NAPT, <I>SBF</i> launch School Bus eXchange
The new SBX event will bring industry thought leaders together with product and service providers for two days of interaction in an educational setting.
ALBANY, N.Y. — A new professional development event will bring industry thought leaders together with product and service providers for two days of interaction in an educational setting called School Bus eXchange (SBX).
The National Association for Pupil Transportation (NAPT) and School Bus Fleet magazine will co-host the exclusive event, which is designed to enhance communications among the network of school districts and contractors, and their service providers. The inaugural SBX will be held April 6-8, 2015, in the Dallas area.
“For nearly 60 years, School Bus Fleet has provided the pupil transportation industry with a wealth of information on the safe and efficient management and maintenance of school bus fleets,” said Ty Bobit, president and CEO of SBF publisher Bobit Business Media. “We’re excited to continue that tradition by partnering with NAPT to explore the essential components of data driven decision-making in all aspects of school transportation and procurement.”
“More and more, pupil transportation professionals are using hard data, especially key performance indicators (KPIs), to make decisions,” said Keith Henry, president of NAPT and director of transportation for the Lee’s Summit (Mo.) R-7 School District. “Metrics help school administrators and taxpayers understand what we do and how well we do it. This event will explore the nexus between products and services that help student transportation professionals make more informed and therefore better decisions about the services they provide and the technology they use.”
“Each year, SBX will be part of NAPT’s ongoing emphasis on data-driven decision-making. It will be structured so participants can work collaboratively and connect the dots between operational challenges and the necessary solutions, many of which already exist or can be created quickly,” NAPT Executive Director Mike Martin added. “We’ll have a diverse group of attendees and suppliers in one place exchanging ideas, exploring challenges and solutions, learning from one another, and as a result building and strengthening relationships.”
Those interested in participating in SBX as delegates should contact NAPT at (800) 989-6278 or info@napt.org. For sponsorship opportunities, contact SBF General Manager James Blue at (310) 533-2449 or james.blue@bobit.com. For more information, go to www.sbxconnect.com.
More Management
Walton County Schools Adds Gatekeeper Stop-Arm Enforcement System
The Florida district will deploy Gatekeeper’s updated Student Protector technology, which now incorporates AI to improve video evidence.
Read More →
Zum Reaches 19 States With New York Expansion
The addition of the Empire State to the student transportation company's roster marks a growing expansion in the Northeast as it scales its tech and school bus services.
Read More →
First Student Updates Its Parent App
First View connects both yellow bus and alternative transportation, giving families one platform to track student trips for the new school year, with 15 languages supported.
Read More →
The Back-to-School Checklist Every Director Should Complete Before the First Bell
Help your transportation team start the school year strong with these tips for contingency planning, communication, fleet visibility, technology, and trip management.
Read More →
How a New York District Cut Nearly $1M in Transportation Costs While Expanding Bus Access
A data-driven overhaul with BusRight reduced Poughkeepsie City School District's planned routes from 26 to 17 while extending school bus service to about 1,200 additional students.
Read More →
Budgets Down, Enrollment Shifting: What the Data Says Districts Should Watch
School transportation departments face two converging challenges this year: tightening budgets and shifting enrollment. Most districts still address these issues separately, but the assumption that either trend will simplify operations is proving incorrect.
Read More →
These 8 School Transportation Companies Made the 2026 Inc. 5000 List
Find out which school transportation contractors, technology providers, and suppliers ranked among America’s fastest-growing private companies.
Read More →
The Link Between Emotional Intelligence and School Bus Safety
How can emotional intelligence help transportation pros navigate stress, manage change, and build stronger relationships? Listen to find out.
Read More →
What Emotional Intelligence Has to Do With School Bus Safety
In this video, discover how emotional intelligence can help transportation leaders and drivers navigate stress, manage change, and build stronger relationships. The Route is sponsored by IC Bus.
Read More →
Beyond Two-Way Radios: School Bus Communications Evolve With Push-to-Talk Over Cellular
PRYME Radio and PositionPTT join forces to advance hands-free radio use and reduce distracted driving. See how PoC compares with traditional radios on range, cost, safety, and connectivity.
Read More →