Seventh grader who took wheel of school bus after driver lost consciousness called "hero"

Not having a cell phone helped 7th grader Dillon Reeves make a stunning rescue when his school bus driver lost consciousness last month. Steve Hartman has the story in “On the Road.”
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[@tsgrandma9837]

I love the fact that he's still salty about not having a cell phone, lol. That Pft, they're old school....lol. I just love it.

[@kathleenherron594]

When kids get attention, classmates notice. He deserves it all, and I expect he is highly respected at school.

[@mikewhite4560]

Above all, the CELL PHONE is destroying SOCIETY....

[@aftersexhighfives]

I suspect he's greatly bullied at school. Hopefully a bit less with this action.

[@Peachy_PlaysRblx]

@@aftersexhighfivesyou can’t prove that for sure, although we can’t prove he’s highly respected either. But don’t just make a positive a negative

[@aftersexhighfives]

@@Peachy_PlaysRblx I'm a realist and I disagree with you.

[@galvinowens2085]

Don't worry kid I was raised old school too proud of you old school is the best way.

[@Girl_with_a_Subie_WRX]

Yes sir!

[@elliesouza717]

Depends. Not all old school is good

[@alaristodar2257]

Yes the kid looks miserable and angry.

[@RobbieBaldphotography2]

His parents raised him right I hope the driver makes a full recovery how terrifying for him and all the kids

[@buzzyvideo]

Thanks for adding that part about the cell phone Steve. It makes your stories special.

[@mikewhite4560]

Do you think CBS lost their T MOBILE Sponsorship....

[@alexandriamahoneyy24687]

@@mikewhite4560 steve makes inspirational stories and at the very least he is able to make that stance, and i guess that’s all he can do!

[@Girl_with_a_Subie_WRX]

Good Job Young Man!! I hope your classmates realize the true bravery you displayed and how you truly saved lives! ❤❤❤🎉

[@StanJones-ww8th]

Good behavior from a good person is very nice to read about. I imagine that this student was just doing the right thing in the circumstance. Wonderful.

[@da-veteran3842]

Great instinct. He deserves a medal.

[@krishnasrinivasan7541]

He is very intelligent and brave! I am 43 years old, I have to admit that I would have panicked, frozen, and I wouldn't know what to do!

[@ediewall6360]

seriously??? why not?? it is a natural response

[@tsgrandma9837]

I've always been the opposite, even as a child. I'm clam, cool and collective during an emergency situation but panic and fall apart afterwards. And yes, I know it doesn't make sense.

[@dakogitlog]

He is a hero...

[@magicjohnson-o4l]

He should be a hero

[@jennifershafferman2250]

Way to go . You’re hero

[@e4t662]

Smart kid, i bet his father is a good guy too, probably taught him to do the right thing

[@ruthbryant6099]

Kid I tell you you have the biggest heart I’ve ever seen and you stayed calm the whole time!!! YOU ARE AN ANGLE!!!! I thank God for people like you!! YOU ROCK!!!!!!

[@MsSpider26]

FRIGGIN AWESOME PARENTS. NO CELL PHONE, CONGRATULATIONS

[@losworldkrazyjohnson1135]

Great parents

[@kathyford3463]

We didn't give our 5 children a cell phone. They bought their own when they went to work in high school . Around age 17 and they paid for the airtime. Son, old school is best for you!

[@MrsTaylorWilliams]

For parents with children who own devices, please teach them the severity of being aware while your on public transportation wether that is being on a bus, city bus, Uber, subway, etc. There is a MULTITUDE of instances that I know I don’t need to explain and we already know about. I have no kids to teach this to yet, but for those who have their little blessings PLEASE teach them the reality of this life. But don’t teach them to be afraid of it ♥️

[@mikewhite4560]

Seriously, how many AMERICAN KIDS are on PUBLIC Transit?

[@ediewall6360]

Sooo many parents today are clueless in many areas. It is a big problem. And, on the flip side, there are some really great parents out there.

[@brittanyfischer1812]

Dylan is truly a hero thank God he was paying attention to the bus driver

[@marygonzales8986]

What an awesome kid! I agree with Dad. Kids should not be able to bring phones to school. Try socializing for a change!!!

[@melodyflinchbaugh9811]

Adults riding public transit should not be on their devices for this reason too.

