Articles

Special Needs Transportation•by Kelly Aguinaldo•March 1, 2011

The benefits of mainstreaming

Industry professionals say that having special-needs students ride regular-education routes can be cost effective and help the students learn self-advocacy.

Management•by Thomas McMahon•February 22, 2011

Keeping the Yellow Bus Running

Four transportation directors sit down to assess the state of the nation’s school bus systems. Hear their thoughts on targeting efficiency, cutting down on bullying, contributing to student achievement and more.

Management•by Kelly Aguinaldo•February 17, 2011

Operation Focuses on Efficient, Personal Service

The staff at Educational Service District 112’s Specialized Transportation Cooperative in Vancouver, Wash., monitors its growth to cost-effectively meet the needs of its member schools and school districts. Students are provided with customized transportation to maximize their safety.

Management•by Frank Di Giacomo•February 15, 2011

Turning unsung heroes into ‘sung’ heroes

Training isn’t the only factor at work in these situations. In some cases, the heroes were spurred into action by instincts — and their desire to help others.

Management•by Staff•February 10, 2011

Q&A: First Student’s Burtwistle on outlook, acquisitions

The president of the school bus contractor discusses with SBF her outlook on industry issues for 2011 as well as recent developments with the company.

Management•by Thomas McMahon•February 8, 2011

After the Storm: Rebuilding the Bus Plant

When a microburst inflicted heavy damage on Collins Bus Corp.’s manufacturing facility, employees pulled together to keep bus production rolling throughout the repair process.

Special Needs Transportation•Cover Story•by Jocelyn Taylor, MS CCC SLP•February 7, 2011

Understanding Children With Autism

An expert on the disorder explains the reasons behind students’ disruptive or inappropriate behavior and offers tips for how pupil transporters can respond to improve the quality of students’ lives in and outside the school bus.

Management•by Staff•February 3, 2011

NAPT Technology Showcase

Here’s a look at some of the latest pupil transportation products that were on view at the NAPT trade show in Portland, Ore. New offerings included a student safety seat, a three-point latch vest and a wheelchair securement module.

Management•by Thomas McMahon•February 1, 2011

Pete Japikse Named Administrator of the Year

The Ohio state director has been involved in pupil transportation for more than 30 years. He is a driving force for improving school bus safety and service standards in his state.

Management•Cover Story•by <I>SBF</I> Staff•January 24, 2011

Heroes in School Transportation

In this new feature, we shine the spotlight on pupil transportation professionals from around the nation who have saved lives or performed other selfless acts. Read about how their training, dedication and quick thinking paid off.

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