4R eliminates all in-town bus routes

Shortage of bus drivers cited as reason for change

The Aurora 4R School District has eliminated a in-town bus routes
The Aurora 4R School District has eliminated a in-town bus routes

A shortage of bus drivers prompted Aurora school officials to cancel all remaining in-town bus routes for the 2024-25 school year, which begins Aug. 15-16. In a letter emailed to all district patrons Thursday, Supt. Jody Phillips explained the decision, noting that in-town bus routes have been eliminated “for the foreseeable future.” “Throughout the summer, we have lost a few bus drivers to retire…