New Zum buses provide comfort of mind for KCPS parents [Video]

KSHB 41 reporter Marlon Martinez covers Platte and Clay counties in Missouri. Share your story idea with Marlon.

Kansas City Public Schools rolled out new school buses with state-of-the-art technology, providing support and peace of mind to parents across the district.

The new buses provided by Zum Services are equipped with advanced tracking systems, allowing parents to monitor their child’s journey in real-time through a mobile app.

“I think this app improves a lot because the parents, we can see if, for example, how many stops before getting at home,” said Miriam Gonzalez.

Gonzalez said it’s one less worry for her as a mom with two students with a disability.

“We have to keep the routine every day, the time,” said Gonzalez. “With this app, I know what time it’s going to pass the transportation.”

For working parents or those with busy schedules, this feature allows them to see when their student has been picked-up and …