Bus Driver Personnel Changes
We have experienced a few changes in our bus schedules, routines, and bus drivers.
Don Planalps, the driver of bus 441, decided a few weeks ago to pursue other interests. He resigned and his last day with Apple Bus Company was September 17, 2014. The bus company has found a replacement for Mr. Planalps, Brenda Johnson. Ms. Johnson has driven a bus for 22 years in Savannah and is excited to be able to start working with the Avenue City staff and students. She will start driving the Bus 441 route in a few weeks. Meanwhile, Apple Bus Company will provide us with quality substitute drivers. Please help us in welcoming Ms. Johnson to our district and in wishing Mr. Planalps well in his new endeavors.
Mr. Phil Zimmerman, the driver of bus 440, became ill last weekend. As Phil recovers he is in our thoughts and prayers. Phil has driven the bus for Avenue City School for many years. He loves being able to see each child early in the morning and deliver them home safely each evening. I am positive that Phil would love to receive a Get Better Soon Card or a Note of Encouragement at the following address:
Phil Zimmerman
406 West Swenson
Savannah, MO 64485
Until Mr. Zimmerman notifies the bus company that he is ready to return, Damian Cox will be filling in for him on a temporary basis. She has already driven the route a few times and loves it! Please help us to make sure that Ms. Cox feels welcome in our district.