As the U.S. Senate fails to advance the nearly $2 trillion economic stimulus package and lawmakers keep negotiating, the National School Transportation Association continues urging relief for pupil transporters.
The webinar series is designed to assist school districts and schools as they continue to take on new roles to serve their communities during COVID-19.
The pandemic is having a significant impact on many companies, as they struggle with a swift and nearly complete suspension, or in some cases, loss of business. Industry associations are urging state and federal support.
The request proposes an eight-point plan for saving buses, shuttles, paratransit, non-emergency medical trips, taxis, liveries, and rideshare companies.
The New York-based contractor awards a $1,000 scholarship to Marriana Mattice for her original artwork depicting a day in the life of a school bus.
President/CEO Larry Killingsworth and a panel of guests tried to assure operators as well as offer some necessary advice during this difficult time.
The 17th National Congress on School Transportation is tentatively rescheduled for May 2021. Meanwhile, the National Association of State Directors of Pupil Transportation Services annual stop-arm survey will not be conducted this year.