The following is a statement from Superintendent Kimberly Rizzo-Saunders:
“On Wednesday, March 20, the Conval Regional School District was made aware of the arrest of a bus driver working for the District’s transportation contractor, Student Transportation of America. The individual began working for STA in September, having successfully completed required state and company background screenings.
The individual was not a Conval employee.
“The District has been informed by the U.S. Attorney’s Office about the severity of the charges, which involve allegations of crimes against children. We are making every attempt to obtain further information.
“The District intends to swiftly and fully cooperate with the U.S. Attorney’s Office throughout its investigation.
“The safety and security of our students is our utmost concern. We will be reviewing our transportation safety protocols beginning immediately. Additionally, the District will begin an immediate review with STA of their policies and practices, to ensure that our students are afforded the highest level of protection and that STA employees reflect the shared values of our district.
“We are committed to updating the community as further information can be made public.”
