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Tennessee

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Transportation

About Transportation

Safely Getting Students to School, Every Day

Welcome to the Transportation Department of Sumner County Schools. Serving over 30,000 students across our Tennessee community, we are proud to provide safe, reliable transportation that supports student learning and family needs across the district.

Our Mission

To ensure the safe and efficient transportation of all eligible students while fostering a positive, respectful, and supportive environment on every bus and in every interaction.

220+ Buses operated and maintained
771 Daily routes
13,000+ Miles traveled each day
2.4M+ Miles traveled annually
60% Approximately 60% of students ride the bus at some point during the school year.

Safety & Expectations

Bus Safety and Student Expectations

Safe transportation is a shared responsibility. Students, families, drivers, and school staff all play an important role in helping ensure a safe and respectful experience on the school bus.

Bus Safety Tips

Review important safety information for students and families, including expectations for waiting at the bus stop, boarding, riding, and exiting the school bus.

Bus Rules

Students are expected to follow district bus rules and driver instructions at all times. Review the expectations that help maintain a safe, orderly, and respectful environment for everyone.

Safety comes first.

Students should always follow the instructions of the bus driver and remain alert around school buses, bus stops, and loading areas.

What We Do

Transportation Services

The Transportation Department supports the daily movement of students throughout Sumner County Schools while also providing specialized, operational, and extracurricular transportation services.

Student Transportation

Daily transportation services help eligible students travel safely between home and school throughout the district.

Route Planning & Coordination

Transportation staff develop and maintain routes, stops, and schedules to support safe and efficient student transportation.

Specialized Transportation

The department coordinates transportation services for students whose individual needs require specialized transportation support.

Field Trips & Extracurricular Activities

Transportation support is provided for approved field trips, extracurricular activities, and other school-related travel.

Fleet Operations & Maintenance

Transportation personnel support the inspection, maintenance, and operation of the district's school bus fleet.

Safety & Operational Support

Drivers, supervisors, routing staff, and support personnel work together to address safety, operational, and day-to-day transportation needs across the district.

Meet Our Team

Transportation Directory

Our Transportation team supports student routing, safety, fleet operations, student conduct, driver support, and the day-to-day transportation needs of Sumner County Schools.

Need to contact the Transportation Department?

Call 615-452-1520 or use our online contact form so your request can be directed to the appropriate staff member.

Contact Transportation
Tracey Richardson

Tracey Richardson

Executive Director of Transportation

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Donnie Gilliland

Donnie Gilliland

Driver Trainer & Safety Supervisor

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Teresa Bell

Teresa Bell

Transportation Area Supervisor

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Jackie Anderson

Jackie Anderson

Transportation Routing Tech / Bus Driver

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Scott Lannom

Scott Lannom

Transportation Area Supervisor

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LeeAnn Jaeckel

LeeAnn Jaeckel

Transportation Student Routing Coordinator

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Melissa Stevens

Melissa Stevens

Transportation Student Routing Tech

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Dobbie Aanderud

Transportation Team

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Jeffrey Evans

Transportation Team

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Kevin Kepley

Kevin Kepley

Transportation Fleet Operations Manager

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Kathy Horner

Kathy Horner

Transportation Compliance and Operations Coordinator

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Stephen Russell

Stephen Russell

Transportation Bus GPS / Video Student Conduct Tech

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Linda Bullington

Linda Bullington

Transportation Secretary

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