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Virginia Beach City Public Schools adopts Zum technology platform for student transportation
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News Release No. 011
Date: 4/9/25
Contact: Ryan DeLucie
Phone: 757.263.1075 | Fax: 757.263.1010
Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS) is bringing exciting enhancements to transportation operations for both families and staff with the Zum technology platform. This innovative platform includes GPS tracking and sophisticated routing software that will further ensure safety, efficiency and transparency when driving our students to and from school.
Through the Zum app, parents can view real-time tracking and receive notifications about their child’s school bus location and pick-up/drop-off status.
“Families in our division deserve top-notch student transportation, and we are excited to partner with Zum to provide an exceptional experience,” said VBCPS Superintendent Dr. Donald Robertson Jr. “I am confident this new tool will help us continue to deliver reliable bus rides for our students and peace of mind for our parents.”
The Zum platform is also enhancing our division’s routing capabilities. The VBCPS transportation team can track school buses on a live map from start to finish, and routes can be adjusted in real time to account for traffic issues and avoid delays.
“This technology allows us to be more responsive and efficient than ever before,” said James Lash, executive director of Transportation and Fleet Management Services. “With real-time tracking and dynamic routing, we are better equipped to ensure safe and on-time rides for our students, even when unexpected challenges arise.”
For more information about the Zum platform, please visit vbschools.com.
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