COLUMBUS, Ohio-The ongoing dispute over Columbus City Schools’ (CCS) transportation for non-public school students has escalated, prompting Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost to file a 57-page emergency motion with the Ohio Supreme Court. The motion demands that CCS provide transportation to nonpublic and charter school students “immediately.” This follows a lawsuit Yost filed after CCS decided not to bus some of these students this year, citing issues like a bus driver shortage and logistical challenges. CCS Superintendent Dr. Angela Chapman stated that the decision was made in consultation with the Department of Education, emphasizing that they could not ignore the bus driver shortage that led to late buses and overcrowding last year. The transportation cut has significantly impacted non-public schools, with reports of students withdrawing due to these issues. The Diocese of Columbus and other local schools have also expressed concern over the decline in transportation quality and are seeking a resolution with CCS. The Ohio Supreme Court has ordered CCS to respond to the motion by Monday, with no extensions allowed.
