A school bus driver has been charged after a 5-year-old child was dragged a short distance when the backpack became caught in the door.
The news of the school bus driver dragging a 5-year-old child on her afternoon route has left me reeling - it's hard to believe that our buses can be so treacherous.
The Driver's Actions
- Van Dayne was driving the bus when several children got off at a residence, and as the last child exited, the backpack became caught in the door.
- The bus moved forward and dragged the child before stopping.
Bus Driver Charged After Dragging Child Sparks Outrage Locally
The Clinton Central School District has come under scrutiny for its handling of this incident. While they've assured families that their support team will be available to help the child and other students who witnessed the accident, some parents are questioning why it took so long for them to take action against Van Dayne.
- The district claims they contacted families whose children were on the bus, but many parents say they only found out about the incident through social media.
- It's also unclear what measures the district will take to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The Investigation and What's Next
The Driver's Background: A Closer Look at Tasha Van Dayne
Tasha Van Dayne, the 37-year-old driver charged with second-degree reckless endangerment, has been driving for the Clinton Central School District for some time. She has a clean driving record and no prior incidents involving students on her bus route. However, this incident raises questions about what might have led to such a careless mistake.
As I dug deeper into Van Dayne's background, I found that she has been working as a school bus driver for over 10 years, with multiple districts in the area. While it's unclear whether she was properly trained or supervised by her employer, this incident highlights the need for more stringent protocols and regular checks on drivers' performance.
