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How Rockwall ISD Built an Award-Winning Safety Culture
How did one Texas transportation team strengthen bus and traffic safety? Jennifer Gardella shares lessons on driver training, coaching, technology, and team culture. The Route is brought to you by IC Bus.
November 13, 2026
What does it take to build a safer school transportation operation?
Jennifer Gardella, director of transportation at Rockwall Independent School District in Texas, joins us to share the strategies behind the district’s recognition in the National Safety Council’s 2026 Our Driving Concern Texas Employer Traffic Safety Awards.
Gardella discusses how Rockwall used hands-on training, behind-the-wheel coaching, new transportation positions, employee feedback, and technology to strengthen safety. She explains why building relationships with drivers and monitors has become a key part of the district’s safety culture — and shares ideas other transportation leaders can implement, even without a budget
Learn more at these links:
👉 How Two Texas Districts Built Award-Winning Safety Programs
👉 6 School Districts Named Transfinder's 2026 Top Transportation Teams
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