If a situation arises that compromises that safety, the driver should notify the school or take action—such as pulling over—just as they would during a medical emergency.
In this case, the driver appeared to remain focused only on driving. As a young child in clear distress sat directly behind them, her reactions went unnoticed.
The repeated incidents left her with visible bruises, which represent only a small part of the pain and fear she likely experienced.
Adding a second adult to school transportation may seem costly to taxpayers, but so is a potential lawsuit when preventable harm occurs. If such an incident can happen without anyone stepping in,
It raises difficult but necessary questions about oversight and accountability. What would you expect if it were your child—and how much is their safety worth?