The challenge of running a school transportation program has many facets, including the unpredictability of people, machines, weather — and fuel prices.
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Navigating a school bus full of students is challenging enough as it is. Are drivers being subjected to undue stress when they are required to also perform some types of invasive actions on medically complex passengers? Should some procedures be left to a nurse or the IEP team?
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In many pupil transportation operations, opportunities for advancement are few and highly competitive. Sharpening communication skills, committing to lifelong learning and maintaining professional conduct can help secure that higher spot.
Read More →Candidate for President-Elect William Tousley, CDPT Supervisor of Transportation Farmington (Mich.) Public Schools I belie...
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Blue Bird President Jeff Bust has high expectations for his company's success in meeting the expectations of school bus customers. Daily improvement and avoiding complacency are high on his list.
Read More →The following honors will be presented at the NAPT’s Awards Banquet and Recognition Breakfast, held on Oct. 30 and 31, respectively, in Austin, Texas.
Read More →It does not seem possible that two years ago, I was sitting in Salt Lake City waiting to accept the nomination of president-elect of the National Association for Pupil Transportation (NAPT).
Read More →The Pupil Transportation Safety Institute (PTSI) has launched several new resources to assist school transportation professionals across the country. Following are summaries of the new products and services.
Read More →School bus driver saves choking student SPENCERPORT, N.Y. — A school bus driver was honored for saving a choking student on his bus...
Read More →With the high cost of fuel, districts and bus companies across the country are looking for ways to offset budget shortfalls.
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