Mission Statement
The Indiana State School Bus Drivers Association’s mission embraces the total scope of knowledge and performance of a school bus driver. The Association provides information and consultation on the Indiana Code for School Transportation including guidelines and rule changes.
10 Tips for a SAFE ride on the School Bus!
- No loud talking or yelling on the bus.
- Stay seated until the bus comes to a complete stop.
- Keep your hands to yourself.
- No eating on the bus.
- Be on time at your bus stop.
- Always cross in front of the bus.
- Do not stand in the aisles.
- Pay attention when boarding and exiting the bus.
- Always communicate and listen to your driver.
- Be responsible. Follow the driver’s directions.
2026 Scholarship Recipients
The Indiana State School Bus Drivers Association annually awards two $500.00 scholarships to a members child or grandchild and is comprised of certified and retired school bus drivers throughout the state of Indiana.
Ruthanna Ice
Ruthanna resides near Princeton, Indiana and graduated from Princeton Community High School as a part of the class of 2026. She has participated in Golf, Tennis, Basketball, and Track during her high school career. Ruthanna is also a member of the FFA, 4-H, and the Gibson County Horse and Pony Club. She has volunteered at the local senior center, PCHS Camp Carson Day, The United Way, Christmas shopping with a Junior Leader, True Hope, Teacher’s Breakfast and Bake Sale for the Gibson County United Way. Ruthanna was also awarded the Rookie of the Year, and Tiger Spirit in golf, and most improved and mental attitude award while participating on the tennis team. Ruthanna is the granddaughter of association members Michael and Anna Ice. Her future plans are to attend Purdue University, Lafayette and further her education to become a teacher. The Indiana State School Bus Drivers Association would like to wish Ruthanna the best in all of her future endeavors.
James Meyer
James resides near Connersville, Indiana and graduated from Connersville High School as part of the class of 2026. James was a 10 year 4-H member and involved in several different 4-H groups. James is the grandson of association member Cindy Cunningham. James future plans is to attend Purdue University Fort Wayne. The Indiana State School Bus Drivers Association would like to wish James the best in all his future endeavors.
The Indiana State School Bus Drivers Association would like to congratulate Ruthanna Ice and James Meyer.