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The propane fueling tank at Bonny Eagle School District.
Alternative Fuelsby StaffOctober 18, 2024

Bonny Eagle School District Puts Renewable Propane to the Test

ROUSH CleanTech helped get renewable propane into the tanks of Bonny Eagle’s 30 propane buses. Here's how it went.

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5 Questions with Mike Stier
Managementby Amanda HuggettOctober 17, 2024

5 Questions: Mike Stier on NASDPTS’ Priorities, Industry Observations

Join Illinois' state transportation director Mike Stier as he discusses his first months as NASDPTS president. In this Q&A, he talks key initiatives, trends in student transportation, and challenges for the future of pupil transportation.

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ManagementCover Storyby Wes PlattOctober 14, 2024

Rolling Toward Success: The Top School District Fleets of 2024

Higher pay for drivers and growing interest in alternative fuels such as all-electric school buses are among the findings of the latest School Bus Fleet annual survey.

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Managementby Amanda HuggettOctober 10, 2024

School Bus Pros Gather in Arizona for Education & Networking: SBFX 2024 Recap

Sunny Scottsdale set the scene for the 2024 School Bus Fleet ConneX, where 100+ operators and suppliers shared tips and tricks with each other, learned from expert speakers, and made valuable connections.

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Managementby Mike Stier, special to SBFOctober 7, 2024

Network, Connect, Learn: 2024 NASDPTS Conference Preview

Get ready for the 56th annual conference for state directors of pupil transportation! Here’s what attendees can expect from this year’s show.

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road cones with text overlay that reads "Defensive driving for school bus drivers"
Safetyby Amanda HuggettOctober 2, 2024

Training for the Unexpected: Michigan’s Defensive Driving Certification

School bus drivers in Michigan have the unique opportunity to become certified defensive drivers, thanks to a hands-on training that teaches strategic bus maneuvering and how to handle unexpected surprises on the road. Plus, a call for the program to be copied in other areas of the country to best equip drivers and keep passengers safe.

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Managementby Amanda HuggettSeptember 26, 2024

Free Bus Driver Training Program Tackles Driver Shortage in N.Y. District

In a Buffalo, N.Y. school district, state DOL grant funds are being used in an innovative program that has not only filled driver staffing needs, but has also resulted in an improved culture and climate. Here’s how.

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Alternative Fuelsby Lauren FletcherSeptember 23, 2024

5 Questions: Guiding School Bus Fleets on the Path to Electrification

Discover expert advice on electrifying school bus fleets, from fleet assessments to charging infrastructure, route planning, and training staff for a greener future.

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Alternative Fuelsby Shelley MikaSeptember 18, 2024

Alt-Fuel for Non-Electrifiers: 3 Reasons to Consider Propane

When high acquisition and infrastructure costs make electrification unrealistic, propane is an easy and cost-effective alternative to reduce tailpipe emissions. Learn the three reasons Blue Bird's Steve Whaley says propane is a winning formula for school bus fleets.

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Safetyby Belinda Olivares, Verra MobilitySeptember 11, 2024

Key Steps to Successful School Bus Stop Arm Camera Programs

Check out how stop-arm safety programs and cameras protect children, deter illegal passing, and enhance school bus safety with these best practices and recommendations

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