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Managementby Thomas McMahonJune 19, 2012

New execs bring ‘fresh eyes’ to IC Bus

Over the past year, the school bus manufacturer has assembled a leadership team that is instilling new ideas into the business — from manufacturing improvements to sales and marketing strategies.

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Managementby Randy MazieJune 12, 2012

How a fair can assist and energize your staff

In a time when many pupil transportation employees have to do more with less, a resource and appreciation fair may be the medicine they need. Here’s a step-by-step guide to launching this valuable event — which can cost you virtually nothing.

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Managementby Thomas McMahonJune 8, 2012

2 different takes on bus fees

No one is going to be excited about paying school transportation fees, but in some cases, they could be the best bet for saving yellow bus service.

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Safetyby Frank Di GiacomoJune 5, 2012

Sharing a bright idea

A critical part of our mission here at SCHOOL BUS FLEET is to help our readers do their jobs better. In many cases, we write about innovative safety practices that school bus operations have implemented and found success with. The expectation here is that other operations might be interested in trying out these bright ideas for themselves.

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Managementby Frank Di GiacomoMay 29, 2012

When they don't go yellow

As a school transportation director, you may not be able to mandate that school buses be used for activity trips, but you can help ensure that safe motorcoach carriers are selected.

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Safetyby Mike Martin and Barry McCahillMay 22, 2012

NAPT News & Views — Distracted driving: high on the national policy agenda

Distracted driving means different things to different people. But it seems clear that this subject will continue to be at the top of the national agenda as policymakers in Washington seek the proper balance between innovation, convenience and safety.

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Maintenanceby Brittany-Marie SwansonMay 17, 2012

Bus washing made easy

Today’s systems include features that enable users to maintain a spotless fleet quickly, all while reducing water and energy consumption.

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Progressive discipline: out of sync with busing

Progressive discipline in pupil transportation environments for anything other than general personnel issues such as tardiness, absenteeism or drivers room behavior, can be bad for kids.

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Alternative FuelsCover Storyby <I>SBF</I> StaffMay 3, 2012

Green Fleets Across America 2012

From operating alternative-fueled vehicles to installing pollution-control equipment on buses to reducing idling, pupil transportation operations are doing their part to provide a healthy and safe ride to and from school for students. Here, we provide details on these and other environmentally friendly practices at school districts and contractors throughout the country.

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Safetyby Frank Di GiacomoMay 1, 2012

Sleep for safety

Good sleep is important for everyone’s well-being, but it’s even more crucial for those who work in transportation.

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