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Managementby StaffJune 1, 2006

The Lincoln Memorial: a monument to membership

In this, the second in a series of five articles by NAPT board members, Alexandra Robinson communicates NAPT’s vision of and commitment to membership growth and an allegiance to the unselfish dedication exhibited by Abraham Lincoln.

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Managementby StaffJune 1, 2006

Conference keeps transporters on track with technology

More than 200 pupil transportation professionals convened here during the first week of April to network, share strategies and learn about new technology.

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Managementby StaffJune 1, 2006

Thomas Built asks children to choose 'Driver of the Year'

Thomas Built Buses has created a contest in which school bus drivers will be honored by those who rely on them most — their passengers.

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Managementby Matt Le GrandeJune 1, 2006

Driver retires after 50 years behind wheel

When William “Alex” Alexander began driving school buses for Spring Branch Independent School District (ISD) in 1956, he never would have guessed the extent of his contributions to the community. Now, Alexander is retiring after 50 years of service.

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Safetyby StaffJune 1, 2006

Revamped school bus takes safety training to new level

The Owego Apalachin Central School District’s transportation department has raised the bar with its safety training program by reconfiguring a school bus to create its third SAFE (Student Accident Fire Evacuation) Bus, a mobile training station and classroom.

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Managementby StaffJune 1, 2006

Spec'ing tips offered at CASTO conference

SAN DIEGO — The importance of writing proper bus specifications was emphasized by Charlie Hood, Florida’s state pupil transportation director, during a session at the 38th annual conference of the California Association of School Transportation Officials in San Diego.

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Managementby Steve Hirano, Editor/Associate PublisherJune 1, 2006

Patience pays off

In 1999, soap actress Susan Lucci (All My Children) finally won a Daytime Emmy Award — on her 19th try.

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Managementby StaffJune 1, 2006

The Industry's Voice in Washington D.C.

The three major pupil transportation associations have been lobbying lawmakers in the nation's capital about concerns over rising fuel prices, security and funding of the Clean School Bus USA program.

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Maintenanceby SBF StaffApril 1, 2006

SBF's Top 10 Maintenance Programs for 2006

School bus maintenance workers are often the unsung heroes of transportation departments. In our fifth annual edition of the Top 10, we again recognize the hard work and dedication put forth by America's school bus maintenance staffs.

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Managementby Frank Di Giacomo, PublisherApril 1, 2006

Driven by technology

Twelve years ago, I used e-mail for the first time. It was a difficult transition for me, especially since I’m not a good typist. But I’ve come a long way since then.

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