First Student transports 10,000 Special Olympics participants

The school bus contractor provided shuttle service for the Special Olympics 2014 USA Games in New Jersey. Hundreds of school bus drivers transported athletes, coaches and spectators to various venues.

Staff Writer・Editorial

Read Staff's Posts

August 4, 2014

First Student transports 10,000 Special Olympics participants — Hundreds of First Student school bus drivers transported athletes, coaches and spectators at the Special Olympics 2014 USA Games in New Jersey in June.

1 min to read

School bus contractor First Student provided shuttle service for the Special Olympics 2014 USA Games in New Jersey in June.

Hundreds of school bus drivers transported athletes, coaches and spectators to various venues in Lawrenceville and Princeton.

“We were proud to partner with the Special Olympics,” said Ursula Rinas, First Student location manager. “What made the event was the incredible determination of the athletes. They were such an inspiration to all of us. No matter how long the hours of operation, we could not let them down.”

First Student drivers from five locations in New Jersey transported more than 10,000 participants during the Special Olympics, which was held June 15-20. The company operated shuttle service for 15 hours each day of the event.

Other recent news on First Student:

• First Student names area general manager for Washington

Topics:First Student Inc.New Jersey Safety Special Needs Transportation

More Special Needs Transportation

Special Needs Transportation•by Amanda Huggett•May 1, 2026

The Most Common Wheelchair Securement Mistakes on School Buses (and How to Fix Them)

Small missteps in wheelchair securement can have serious consequences. Here are 32 tips from experts to reduce risk and increase student safety on the bus.

School Bus Fleet “On the Road” graphic featuring Maritza Valentin of AMF Bruns America inside a mobility equipment showroom in Ohio, highlighting accessible bus solutions.

Special Needs Transportation•by Amanda Huggett•April 23, 2026

Inside AMF Bruns’ New Showroom: School Bus Securement Solutions Explained

Go inside AMF Bruns America’s new Ohio showroom with Maritza Valentin to see its FutureSafe technology, driver training tools, securement systems, and seating innovations.

Special Needs Transportation•by Amanda Huggett•April 20, 2026

What AMF Bruns’ New Facility Means for Customers [Video]

Inside AMF Bruns’ new Stow, Ohio, operations: See how expanded space and innovation will enhance customer support and operations.

2026 State of Student Transportation Report

Student transportation teams are being asked to do more with less, facing driver shortages, rising costs, and increasing safety expectations. This report uncovers how fleets are adapting, where technology is making the biggest impact, and why student ridership tracking is emerging as a top priority. Download the report to explore the key trends shaping 2026 and what they mean for your operation.

AMF Bruns national account managers Maritza Valentin and Jeff Algire at open house event

Special Needs Transportation•by Amanda Huggett•April 16, 2026

AMF Bruns Expands in Ohio, Investing in Growth and Community

With expanded production space, local investment, and a growing workforce, AMF Bruns is scaling its U.S. presence. Here’s an exclusive first look inside the new Stow, Ohio, HQ.

Exterior view of AMF Bruns of America’s new 41,000-square-foot facility in Stow, Ohio

Special Needs Transportation•by Amanda Huggett•April 16, 2026

Inside AMF Bruns of America’s New Ohio Manufacturing Facility [Photos]

Take a behind-the-scenes look at AMF Bruns of America’s new 41,000-square-foot Stow, Ohio, headquarters, featuring advanced manufacturing, expanded space, and future-ready mobility solutions.

Boosting K-12 Attendance With Innovative Transportation Solutions

While the yellow school bus remains the backbone of student transit, 75% of administrators identify limited transportation access as a major driver of chronic absenteeism. This guide explores how districts are strengthening their fleets by integrating flexible, supplemental solutions to serve students with the most complex needs. Learn how a multimodal approach can bridge service gaps, restore attendance, and support your most vulnerable populations.