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Management•by Thomas McMahon•September 7, 2010

Blake Krapf Named Contractor of the Year

The Krapf Bus Companies CEO has been a key figure in state and national associations while growing his family's business. He recently secured a groundbreaking contract to privatize a school district operation in Virginia.

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Maintenance•by Kelly Aguinaldo•September 2, 2010

Is Your Fleet Ready for Winter?

The season’s weather can create dangerous driving conditions for employees and slippery bus steps for students, but products are available to help eliminate these hazards. Manufacturers of automatic tire chains, a traction sander and a step heater discuss their features, safety benefits and installation options.

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Management•by Kelly Aguinaldo•August 31, 2010

NSTA Convention Features Notable News, Events

The association reveals that the Transportation Security Administration has completed its pupil transportation security assessment. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s new initiative to improve large bus and truck safety is discussed. Attendees also celebrate two industry veterans who are retiring.

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Special Needs Transportation•by Jean Zimmerman•August 26, 2010

Involving Physical Therapists in Pupil Transportation

Physical and occupational therapists are a great asset to an operation. Help them to see the critical role they play in assisting with the transport of special-needs students by soliciting their expertise on body mechanics, disabilities and mobility devices. Ensure that they participate in evacuation training and drills.

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Management•Cover Story•by Claire Atkinson•August 24, 2010

Defensive Driving Principles and How to Teach Them

After instituting a defensive driving focus in its training program, one district decreased reportable accidents by 33%.

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Safety•by Frank Di Giacomo•August 17, 2010

We couldn’t do it without you

You’re dedicated to the safe transportation of students, first and foremost. But your dedication also continues to spill over to our magazine.

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Management•by Staff•August 12, 2010

The school bus industry spoke ... and DOT Secretary LaHood responded

Together, the full-court press on DOT bore fruit, and pupil transportation is now going to get some overdue attention.

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Management•by Corliss Schug•August 10, 2010

How school transportation has affected my life

Many parents either do not have the time to bring their children to school or they do not have the option. My parents were never able to bring me to school because they did not want to.

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Safety•by Thomas McMahon•August 5, 2010

Don't dismiss this idea

What else can be done to protect students from stop-arm runners? There’s one approach that, despite its long record of effectiveness, is only required in one state.

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Safety•by Claire Atkinson•August 2, 2010

Fire Suppression Systems Protect Assets, Save Lives

Manufacturers of fire suppression systems for school buses provide product details and discuss the benefits of installation.

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