[@lucasgalvan9737]

I remember hearing in the news. Now you have made it more personal.. Thanks for On The Road segments.

[@SniperAgent610]

Bro still really wants that phone tho

[@elcabrito21]

He stayed so calm like yeah I got this

[@htownjesse]

My nieces and nephew are not allowed to be on their phones while in the car with me, ever! It's talk time.

[@ediewall6360]

Good for you

[@Jastonmartin]

This is exactly why ive already started teaching my 6 yr old how to drive-you never know when you need those skills 🙏👏

[@BeegirlsHoneyHouse]

🏆🌎🇺🇸😇I hope he’ll soon have a greater appreciation for his ‘ old school-less indulgent parents.’

[@ingridleacock2070]

Blessings to Dillan. Wonderful guy. I guess when you grow up and have your own kids you will know how and what to teach dem. Love 🍋 💘 ❤ 😍 💖 ❣ always.

[@helendelailomaloma6249]

Good job. Proud of you.

[@m_dott20]

Brave Young Man🦸‍♂️

[@nataliewilliams2362]

His reaction to the hold off on getting him a phone. 😂😂😂

[@sarahjohnson365]

Cracked me up. Then the dude was like “for a good reason.” his face was just like whatever all salty😂

[@brendawilson1625]

Brave young man! God put you in the right place at the right time. Our hero💪💪💪♥️🙏😊

[@BillyAlabama]

Good job Dillon. ❤

[@seanleaf3165]

Shout-out to him and his parents!

[@noraalbright777]

Thank u for ur bravery!! That’s a wonderful thing u did!!

[@moazzamkhan398]

Salute to him ❤️

[@Saintious]

What an amazing family. Can we start a goFundme for this little hero? I'd chip in. Maybe set it up in his dad's name so he can get his first phone in high school.

[@el7jake]

I never gave it a name (situational awarenessl), but yes, I'm aware that``even in this small town in Central America, I'm usually the only one not walking down the street with her cell phone in her hand. I'm the only one on the bus or in the bank (you usually have to sit and wait!) who's reading a book, looking out the window, or people watching instead of being glued to her cell phone. I'm the only one at dinner, lunch, coffee who is focusing on the people she's with instead of on the little electronic box. It's probably because I'm no kid. I think this young man's parents are wise, and I hope that some day he recognizes that. Thanks again for a good-way-to-end-the-week story, Steve!

[@Girl_with_a_Subie_WRX]

Oh ok yeah let’s make it about you 🙄

[@mikewhite4560]

The Cell Phone is a CRUTCH for those who don't want to DEAL. The more I see People on PHONES the LESS I use it.....

[@mikewhite4560]

@@Girl_with_a_Subie_WRX You employed by T Mobile, Verizon or Sprint? IGNORANT Reply to be expected by an AMERICAN.. LOL

[@ForeverBlueRoses]

Praise God for this young man !! I pray God blesses him mightily through his entire life 💜 in Jesus name amen

[@ediewall6360]

Prgramming

[@BehindGrnEyes1]

I kind of think the parents should stop patting themselves on the back so energetically for not allowing their kid a phone, and give the kid a little more credit! I was raised in the late 70s and 80's and we didn't pay attention much better than they do now. We just entertained ourselves on that boring ride in other ways. And even those that may have noticed would have reacted in shock and fear. It's a rare youngster that age with the gumption to stand up and act with quick, clear thinking and a take charge attitude. Kudos!

[@ivokarmely453]

I agree with you on your assessment of the Parents. The 7th grader deserves a lot of credit and a cell phone too!

[@StacieAnna]

Completely agree. I think it’s a coincidence he doesn’t have a phone. It takes less than half of a second to look up.

[@tompro3193]

You are right

[@tompro3193]

@@StacieAnnano it’s not quinsidence everything matters the phone and the kids balllz too and clear thinking

[@mikewhite4560]

Nah BLEEP the CELL PHONE.. Can't wait to see KIDS walking around DANGEROUS PARKING LOTS on them. Thoughts?

[@jenniferlyons4150]

I love Old School parents! 😊

[@renerodriguez7778]

Natural born leader!

[@ediewall6360]

My aunt and uncle were both killed by someone texting on the road. HORRIBLE

[@SHE3e23]

Future Leader!!

