What Happened
- Wednesday, August 13, 2025: A Cleveland Independent School District (Cleveland ISD) school bus carrying 58 elementary students rolled over and landed on its side near FM 1010 and County Road 347 (or Plum Grove Road, per some reports) during the morning route.(People.com, Houston Chronicle, ABC13 Houston)
- All students were immediately and safely evacuated and taken to local hospitals for evaluation as a precaution.(People.com, Houston Chronicle, ABC13 Houston)
- The district initially stated no major injuries, a claim that was later retracted by some—though medical evaluations confirmed non-life-threatening injuries, with around 17 students transported via ambulance bus to HCA Kingwood Hospital.(Houston Chronicle, People.com, ABC13 Houston)
Context: A Week of Multiple Crashes
This incident marks the second bus crash in three days on the same stretch of FM 1010:
- Monday, August 11, 2025: A Cleveland ISD bus transporting 59 high school and ninth-grade students overturned into a ditch. Thirty-six students sustained minor injuries (e.g., bumps and bruises). No serious wounds were reported.(Houston Chronicle, People.com, FOX 26 Houston, ABC13 Houston)
- Wednesday, August 13, 2025: The rollover discussed above involving 58 elementary students.(People.com, Houston Chronicle, ABC13 Houston)
- A third minor incident occurred the same Wednesday involving minimal contact with another vehicle—eight students were onboard, and no injuries were reported. Though not initially disclosed, Cleveland ISD later confirmed it under official protocols.(ABC13 Houston)
District Response and Community Reaction
- Cleveland ISD emphasized that student safety is its highest priority and expressed gratitude to transportation staff and emergency responders. The district confirmed that buses involved are equipped with seat belts and that thorough investigations are underway.(People.com, Houston Chronicle, ABC13 Houston)
- Parents expressed growing concern for their children’s safety. One parent shared worries about relying on school transportation after just enrolling her children; others plan community discussions and demand accountability and improved safety measures.(People.com, ABC13 Houston, FOX 26 Houston)
Summary Table
| Date | Incident Type | Students Aboard | Injuries Reported | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 2025 | Bus overturned into a ditch | 59 | 36 with minor bumps/ bruises | Investigations ongoing |
| Aug 13, 2025 | Bus rolled onto its side (rover) | 58 | ~17 transported, non-life-threatening | Full investigation underway |
| Aug 13, 2025 | Minor collision (contact with object) | 8 | No injuries | Classified as accident per district |
In Summary
Cleveland ISD experienced three school bus-related incidents in one week along FM 1010: two serious overturns and one minor contact. While all students were safely evacuated and only minor, non-life-threatening injuries occurred, the frequency of these incidents has raised alarm among parents and the community. The district has reiterated its commitment to investigating the causes thoroughly and ensuring student safety going forward.
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