In Rankin County, Miss. Josh and Macy Bassett’s 6-year-old son was left on a school bus for five hours after falling asleep. He was discovered by a coach who happened to check the bus before a baseball game. The Bassetts, although relieved that their son was found safe, are fearful but have no choice but to continue using the bus due to their work commitments. The school district has implemented new procedures, requiring bus drivers to check in with supervisors after each route to ensure no child is left behind. The Bassetts urge other parents to teach their children to honk the horn if stranded on a bus and to stay informed about school safety policies.
Parents express outrage after their child was left on school bus for 5 hours
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