Approximately 50 school bus drivers from across Central Alberta will put their skills to the test this Saturday, during the annual Local School Bus Road-eo, which will be held at St. Joseph High School.
Competitors from Red Deer Catholic Regional Schools, Chinook’s Edge School Division, Wolf Creek Public Schools and Prairie Bus Lines will be put through their paces while navigating an obstacle course designed to test the skills it takes to be a successful school bus driver.
Throughout the day, drivers will participate in a day of friendly competition, skillful driving, and community spirit at St. Joseph High School.
During the road-eo, drivers will engage in a variety of skill-testing events, including the railroad crossing, diminishing clearance, back-up stall, and offset alley.
"The annual School Bus Road-eo is a fantastic event that allows our dedicated drivers to demonstrate their expertise and commitment to ensuring the safe transportation of students. We are excited to host it at St. Joseph High School this year and look forward to a day of spirited competition and camaraderie," said Kelli Pickett, assistant transportation manager.
Winners from the Local School Bus Road-eo will advance to the Provincial School Bus Road-eo, which is scheduled for June 7 in Nisku.
With information from Red Deer Catholic Regional Schools.
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