Media Advisory: Minister Petten to Make Announcement Regarding School TransportationMedia Advisory: Minister Petten to Make Announcement Regarding School Transportation

The article reports that the Newfoundland and Labrador government announced mandatory school bus registration and new high-tech safety measures at Admiral’s Academy in Kelligrews, to be tested at 17 schools over three years. The program includes real-time bus location updates and a registration system tied to cards or an app, with routes finalized before…

The Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers’ Association (NLTA) welcomes the province’s $625 million education budget and the hiring of 94 teachers and 20 assistants, but notes gaps remain in teacher/recruitment, overall system resourcing, and student needs. NLTA President Dale Lambe also criticizes the budget for not addressing daily school violence and…

The Newfoundland and Labrador government will introduce mandatory registration for K-12 school bus service to plan routes and capacity based on actual need. The program, starting in September 2026 with 17 schools and phased over three years, will include real-time bus tracking, service notifications, and approved stops, with a survey on potential…