[@friedadada7051]

This kid looks terribly unhappy.

[@UncleEbenezer77]

Future CEO of Greyhound.

[@mikewhite4560]

AMERICAN CITIZENS won't be Riding BUSES by then....

[@alphabetacanton]

Dillon is respectful to his parents' rules about mobile phones which I totally concur with. It's not healthy to waste time on social media and staring at the screen all the time. But the way Dillon responded was nothing short of truly amazing. Five rows back, he spotted the problem and immediately got up. The rest, as they say, is history. What an amazing cool head on such young shoulders! He should be invited to the White House, no less.

[@anonymustly7818]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@JoeSchmoe-en1jc]

Best of luck to him god bless

[@kiyokomori371]

So stupid to blame the phones. When I rode the bus to school and back in the 80s and 90s we didn't have phones but we were constantly talking, playing games (the analog kind), listening to music (walkmans were a thing) or even doing homework. Very rare anyone was just sitting staring at the driver or even out the windows for long.

[@Baja2424]

The bus driver don’t need to be driving that’s to dangerous

[@ediewall6360]

He may not have known of his health issue. Many times a first stroke is a total surprise to people. He may have been vaxxed

[@marycraig1461]

My brother lives in Warren Michigan!

[@machinemungee32]

That kid deserves a phone

[@Maniac742]

I didn't know CBS was now the Discovery channel. This is Chadicus Maximus in his natural habitat.

[@cheri7054]

The boy wasn't too happy about not having a phone. Seems like he doesn't realize not having a phone saved those kids. His parents know

[@stopthebus]

This problem with kids and phones and situational awareness is bigger than people realize. Too many kids are being killed crossing the street, crossing railway tracks and other places because they're so focused on their damn phones - or they have things in their ears playing loud music and they can't hear the noises around them. All that kids are doing (as evidenced by the kids who commented in this video) with their phones is playing games and watching videos. The reality is they don't *need* cellphones, certainly not during the day or at school.

[@DutchessForever]

OHHH❤

[@asnpride]

After he stopped the bus he had to ask somebody else to call 911. Because he didn't have a cell phone. Just saying. 😅

[@____________aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa]

He had to ask because everybody was on Snapchat

[@BeegirlsHoneyHouse]

He effectively delegated, it got done multiple times and I never considered he didn’t have one.

[@elliesouza717]

That's what I thought. My kids didn't get smart phones, but they did have phones

[@JoshuaKimbrough]

The true lesson is to not have those thst are unhealthy, behind the wheel of a school bus.😂😂😂😂

[@Circuses]

❤

[@user-me1mv4vy9q]

Why autopilot is important, especially if ur driving with kids

[@phillipbainbridge9107]

Eyes front son.

[@שושכהן-ס6ק]

How to Conquer Fear - A Kabbalist’s Advice Just let the fear go. Don't think about what will happen in the next moment. We know nothing about what is truly going on in our lives. It is thus best for us to just let go. We hold such potential within us. Letting go of our fears requires some training, but we need it. Fear comes from our will to control situations we find ourselves in, and when we cannot control them. When we let go of fear, we then seemingly control the situations from another end. For instance, take one of the most common fears: the fear of death. Our death is inevitable. Accepting the fact that we will certainly die, we can then imagine how the world will continue developing after we are gone, agree with that picture, and let go of any current fear we have. There are no set steps, however, for how to let go of fear. It is different for each and every person. Some people start thinking along the lines of "What will happen to the world after I’m gone?” “How will my loved ones and my relatives continue their lives?” “What will happen with my inheritance?” and “How will my legacy unfold?” Faced by these questions, we need to make another correction-of our attitude toward life and death, which is behind our every fear. We should transform our fears into an absolute surrender to the will of nature-the will bestow that created and sustains us-which requires us to make a certain kind of effort. We might still have to go through a lot of frightening moments until we reach the end of our earthly path, so we should try to calm ourselves down. The laws of nature that created and sustain us, and which we are ultimately being led to discover, are in a state of absolute calmness and rest. We should thus aim to emulate nature’s calmness. We are calm when we are not worried about what will happen in the next moment. It is a difficult point to express because it is not simply about flowing with the currents of life. On the contrary, we need to rely on the laws of nature that operate on us at every moment, which control everything and everyone. Since we live within fixed and determined laws of nature that are in total control over our lives, then we have nothing to worry about. Do we want to interfere with the laws that are driving everyone and everything through corrections? Of course we don't. We then might as well calm down and move on with our lives. That state of calmness indicates agreement. It means that we agree with the laws of nature, which is quite difficult, because we always want to hold back, check what is happening in nature’s plans, and argue that maybe things should play out a bit differently.

