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Management•by Amanda Huggett•June 17, 2026

Lessons Learned from 4 Decades in Transportation: 5 Questions with Craig Beaver

Sit down with longtime transportation leader Craig Beaver moments before he retires, as he reflects on his career leading up to his role at Beaverton School District in Oregon and the secrets to leading great teams.

Alternative Fuels•by Laura Karrer, InCharge Energy•June 11, 2026

What the EPA’s Updated Clean School Bus Program Means for Fleet Electrification in 2026 and Beyond

A guide to the EPA’s evolving school bus grants, including how the Trump administration changed funding priorities and how school districts can prepare for future bus purchases.

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Safety•by Matt Reich, Verra Mobility•June 8, 2026

America Has a School Bus Passing Problem — and Distraction Is Making It Worse

Illegal school bus passing remains a major safety threat as distracted driving rises. This op-ed explores why awareness, enforcement, and stop-arm cameras matter more than ever.

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Inside the Contracting Shift: What School Transportation Operators Are Seeing Now

School transportation contractors weigh in on recent trends, costs, driver shortages, and the rise of multimodal student transportation.

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Management•by Amanda Huggett•May 28, 2026

The 20 Largest School Bus Contractors in 2026

See which private school transportation providers made the list of the largest contractors in 2026, with location, fleet sizes, district contracts, and number of students served.

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Management•by Amanda Huggett•May 28, 2026

School Bus Contracting in 2026: Fleet, Fuel, and Workforce Trends

Shifting fuel strategies, evolving workforce pressures, rising costs, and growing technology adoption define today’s transportation providers. Here’s what the data reveals about key issues shaping the contractor industry.

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Management•by Elora Haynes•May 25, 2026

How Does Military Logistics Experience Help Keep Students Moving Safely?

See how Army veteran Tracy Voigt went from coordinating construction and logistics in Afghanistan to leading school transportation operations in Minnesota in this National Military Appreciation Month profile.

Management•Cover Story•by Elora Haynes•May 21, 2026

The Mindset That Keeps a Decades-Old Company Moving Forward: Aaron Sepkowski, 2026 Contractor of the Year

With nearly two decades at the helm of Pocono Transportation, Aaron Sepkowski has transformed a family-run operation into a modern, safety-focused contractor, while championing innovation, workforce development, and advocacy across Pennsylvania’s school transportation industry.

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Alternative Fuels•by Steve Mitchell•May 20, 2026

You're On Your Own to Pick a Drivetrain [Op-Ed]

After years of federal pressure toward electric school buses, districts are suddenly being told to choose their own path. Let’s explore the risks, realities, and politics behind school bus drivetrain decisions.

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Management•by Elora Haynes•May 18, 2026

Why Student Transportation Felt Familiar to This Former Navy Aviator

See how Martin Staples applies decades of mission-focused leadership and operational experience to helping school districts keep students safe in this National Military Appreciation Month profile.

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