GCPS School Bus Road-e-o Showcases Skill, Safety, and Teamwork

     The 2025 GCPS School Bus Road-e-o event, held on Friday, October 17th, at the Suwanee Safety and Training Center, was a high-energy competition that showcased some of the district’s most talented drivers and monitors. This year’s event included a rigorous obstacle course where drivers had the opportunity to demonstrate their skills in a variety of challenging scenarios. From precision parking to navigating tight spaces and real-world simulations, participants put their abilities to the test all while reinforcing their commitment to safe driving and transportation rules and regulations. In addition to being a fun and exciting day, GCPS’s annual Road-e-o event serves as a reminder of the district’s dedication to safety and the ongoing professional development of its transportation team.

     The winners of this year’s event were, in the Special Needs category, Lisa Dekranes and Deborah Goldner of Zone 080 taking first place, and second place going to Ashley Bryan-Ford and Karolyna Price from Zone 080. In the Regular Education category, Victoria Gunn of Zone 06G secured first place, while second place was awarded to Daniel Brant of Zone 079.

     The winners from each of GCPS’s zones will have the opportunity to represent the district at the state-level School Bus Road-e-o, where they will compete against the best drivers from across Georgia.