled with goodies and a staff luncheon

Becky Laughman at E & B Transportation shared these photos of mini buses filled with goodies and a staff luncheon

Becky Laughman at E & B Transportation shared these photos of mini buses filled with goodies and a staff luncheon

Becky Laughman at E & B Transportation shared these photos of mini buses filled with goodies and a staff luncheon
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