Real Time Student Monitoring Smart School Bus with an IoT Based Security System

Our research aims to develop an IoT-based transportation system for educational institutions to enhance student safety and ease parental concerns. Using GPS, RFID, and ESP CAM, the system captures and records data on bus schedules, real-time locations, and student pick-up/drop-off events, even transmitting photos via Telegram for added security. Parents and school officials are updated via SMS alerts and emergency notifications, with all transmitted data securely stored on the school's website. An interactive map interface with location markers enables relatives to monitor the bus's real-time position and, by clicking markers, access Google Maps for precise tracking. Reliable connectivity for continuous data transmission is ensured by a SIM800L module and the ESP-Now communication protocol. An OLED display shows real-time information, while the system seamlessly links the school, parent, and bus units. This technology-driven solution delivers a safer, more efficient transportation experience for all stakeholders.