A group of middle school students in Hancock County, Mississippi, took swift action to stop a school bus after their driver lost consciousness during an asthma attack. Video footage from the Hancock County School District shows the students working together to regain control of the bus and assist the driver, Leah Taylor, who passed out twice while behind the wheel.
The students' actions prevented a potential accident. One student grabbed the steering wheel, another slammed on the brakes, and others administered medication and called for help. The students involved—McKenzy Finch, Jackson Casnave, Darrius Clark, Kayleigh Clark, and Destiny Cornelius—were later commended at a school pep rally. Principal Melissa Saucier praised their calm and quick thinking, stating they handled the emergency exactly as they should have.
Taylor expressed gratitude for the students' actions, telling local outlet WLOX that she is feeling better and thankful they saved her life. The students also helped keep the other passengers calm until first responders arrived. The Hancock County School District did not immediately respond to requests for comment.