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School Field Trips Declining Amid Budget Cuts and Bus Driver Shortage

BusesForSale finds field trips are waning as funding shortfalls and a bus driver shortage squeeze school transportation.

Published Jul 22, 2026, 9:30 AM EDT | WFMZZ

A BusesForSale report finds a steady decline in school field trips caused by budget cuts and a shortage of bus drivers. Schools scaling back excursions are reducing students' opportunities for cultural exposure and hands‑on learning.