February Knox County Schools Bus Driver Safety Awards

Wednesday, February 22nd the Knox County Schools Bus Driver Safety Awards were held at Ted Russell Ford, 8551 Kingston Pike.

Did you know...
1. There are approximately 375 Knox County School bus drivers
2. They drive 20,000 miles A DAY! That's like driving from Knoxville to Los Angeles and then BACK to Knoxville - FIVE TIMES...in ONE day. And all in rush hour.
3. There are a lot of drivers that do it right each and every day.

These drivers have been graded with high standards by the Knox County School system, the contractors, the Sheriff's Department and by school staff.

   The crowd gathers for the awards.

  The Knox County School Bus driver Safety Awards begin at Ted Russell Ford on Kingston Pike begin.

Commissioner Thomas addresses the crowd.

Knox County Schools Interim Superintendent Buzz Thomas and Commissioner Thomas greeting the honorees.

Interim Superintendent Thomas addresses the crowd.

Ted Russell owner Andy White addresses the crowd.

(From left to right) Driver "Junior" Cox, Ted Russell owner Andy White, driver Kathy Evans, driver Jennifer Hayes, driver Karla Mikels, driver Yvonne Tomlin, Knox County Interim Superintendent Buzz Thomas, WIVIK the Frog, Knox County Commissioner Bob Thomas

The drivers that were honored this month are:
1. Colonel "Junior" Cox, drives for Carter
2. Kathy Evans, drives for Carter
3. Jennifer Hayes, drives for Beumont Elementary
4. Karla Mikels, drives for Gap Creek & Doyle MS
5. Yvonne Tomlin, drives for Cedar Bluff


The awards are sponsored by Ted Russell Ford and WIVK 107.7. They each received a Certificate of Appreciation from the Knox County Schools, a $100 check from Andy White the owner of Ted Russell Ford and a prize package from WIVK. Congratulations drivers and job well done!

There are many great school bus drivers in Knox County and this is one small way we can show them our appreciation. If you have any questions please contact Commissioner Bob Thomas.

Should you or any Knox County resident need assistance from Knox County government, please contact me at:
Bob.Thomas@KnoxCounty.org or 865-309-4364
Seat 10 At-Large Commissioner of Knox County Commission
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