Creating Community on a School Bus | Curtis Jenkins | Turn the World Outward

Curtis Jenkins loved to be called "just a bus driver." He understood the responsibility of taking kids where they need to be and knew it wasn't only about transportation. He wanted to create a safe and empowering space where his students would start and end the day knowing they mattered. Curtis' bus was a classroom and a community. His decision to set aside money from his own paycheck to buy Christmas gifts for the students drew national media attention.
Richardson ISD, recognizing the impact Curtis was having, promoted him to a district-level position where his influence now extends to all 39,000 students in the district.
Curtis Jenkins received the Turn the World Outward award from the Arbinger Institute in 2022.
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[@nichelleporter6674]

He’s richer than most of us.. ❤❤

[@pwilliams2531]

omg if this doesn't touch your heart you don't have one. Imagine a world where type of person leads our nation. Leadership from the heart, commitment from the soul and an unyielding, unwavering determination to make life for others better. Then we would be the nation we were meant to be. Curtis Jenkins, thank you so much for being great. For teaching and reminding me that it isn't about who you are its about how much you give.

[@eyram5098]

Wow , God bless this gentleman. He’s really got a special gift . I pray all those children will grow up to be great, loving 🥰 and influential people like Mr Jenkins .

[@nichelleporter6674]

He richer than most of us.. ❤❤

[@cynthiaodum5452]

I'm not crying...yes I am. Thank you Mr. Curtis for taking care of these babies

[@bmahoney442]

Every school needs someone like Curtis Jenkins. Each kid needs someone like him in their life. He brings hope, love,.joy, and peace. God bless you 🙏

[@philmccraken]

If you can make kids look forward to getting on the bus or go to school, you have a special gift. Thank you Curtis for being a hero for so many kids

[@bfulk8016]

"Give 'em whatcha got." Love it and so inspiring.

[@mwilsonfam]

Amazing what happens when we believe in and really see each other!

[@Azfargh]

Mr. Rogers from Mr. Rogers Neighborhood would be immensely proud AND inspired of you, Mr. Curtis. As I am myself. Thank you for being yourself and with that, teaching kindness, discipline and mindfulness to those kids. Your name... I'll make sure to remember it as one of my role models.

[@philmccraken]

I always wanted more about Curtis. When I first saw his story, I knew there had to be a lot more change and positivity from him

[@georgembowa8919]

You don't need money to be kind, you don't need money to love. I wish those words would reach and cause a a positive impact to a wider numbers of people

[@catinabeard-lewis9236]

As a school bus Recruiter & Trainer, this is an example of what we strive for with each of our employees. Thank YOU, for ALL you DO Mr. Curtis. I always tell employees, you not "JUST" a School Bus Driver, you wear so many hats and you never know what type of impact that you can make on these children. You are the first face they see before going into the schools and YOU are the last face before going home. As drivers we set the tone for that students day in school or evening at home. Driving school children can be challenging, yet EXTREMELY rewarding. Mr. Curtis, you make me proud to serve our community. God Bless you....

[@nmg1909]

Delegating roles for the kids is a way to show the kids leadership skills which these kids will be inspired to be in life. Good job, Mr. Jenkins.

[@kfgkncxzrfdsd]

This man has a BIG heart ♥️ he just reflects God’s 💗 love, he is very talented and incredibly kind 🥰 I wish Mr. Curtis the most blessed and beautiful life! 🥰❤️😍

[@mircas4365]

Great Men, greetings from Frankfurt Germany. So Good.

[@adedam7700]

Young Legends in the School Bus 🚌🚍......

[@rosemarieroberts9168]

Everyone anointing is different, the world is a better place and his memory will live on through these kids recalling the good times spent with him

[@GGY11]

What a blessing you are to these children. You're a gift to all of them.

[@maryabrera9037]

What a great man! I love you Mr. Curtis Jenkins. God bless you! Spread love n kindness to the world! From the Philippines w/ love.

[@oicmacbens8788]

my heart is full each time i watch something like this coz it's just pure humanity at it's finest.😍

[@waltermitchell2432]

He deseves every good thing that comes to him.

[@TedMarq]

What a great and wise man

[@theresaquezada765]

very inspiring

[@alxvmp]

The world don’t deserve this man. This is just inspiring

[@deandurrant7216]

Im in happy tears

[@evalantz2537]

Best video I have ever watched. Thank you Curtis for your great example, your inspiration, and your willingness to give back to those who are in need. Our children are our future. YOU ARE GREAT!!!

[@pwilliams2531]

Best video I ever watched....I agree completely. In fact, best training I ever attended on education- this 11 and 1/2 mins is all you will ever need.

[@renewilmoth]

Incredible! God bless ❤❤❤

[@MississippiGirl0103]

@4:14 just yesterday it was 9yrs ago I lost my mom, so this literally touches me ❤

[@albetrosxcore3028]

We need you as president

[@paolacarbajal4911]

Who made this video?! the character introductions were fire!

[@madeinkanada6871]

Wow this is amazing!! He is amazing

[@deanna1589]

❤

[@Gentlemen-bt3ru]

This what the media dont want to see a black man ins postive light its more guys like Curtis

[@anthiathomas-howard1013]

He need to come to some Connecticut school to teach teachers how yo treat kids instead of yelling at them all the time