(Allentown, Pa.)— School bus workers who serve the East Penn School District returned to work this morning after approving a five-year contract that includes higher annual wages and additional days off.

The Teamsters reached a tentative agreement today with First Student at Hinds, Clay, Yazoo and Madison counties that will result in higher wages, paid holidays and life insurance, said W.C. “Willie” Smith, President of Teamsters Local 891.

First Student bus drivers in Hinds County will go on strike at 4 a.m. Thursday, said W.C. “Willie” Smith, President of Teamsters Local 891.

School bus workers with Baumann Bus in Long Island, New York, rallied for respect Saturday with Teamsters General President Jim Hoffa, Teamster and Long Island labor supporters, as well as prominent community and political leaders, including Sen. Chuck Schumer.