Karen Obrigewitch (Middle) receives award from PRSD Superintendent Adam Murray (Left) and PRSD Transportation Manager Merlin Lee (Right). Photo courtesy: PRSD.

By Erika Rolling

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Fairview school bus driver wins third PRSD Transportation Award of Excellence

Sep 6, 2023 | 9:59 AM

Karen Obrigewitch is the winner of the 2023 Peace River School Division Transportation Award of Excellence.

Obrigewitch has won the award two-times prior, most recently in 2019.

She has driven school buses for students in and around the Fairview area for over 20 years, starting her career in 2000. Obrigewitch drove routes 55 and 82 her entire time with the PRSD.

Online submissions were collected by the PRSD Transportation Department to select a driver most deserving of the award. Eligible employees that can be nominated include bus drivers, mechanics, and office staff.

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• “She is the most compassionate and caring bus driver.”
• “Karen always has a smile on her face during pickup and drop-offs, toots the bus horn, and gives a friendly wave.”
• “[She] hands out treats, and she does not forget to have extras for siblings.”
• “Keeps her parents well-informed of issues and is always on time.”
• “Helps new drivers with issues they may be facing.”

Other nominees for the award were: Dustin Dube – Peace River bus driver and Debbie Morrison – Fairview bus driver.

Obrigewitch was presented with her award during the Bus Driver Start-Up event at the Mile Zero Regional Multiplex on August 23.