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Rural students' transport woes 'disrupt education'


Published on 2025-05-13 03:21:35 -
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The article from Yahoo News discusses the significant challenges faced by rural students in the U.S. due to transportation issues, which have been exacerbated by the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Many rural school districts struggle with a shortage of bus drivers, leading to longer commutes, canceled routes, and even school closures. These transportation woes disrupt students' education, causing them to miss classes, arrive late, or be unable to participate in extracurricular activities. The situation is particularly dire in states like West Virginia, where the problem has led to legal action against the state's education department. The article highlights the broader implications of these issues, including increased absenteeism, lower academic performance, and a widening educational gap between rural and urban students.

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[ https://www.yahoo.com/news/rural-students-transport-woes-disrupt-062235939.html ]