First Student is the largest student transportation service provider in North America, safely transporting more than 4.6 million students to and from school each day. With over 500 locations across the United States and Canada, the company operates a fleet of 47,000 vehicles supported by 63,000 employees who are committed to providing unmatched care and the safest ride to school. The company has been delivering transportation excellence for more than 100 years, combining deep industry expertise with cutting-edge technology to serve over 1,100 school districts.
The company's proprietary HALO technology platform integrates AI-powered safety tools, predictive maintenance, and real-time visibility to elevate the student transportation experience. First View, powered by HALO, gives parents and districts live tracking capabilities. Through its First Charge electrification initiative, First Student is leading the transition to sustainable transportation with containerized EV charging infrastructure. The company has earned recognition including TIME's Best Inventions of 2025, Fast Company's World's Most Innovative Companies, and Contractor of the Year from the National School Transportation Association.