[@anamunoz2813]

Bless 💘 this 🤠 little boy that save the life ❤️ of the bus 🚌🚌🚌🚌🚌🚌 driver 💓 cause he was getting sick 🤧🤢🤧 that little angel 😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇❤️ boy 😭 was a 🎉hero 😎 taking over the wheel of the drver 🎉and he 🎉told the other kids in the bus 🚌🚌🚌🚌 took call ❤nine one one 🎉 for emergency 🦺 for the bus 🚌 driver ❤ he deserve a metal for being a hero and saving lifes 🎉hes parents 💕 might be proud 🥲 of him 😢may god bless him and god ❤ protect him and guard 💓 him always 💓 we say 💖 this 💞 in the name 📛 of Jesus Christ ❤️ amen and amen ❤good thing 🎉 that the little boy took over ❤the wheel 🎡🎡🎡😢 before they would be in a accident 😕 and hurt 😭 all the kids 🎉in 😢the 😢bus 🚌🚌🚌🚌🚌🚌🎉 from the united States of America USA 💟❣️😮

[@Honeybee1975..]

Yup, that’s part of the population problem, everyone’s attached to their devices constantly!

[@mikewhite4560]

Some of the IDIOTIC COMMENTS want to get him a PHONE...LOL How about an AR 15..

[@butteronthetopside3909]

This story is the best I wanna buy that kid an iPhone for his 16th birthday lol😂

[@Girl_with_a_Subie_WRX]

No haha he is going places, don’t ruin what a great job his parents have done

[@mikewhite4560]

That should be the LEGAL AGE...Case Closed

[@jameswhite4874]

This just another reason why my kids won't have a phone that has games or access to the internet until they are 16

[@DogLover1718]

He definitely deserves a phone now so that he can use in emergencies if that happens again and so he can play games and watch yt but if he can watch yt and play game on something else it’s not as bad

[@mikewhite4560]

Yeah KIDS playing Video Games has incredibly IMPROVED Society...LOL

[@JoJo-cy4tb]

phones are designed to take your attention or you could phrase as distract you. its not just situational awareness that is lost with phones, the phones heavily influence, if not down right control, ppls perception of the world. technology is great but were using it poorly and thats not an accident. evry tool can be used as a weapon

[@do_not_trust_bjc]

👍👍 Yeah someone tried to convince me to try to drive tranist buses, even though I told them I recently had my second heart failure with a 22%EF. Life is hard and money is hard to come by, but you got to care what if you are putting others at risk. Nobody will care if I died of a stroke watching an empty parking or locked building at night.

[@mikewhite4560]

A M E N

[@ediewall6360]

That “ someone “ is an idiot

[@stephenXQ]

lets point out device's as the problem and not the vetting process for bus drivers/medical condition's driving your kids every day :) nice one.

[@____________aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa]

Ok talk about the vetting problem

[@rabidsamfan]

In longer versions you can see the driver report that she is unwell and going to pull over, she just didn’t have time to complete the maneuver.

[@mikewhite4560]

Absolutely CORRECT!!! Phones are the BEST & have done nothing for the PLUMMETING IQ of AMERICANS...LOL

[@KatherinePoppe]

😀👏😃👍

[@Spyder0Productions]

what about kids who read? who draw? or who their homework on the bus? stupid contrived lesson about the cell phone..kid was right "whatever!"

[@ryanwinters3234]

“One thing I never considered until now. The loss of situational awareness.” How? How do you not consider that?

[@rosariorivera5434]

@Greatparenting101

[@jeanniesherman3591]

I S N T T H I S S O M E T H I N G E L S E.... ❤💚💙💜💛❤💚💙💜💛❤💚💙💜💛❤💙💛❤💚💙💜💛❤💚💙💜💛❤💚💙💜💛❤💚💙💜❤💚💙💜❤