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The Kansas Department of Education and the School Bus Safety Unit have been producing the Kansas Bus Emergency Support System (KBESS) book for over 35 years. This book is a state wide emergency directory for school transportation providers who need support when the school vehicle they are operating becomes disabled away from their "bus barn".
KBESS Book (PDF) revised December 31, 2024
School Transportation Safety Unit Keith Dreiling, State Director 785-296-4567 785-296-6659 (fax) Keith.Dreiling@ksde.gov
School Transportation Safety Unit Public Service Administrator Dennis Tate 785-296-4545 Dennis.Tate@ksde.gov
School Transportation Safety Unit Public Service Administrator Melissa Ostermeyer 785-296-5659 Melissa.Ostermeyer@ksde.gov
School Transportation Safety Unit Senior Administrative Assistant Sarah Harter 785-296-3551 Sarah.Harter@ksde.gov
The Kansas State Department of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. (more information...)
To accommodate people with disabilities, on request, auxiliary aides and services will be provided and reasonable modifications to policies and programs will be made. To request accommodations or for more information please contact the Office of General Counsel at gc@ksde.gov or by 785-296-3201.