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First Student

LAYOFFS TRACKED
14
LAST EVENT
Jul 1, 2026
MARKET CAP
EMPLOYEES

Layoff history

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Q3 '23: 2 eventsQ4 '23: 4 eventsQ1 '24: 0 eventsQ2 '24: 0 eventsQ3 '24: 0 eventsQ4 '24: 0 eventsQ1 '25: 0 eventsQ2 '25: 0 eventsQ3 '25: 1 eventsQ4 '25: 0 eventsQ1 '26: 0 eventsQ2 '26: 4 eventsQ3 '26: 1 events
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Layoff timeline

14 EVENTS
Aug 17, 2026WARN notice
Jul 1, 2026WARN notice
Jun 30, 2026WARN notice
Jun 24, 2026News

First Student is facing layoffs that will affect 74 school workers in DeSoto, Texas. The layoffs are part of a significant operational shakeup within the company. This decision comes amid ongoing challenges in the transportation sector, particularly in school bus operations. The affected employees will be notified shortly, and the company is working to manage the transition. First Student's restructuring efforts aim to streamline operations and address financial pressures in the current market.

Jun 18, 2026News

First Student has announced the discontinuation of 60% of its bus service operations in Seattle, resulting in the layoff of over 100 employees. This significant reduction in service is part of a broader strategy to streamline operations amidst changing demand. The layoffs reflect the company's response to current operational challenges and the need to adjust its workforce accordingly. As a result, the affected employees will be losing their jobs as the company restructures its services in the region.

May 22, 2026News

First Student Bus Company has announced layoffs affecting 125 workers as part of a facility closure in Plymouth. The decision to reduce the workforce comes as the company is shutting down operations at this location. This move is expected to impact the local community significantly, as the facility has been a key employer in the area. The layoffs are part of a broader strategy to streamline operations, although specific reasons for the closure were not detailed in the announcement.

Aug 20, 2025WARN notice
Oct 1, 2023News

First Student (DeSoto I.S.D.) is set to lay off approximately 50 employees as the DeSoto school district transitions to a new busing provider. This change is part of a broader strategy to improve transportation services within the district. The layoffs are expected to take effect on October 1, 2023, impacting the transportation department significantly. The decision comes as the district aims to enhance efficiency and service quality for its students. The affected employees have been notified of the impending layoffs, which are part of the district's restructuring efforts.

Oct 1, 2023News

The Chartiers Valley school board has approved a new bus contract that will result in layoffs at First Student, affecting 20 employees in the transportation department. This decision comes as part of a restructuring effort to optimize services and reduce costs. The layoffs are set to take effect immediately, impacting the local workforce. First Student has been facing challenges in maintaining its operational efficiency, prompting this difficult decision. The board's approval reflects a shift in transportation strategy aimed at better aligning resources with student needs.

Oct 1, 2023News

First Student has announced the layoff of 111 employees in Seattle. This decision reflects the company's ongoing adjustments to its workforce in response to operational needs. The layoffs are part of a broader trend affecting the transportation sector, but specific reasons for the cuts at First Student were not detailed in the announcement. The affected employees will be notified shortly, and the company is working to support them during this transition. This move underscores the challenges faced by the company in maintaining its workforce amid changing demands.

Oct 1, 2023News

First Student, a school bus service provider, is set to lay off 125 employees following the loss of a district contract. This decision comes as the company faces challenges in maintaining its workforce due to the contract termination. The layoffs are expected to impact operations significantly, as the company adjusts to the new circumstances. The affected employees will be notified shortly, and the company is working to support them during this transition.

Aug 1, 2023News

First Student is set to lay off over 100 bus drivers as part of a consolidation of its operations in Seattle. The layoffs are scheduled to take effect in August 2023. This decision comes amid efforts to streamline operations and adjust to changing demands in the area. The company has not specified the exact reasons behind the workforce reduction, but it reflects broader trends in the transportation sector. The layoffs will impact the bus driver department significantly, affecting the local workforce in Seattle.

Aug 1, 2023News

In August 2023, First Student laid off 111 drivers in Seattle, a significant reduction in its workforce. The layoffs have raised concerns among the local community regarding the impact on school transportation services. This decision reflects ongoing challenges within the company and the transportation sector as a whole. The cuts were part of a broader trend affecting school bus services, but the specific reasons for the layoffs were not detailed in the article. The affected employees were primarily drivers responsible for transporting students in the area.

Date not reportedUpcoming · EstimatedNews

First Student has announced plans to lay off over 100 bus drivers as part of a restructuring of its Seattle operations. The layoffs are scheduled for August 2023, indicating a significant reduction in workforce in that location. This decision comes as the company aims to condense its operations in the area. The specific reasons for the layoffs have not been detailed, but they reflect ongoing adjustments within the company. The impact on local transportation services and the remaining workforce is yet to be assessed.

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