Classes begin Monday, welcoming a projected 46,195 students to Marion County Public Schools, district officials say. As thousands return to campuses, parents, students and motorists must remain especially vigilant, particularly around school buses.
“As we kick of the 2025 school year, the safety of our students- whether in the classroom, on the bus, or walking to school-remains our top priority. I encourage all drivers to stay alert, slow down, and stop for school buses. Together, we can ensure every child’s journey to and from school is safe,” said Lori Conrad the MCPS chairperson.
According to MCPS, first day of school encompasses two new schools for the district—Ross Prairie Elementary in Marion Oaks and Winding Oaks Elementary in Ocala…