06/12/2026
We are genuinely honoured to announce that our very own George Banks was the recipient of the Prince Edward Island Home and School Federation‘s annual School Bus Driver of the Year Award.
This award is given to two drivers annually. Nominations are supported by letters from other parents, staff members, co workers, past and present students, and artwork from some younger students. A parent (who happens to be a former student who rode on George’s bus) did an excellent job behind the scenes putting this application together for our submission.
George was surprised today with an assembly in his honour, where people of various backgrounds (current riders on his bus, a representative from our local Home and School, our principal, a school board trustee, members of the Provincial Home and School board) spoke about how deserving he was for this recognition. The vibe was electric, with students of all ages shouting GEORGE, GEORGE, GEORGE as he received his award. It wasn’t hard to tell just how much he means to our school community.
George has been behind the wheel for almost 40 years now, making a difference in the lives of students for generations.
There was a reoccurring theme throughout the letters in his application - George is kind, caring, reliable and incredibly trustworthy. Our community has been and continues to be very lucky to have him.
Congratulations again George. You are SO deserving of this award.
Town of Souris
Souris Regional School