Last year, the Clinton Schools Unit District 15 began the process of revamping the district's transportation plans to create better communication between parents and the district.

Assistant Superintendent Drew Goebel took charge of that effort and he indicates it has paid off as he focuses on getting kids back to and from school during the coronavirus pandemic. He indicates the first evidence of the revamped plan was on this year's registration.

When parents register, the map provided by the school district will provide parents with what bus their kids will need to be on and they will provide phone numbers and medical information. Goebel hopes this provides a better line of communication for families.

Bus drivers have likely reached out to families to touch base and confirm the route they will be on.

Registration for Clinton schools is Monday and Goebel encourages anyone who has yet to register to do so. As the former principal of Clinton Junior High School, he says it is surprising how many kids show up to class on the first day but are not registered.