05/19/2026
Congratulations to Kendra Thompson, Pike County Schools’ Bus Driver of the Year! 🚌
Kendra was selected based on her commitment to safety, professionalism, reliability, care for students and families, positive attitude, and willingness to support others. Her coworkers shared countless examples of the impact she makes every day throughout our Transportation Department.
“Kendra has always shown care to the students that ride with her. She’s always checking on co-workers and constantly covering multiple routes for absent drivers to make sure our students get to school and home safely.”
“Anything asked of Kendra she is always so nice and willing to help.”
“She gives up her route and new bus to substitutes and helps us by driving other routes. She’s always professional and very dependable.”
“Kendra is a well-rounded, exceptionally fair and caring person who exudes all of the qualities for Bus Driver of the Year. She is very aware of safety guidelines and does her absolute best to convey these guidelines to students and parents alike.”
“She is committed to helping out anywhere and everywhere she is needed.”
“She always does what needs to be done. She always goes above and beyond to help me.”
Thank you, Kendra, for your professionalism, positivity, teamwork, and dedication to safely serving Pike County students and families each day. We are proud to recognize you as our Bus Driver of the Year! 🎉