The First Student branch maintained in Oakdale, Minn., is one of many First Student locations found throughout North America. First Student is among the top providers of student transportation, delivering tailored service to educational institutions. First Student is responsible for transporting more than 1 million students to and from school. The company maintains a fleet of more than 15,000 school buses and 19,000 drivers. First Student s experience and systems expertise for its customers provide cost effective solutions for needs that include, full turnkey contracting, special needs transportation, bus leasing and maintenance, management contracting, sports and field trip services and coach services. First Student is an operating unit of First Group, a worldwide public transportation company.