--- title: BusRight's Behind the Wheel Award description: BusRight's Behind the Wheel Award recognizes outstanding bus drivers and offers schools the chance to win up to 300 rugged tablets for student use. image: https://nominate.busright.com/hubfs/behind%20the%20wheel%20award5.jpg --- [![BusRight](https://nominate.busright.com/hubfs/Brand%20Assets/BusRight%20Logo%20Dark%20Text.svg)](https://www.busright.com) Judging in Progress Nominations Closed ยท Judging Underway # BusRight's Behind the Wheel Award Transportation is the front door to opportunity - and bus drivers are the ones who open it, every single day. We received nominations from schools across the country, and our panel is now reviewing every entry. One district and one driver will be recognized the week of June 1st. โš–๏ธ Judging in Progress All nominations are under review ๐Ÿ“ฃ Winner Announced Week of June 1st Stay tuned for the announcement \*These tablets are intended for student use only and are not intended to be used with the BusRight driver navigation platform. What's at stake ๐Ÿซ Up to 300 Tablets for Your Students Refurbished Rugged Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 3 tablets donated directly to your district ๐Ÿ† Driver Recognition Bundle A BusRight recognition package worth up to $500 for your nominated driver ๐Ÿ“ฃ Winner Announced Week of June 1st Judging is underway - the winning district will be notified soon About the prize ## 300 tablets. Endless possibilities. The Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 3 isn't a standard consumer tablet. It was built for environments where regular devices fail - outdoor conditions, heavy daily use, and the hands of people who don't have time for something fragile. Your district decides where they go. The Device Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 3 Rugged Edition - Refurbished 64GB internal storage IP68 certified - drop, dust & shock resistant Glove & wet-touch compatible display Android - full Google Play access Replaceable battery for all-day use Samsung S Pen included - built-in stylus for every device โ™ฟ Special Education & Accessibility The rugged build and glove-compatible screen make these ideal for students with disabilities. AAC apps, visual schedules, text-to-speech tools, and sensory platforms all run on Android - and these devices can handle the daily demands of a self-contained classroom. AAC apps Autism support Text-to-speech S Pen stylus 1:1 devices ๐Ÿ“š Classroom Learning Expand access to digital curriculum, Google Classroom, adaptive learning platforms like Khan Academy, and digital textbooks for students across your district. Google Classroom Digital curriculum ESL/ELL ๐ŸŒฟ Field & Outdoor Programs IP68 water resistance and a rugged shell make these one of the only tablets practical for outdoor science, agricultural programs, and physical education - places where standard devices don't survive. Science fieldwork Ag programs PE & sports ๐Ÿค Counseling & Student Support Dedicated devices for counselors, interventionists, and social workers. SEL check-in tools, wellness apps, and progress monitoring platforms - without competing for classroom technology. SEL tools Intervention Mental health ๐Ÿซ Libraries & Equity Access A library checkout program puts devices in the hands of students who don't have them at home. E-books, homework help, and digital research - the equity gap addressed directly. Device lending E-books Homework access ๐Ÿ”ง Career & Technical Education CTE programs run in shops, kitchens, and job sites - environments where a laptop isn't practical. Rugged tablets support trades, culinary arts, healthcare pathways, and business programs. Trades & shop Culinary arts Healthcare pathways **Note:** Tablet quantity awarded based on district size and need, up to 300 devices. These tablets are intended for student use only and are not intended to be used with the BusRight driver navigation platform. How it works ## Three steps. One driver who deserves it. Nominate Tell us about your driver Fill out the entry form with a short write-up about what makes your driver stand out. No essay required - just tell us what you know. Judged A panel reviews every entry BusRight's internal judging panel reviews all nominations for specificity, authenticity, and community impact. All schools get a fair shot. Win Your district gets the tablets The winning district receives up to 300 refurbished Rugged Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 3 tablets - directed wherever your district needs them most, whether that's special education programs, student devices, or beyond. Eligibility ## Open to every school in America. Any K-12 school or district in the United States can enter, BusRight customer or not. Transportation leaders can nominate any active driver from their school. This contest belongs to the whole community. ๐ŸšŒ No account needed You don't need to be a BusRight customer to nominate. If you have a driver worth recognizing, that's the only requirement. - The nominated driver receives a BusRight recognition bundle worth up to $500 - Transportation leaders can nominate any active driver from their school - Open to all schools - no BusRight account required - One winning district receives up to 300 refurbished Rugged Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 3 tablets, donated by BusRight - Free to enter - one nomination per district - Contest open April 28 โ€“ May 28, 2026 What Happens Next ## Nominations are in. Judging is underway. We received nominations from schools across the country. Our panel is now reviewing every entry for specificity, authenticity, and community impact. The winning district and driver will be announced the week of June 1st. โœ… Nomination period closed May 28, 2026 โš–๏ธ Judging in progress Panel reviewing all nominations now ๐Ÿ“ฃ Winner announced Coming the week of June 1st Questions? 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