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Markus Videnieks joins ASBC team
November 29, 2012
Videnieks will coordinate the execution of American School Bus Council priorities and lead various outreach efforts. He was previously a vice president at a large Washington, D.C., government relations firm, focusing on transportation issues and the legislative agendas of nonprofit hospitals and universities.
Man steals bus to go to Detroit, record music
November 29, 2012
Josiah Daniel Curtis tells police this after they receive a call about erratic driving. Curtis reportedly stole the bus from a locked lot and was able to make his way across most of Michigan before authorities apprehended him.
Tenn. IC Bus dealer names new account manager
November 27, 2012
Ashley Hailston joins Cumberland IC Bus Sales in Nashville as bus account manager. She previously served as executive director of student services for Daymar Colleges Group.
District official attributes bus driver shortage to student behavior
November 27, 2012
The transportation director for Colleton (S.C.) County School District blames the shortage, in part, on children’s conduct on the bus, and says that many drivers have been forced to do double runs. The state Department of Education holds a class for people who are interested in becoming a bus driver.
Blue Bird dealer revamps training, pushes alt-fuels
November 27, 2012

Now in its 37th year of business, Central States Bus Sales recently strengthened efforts to focus on the school bus manufacturer’s green technologies and provide comprehensive instruction for customers in the process.

District stuffs bus with food and supplies for the needy
November 20, 2012
A Washington district bus parked in front of a Walmart proves to be a big draw for donations. In last year’s Stuff the Bus event, the Lakewood School District transportation staff collected more than 4,000 pounds of food. This year, they said that the bus seemed to be filling even faster.
Aging fleets: How do we compete for resources?
November 20, 2012

If the fleet gets past a certain age, we can count on higher maintenance costs, reduced dependability, driver frustration, the need for more mechanics and maybe not meeting our school customers’ expectations.

District to reinstate free bus service
November 13, 2012
Regular-education students who live more than two miles from their home campus will be eligible for the service under a “blended transportation model” that the Keller (Texas) Independent School District’s board of trustees approves. The model will be implemented on Jan. 23, and students within the two-mile range will continue to have the option to purchase bus service for $75 per semester.
NHTSA child restraints video now on DVD
November 13, 2012
For transporting very young children who must be secured in child safety restraint systems, the agency's free video covers the key steps of selection, direction, location and installation. It also demonstrates the proper placement of children in a safety restraint.
Update: Fired bus supervisor won't face charges
November 7, 2012
Heidi Mullin was fired after being captured by a cell phone video pushing a 7-year-old student off of her. The county prosecutor finds that while Mullin's actions "were not the best," charges would not be filed against her for pushing the boy away "when he had his coat over her head and she said she had difficulty breathing.”
Trans Tech Bus aids Hurricane Sandy victims
November 6, 2012
The Type A school bus manufacturer organizes a “Stuff the Bus” event that will run through Nov. 13 to collect nonperishable items that will be delivered to charities and shelters that are helping people affected by the super storm.
Thomas Built produces 50,000th Saf-T-Liner C2
November 1, 2012
Contractor Dean Transportation takes delivery of the milestone school bus. Thomas Built Buses launched the C2 model in 2004, designing it from the ground up and building it in the High Point, N.C., production facility created specifically to produce the innovative bus.
Zonar, NAPT award $50K equipment grant
October 30, 2012
The Transportation Joint Agreement operating at Crystal Lake (Ill.) School Districts 47 and 155 receives the grant at the 2012 NAPT Summit. Officials say the money will be used to outfit school buses with a combination of Zonar’s Electronic Vehicle Inspection Report, V3 telematics platform and ZPass.
Nonprofit aims to help veterans find yellow busing jobs
October 30, 2012
The Warriors in the Workplace organization debuted at the National Association for Pupil Transportation Summit last week, informing attendees of its initiative to help U.S. military members get back to work in the civilian sector — specifically the pupil transportation industry. President and Executive Director John Birmingham tells SBF that veterans can look for available jobs on the organization’s website.
Calif. district extends busing through 2nd semester
October 30, 2012
School bus service to geographically remote areas will continue through the end of the school year at Lake Elsinore Unified School District. The board had earlier approved temporary bus service, for the first semester, for nearly 2,200 students who live in remote areas.
Training program teaches kids to stand up to bullying
October 29, 2012
When it comes to bullying, students themselves are the first line of defense, according to the new STAND TALL video-based educational program. The program teaches responses to disrespectful behaviors, encouraging kids to stand up for themselves and for others who are being bullied.
Co-ops yield cost savings, boost efficiency for districts
October 29, 2012

Officials from transportation cooperatives around the country also say that they can lead to consistency in employee training and hiring, and managing and scheduling bus routes for districts. Officials discuss factors to consider when forming a cooperative, as well as potential challenges and ways to resolve them.

NASDPTS looks at ways to enhance training, service
October 26, 2012
From routing strategies to innovative facilities, speakers at the state directors conference share numerous ideas for enhancing school bus service and training. The NASDPTS membership continues to change, now with Colorado state director Bruce Little announcing his coming retirement and Greta Bleau taking on the role.
Denver bus driver comes to rescue of stranded motorist
October 26, 2012
On a night of fierce 60 mph winds, a large sign blew into Doug Hoffacker's car on the freeway. Veteran school bus driver Susan Munoz blocked traffic from the disabled car, contacted emergency personnel and went to check on Hoffacker.
Driver contest winner goes extra mile for students
October 24, 2012
Michigan school bus driver Dawn Lemaster makes riding the bus fun and educational with an on-bus quiz game, a bus safety program and a portable library that encourages kids to read on the bus. She was nominated in the Thomas Built Buses Children’s Choice essay contest by 10-year-old Charlotte, who says she was “the most fun, loving, caring and awesome bus driver I’ve ever had!”

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