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This article was first published on July 23, 2026 by WKRN News 2 (ABC affiliate) and curated for The Nashville readers.

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Wilson County Schools preparing for students' first day of class

Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Kendall Ashman, WKRN News 2 (ABC affiliate) · July 23, 2026 · 1 min read

With Wilson County students less than two weeks away from returning to the classroom, News 2 spoke with a district spokesperson about a range of topics, including a new school, safety reminders, and the need for more bus drivers.

Why this matters in The Nashville

As Wilson County students prepare to head back to class, the district's efforts to address its transportation needs will be closely watched by local families. The shortage of bus drivers is a challenge that many school systems in the Nashville area face, and Wilson County is no exception. With the start of the new school year, parents will be looking for reassurance that their children can get to and from school safely and on time. The district's ability to recruit and retain more bus drivers will be crucial in meeting this basic but critical need. As the first day of class approaches, Wilson County residents will be paying attention to whether the district can make progress on this issue, and what steps they will take to ensure that students have reliable transportation to and from school.

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Category: schools · Published: July 23, 2026 · Source: WKRN News 2 (ABC affiliate) · Reading time: 1 min

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Original reporting	Kendall Ashman, WKRN News 2 (ABC affiliate)
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Wilson County Schools preparing for students' first day of class

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