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Objective

To further the interest and objectives of its members through the Indiana State Legislature. To provide services designed to meet the needs of its members. The Association was organized in Hamilton County on December 29, 1937.

10 Things School Bus Drivers Wish Parents Would Teach Their Children:

  1. No loud talking / screaming on the bus.
  2. Stay seated until the bus comes to a full stop.
  3. Keep your hands to yourself. No horseplay.
  4. No eating on the bus.
  5. Be on time for your bus stop.
  6. Cross in front of the bus.
  7. Do not stand in the aisles.
  8. Pay attention when loading/unloading the bus.
  9. Communicate with the driver.
  10. Be responsible. Follow the driver's directions.

 

2024 Scholarship Recipients

Teagan Oldfather

The Indiana State School Bus Drivers Association has selected Jaiden Hinkle of LaOtto, Indiana and Teagan Oldfather of Mishawaka, Indiana as the 2024 scholarship recipients.

Teagan Oldfather will graduate from Penn High School. She will also receive a Core 40 with Academic Honors diploma . Teagan has participated in Cross Country and was a wrestling manager. She has also done community service for Penn Park concession stand and was a First grade helper at Elm Road Elementary School. She is a member of National Honor Society and received a certificate of Achievement from the Penn Freshman Mentor program. Teagan is the daughter of Steve & Jodi Oldfather and granddaughter of association member Julia Goon. Teagan’s future plans are to attend Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, Arizona and begin working on a career in the medical field.

Jaiden Hinkle

Jaiden Hinkle will graduate from Garret High School, Garrett, Indiana. She has received awards for High Honor Roll, English 11 & 12, Spell Team and the Tri Kappa Academic Award. Jaiden has participated in the Environmental Club, High School Play, Concert Choir, Academic Team, Key Club and Show Choir. She has done community service by assisting with cleaning a local cemetery, DeKalb County Humane Shelter and worked for the local Kiwanis Club and was a founding member of the Educators Rising at Garrett High School chapter. Jaiden is the daughter of Dustin & Nikki Carr and granddaughter of association member Tammy Karr. Jaiden’s future plans are to attend Ball State University , Muncie, Indiana and become a teacher.

The Indiana State School Bus Drivers Association would like to congratulate Teagan Oldfather and Jaiden Hinkle.