Deadly COVID-19 Outbreak Forces Busing Halt for Some Montco Students The temporary halt in busing means some students will learn virtually, while others will have the option of virtual or in-person instruction Published February 4, 2021 • Updated on February 4, 2021 at 8:39 am NBC Universal, Inc. A coronavirus outbreak among bus drivers, including one who has died, has caused a Montgomery County school district to temporarily halt busing and revert to virtual learning for some students. The death and rise in cases among drivers and aides for the Student Transportation of America bus company means busing for both public and nonpublic schools at the Perkiomen Valley School District is suspended through Monday, Feb. 8, Superintendent Barbara Russell said in a letter to families. She added that the decision was made based on the recommendation of the Montgomery County Office of Public Health.