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Special Needs Transportationby Thomas McMahonFebruary 1, 2009

Small Buses Take On Tough Terrain

With about 1,500 square miles of mostly rural area to cover, West County Transportation Agency (WCTA) school buses regularly venture off paved stre...

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ManagementCover Storyby Michael DallessandroFebruary 1, 2009

Who Are You Again?

Learning students’ names is essential to establishing a safe bus environment, and it will enhance their ride to and from school. Creating a seating chart and a student roster are just two ways that bus drivers and aides can accomplish this task.

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Managementby StaffFebruary 1, 2009

NAPT News & Views — The Washington scene: change in the air

To say that “change” is now the en vogue buzzword in Washington, D.C., would be the understatement of the millennium!

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Special Needs Transportationby Thomas McMahonFebruary 1, 2009

An unforgettable night

Throughout my time covering the bus industry, this may be the most troubling thing I’ve come across: “[The bus matron] told police she knew Ri...

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Alternative Fuelsby Frank Di Giacomo, PublisherJanuary 1, 2009

From 'Great' to 'Green'

No, that’s not a typo on the cover of this issue. If you’ve been reading SBF for at least a year, you’re probably familiar with our Grea...

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Managementby StaffJanuary 1, 2009

NAPT Technology Showcase

Here’s a look at the latest in pupil transportation products that were on view at the NAPT trade show in Myrtle Beach, S.C. New technologies included a driving simulator and a seat belt monitoring system.

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Alternative FuelsCover Storyby SBF StaffJanuary 1, 2009

Green Fleets Across America 2009

For pupil transporters, “going green” not only benefits the environment and yields cost savings, it provides a healthier ride and an educational experience for students. Here, we showcase practices in place at school districts and contractors throughout the country.

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Managementby Thomas McMahonJanuary 1, 2009

Pete Baxter Named Administrator of the Year

State pupil transportation director in Indiana has led training efforts across the nation and has helmed key industry organizations.

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Safetyby Thomas McMahonJanuary 1, 2009

State Directors Home In on Seat Belt Issues

State pupil transportation directors gathered in Myrtle Beach, S.C., in late October to cover issues of national concern, such as increasing schoo...

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Safetyby <i>SBF</i> Staff Editors Claire Atkinson and Kelly RoherJanuary 1, 2009

NAPT Makes Its Mark on Myrtle Beach

Speakers at the 2008 conference address such issues as industry advocacy, special-needs policies and vendor service. A new Type D school bus is unveiled during the trade show.

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