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Balls Creek Elementary

Every Student Matters; Every Moment Counts

Bus Information

Meet Our Bus Drivers

  • A woman with long, wavy brown hair smiles at the camera.

    What do you enjoy most about being a bus driver?
    I love greeting the students in the morning and trying to influence their day to be a better one than the day before. I also love meeting most of their families – they become a great encouragement to me.
     

    What advice do you give students for being great bus riders?
    Each day is a new day to make a positive change so be kind to everyone. Also, stay seated! 😊
     

    Hobbies, Interests and Fun Facts about Mrs. Woodard
    I enjoy encouraging others, even on the weekends! It really brightens my day when my students talk to me. I love a “Good morning, Mrs. Woodard!”  My students are so precious to me. 

  • A woman with blonde hair smiles at the camera, wearing a patterned blouse.

    What do you enjoy most about being a bus driver?
    I love greeting the students in the morning and afternoon. I also enjoy being able to build relationships with students who are not in my class.
     

    What advice do you give students for being great bus riders?
    If your bus driver tells you to do something, it is for your safety. Sit facing forward, talk quietly and be kind.
     

    Hobbies, Interests and Fun Facts about Mrs. Sipe
    I like to read, travel, watch YouTube travel vlogs and hike. Fun Fact: I grew up riding the bus to school in Alaska!

  • A woman with blonde hair smiles at the camera, wearing a pink shirt and necklace.

    What do you enjoy most about being a bus driver?
    I love ensuring that the students arrive to school, and return home, safely.
     

    What advice do you give students for being great bus riders?
    Use a quiet voice and keep your body and belongings out of the aisle.
     

    Hobbies, Interests and Fun Facts about Mrs. Waters
    I love spending time in nature.

  • A woman with red hair smiles at the camera.

    What do you enjoy most about being a bus driver?
    I enjoy the love and hugs that I get from my students. 
     

    What advice do you give students for being great bus riders?
    Be respectful to others and treat the other students like you want them to treat you. 
     

    Hobbies, Interests and Fun Facts about Mrs. Murray
    I like spending time at home watching movies. 

Bus Coordinator

Emily Miller, Assistant Principal
emilym_miller@catawbaschools.net