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Managementby Frank Di Giacomo, PublisherJune 1, 2000

Plead for more funding as if lives depended on it

As the 1999-2000 school year recedes further and further in our rear-view mirrors, we need to prepare for the challenges of the coming school year.

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Managementby Sandra Matke, Associate EditorJune 1, 2000

Severe behavior problems managed by teacher-drivers

On every school bus lurks that student (or group of students) who consistently misbehaves. Not only is this disturbing, but it can be downright dangerous.

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Managementby StaffJune 1, 2000

Integrated School Bus Targets Improved Driver Ergonomics, Serviceability

International's new Integrated Conventional (IC) school bus marries body, chassis and engine, allowing the company to oversee design, manufacturing and quality-control processes.

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Safetyby Sandra Matke, Associate EditorJune 1, 2000

Sudden Death in Murray County

In the wake of a school bus-train collision that left three children dead and four injured, a community turns its eye to school bus driver training and electronic warning devices at highway-rail grade crossings.

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Managementby Sandra Matke, Associate EditorJune 1, 2000

Exploring the Options for Child-Alert Systems

From a simple Bus Empty sign to high-tech systems with microprocessors, several alternatives exist if you're shopping for a tool to remind drivers to check their buses.

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Maintenanceby Steve Hirano, EditorJune 1, 2000

8 Ways to Improve Your Tire Program

Improving the efficiency of your tire management program can return significant savings. Here are some basic, but often overlooked, strategies to ensure that your tire program is rolling smoothly.

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Maintenanceby Jeffrey W. JankaJune 1, 2000

Cooling system requires some basic precautions

In today’s advanced diesel engines, the cooling system stands at the center of attention. Studies have shown that four out of 10 engine problems are related to improper mixture of coolant and additives or inadequate cooling system maintenance.

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Safetyby StaffJune 1, 2000

NCST changes document name; balances caution, advancement

A new title for the final report and the addition of vehicle inspection guidelines were among the developments at the 13th National Conference on School Transportation.

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Managementby Terry ThomasJune 1, 2000

How School Choice Affects Pupil Transportation

One of the hot topics this election year is whether to let families use tax dollars to send their children to alternative schools.

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Safetyby Steve Hirano, EditorJune 1, 2000

This monster we create is more friend than foe

We should be thankful that 300-plus individuals care enough about their profession to gather even every five years to conduct marathon debates about equipment specifications and operational procedures, among other things.

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