POLK COUNTY, Fla. -- Polk County students may see bus delays once school starts next week.

  • Bus delays expected next week
  • Delays due to bus driver shortage
  • Click here for bus delay info 

Officials say this is because of a bus driver shortage.

The school district is continuing to actively recruit and train bus drivers, but delays are expected during the first few weeks of school. 

Officials are encouraging parents to transport their kids to and from school if possible. 

The first day of school is Monday, Aug. 13. 

Parents can find current bus delay information by visiting polk-fl.net and searching for keyword "bus delays."

Anyone interested in becoming a bus driver or bus attendant can visit polk-fl.net/employment or call 863-534-7300 or 863-534-7298.