The Jackson Board of Education busing began today, with hundreds of children being bused to multiple schools in Lakewood.

“Everyone is reminded to be patient and give time for all of the issues to be worked out appropriately,” a Jackson Askan told TLS.

When it was announced last month, Agudah NJ Director Rabbi Avi Schnall commended the Jackson Board of Education for the system. He stated:

“We commend the Jackson Board of Ed for their willingness to provide transportation to their many residents whose children attend non public schools. It shows the determination of the BOE to service their residents in the most efficient way.

We would like to point out some important information that all Jackson residents should be aware of.

First, Jackson BOE will not be providing buses for all children. They will start with a few schools that have a larger student body residing in Jackson and will attempt to add more by combining schools with a smaller student body In Jackson. It is very possible that the majority of children in Jackson will not be starting off the year with transportation provided by Jackson BOE.

Those students that will not be receiving BOE transportation are still entitled to their Aid in Lieu.

The routes and stops have not been finalized. There is no guarantee that you will receive a stop on your block or even within a few blocks of your house.

Most importantly, this is a major undertaking on the part of Jackson BOE and we need to recognize that it will take time. Patience is prudent.

With cooperation and proper communication this can be a success. But we need to mindful that there will be growing pains and challenges.

Again, we commend the Jackson BOE for taking this bold step.”