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Managementby StaffJune 1, 2021

6 Ways to Find a Mentor

Pinpointing what you want help accomplishing, networking inside and outside your industry, and seeking someone you admire who will push you are key to bolstering your career with a mentor.

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Managementby Nicole SchlosserMay 12, 2021

6 Tips to Empower Women in Pupil Transportation: Leaders Share Advice

Mentors, industry involvement, opportunities for growth, and creating an encouraging environment that helps cultivate confidence are key to female employees’ advancement, experts say.

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Safetyby Nicole SchlosserApril 28, 2021

5 Questions: Keith Terry on Supporting Employees, Illegal Passing Concerns

Terry, the director of transportation at Orangeburg County (S.C.) School District, discusses providing material and emotional support during the pandemic, and frustration with motorists passing stopped school buses even with the presence of stop-arm cameras.

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Safetyby Sadiah Thompson April 23, 2021

Optimizing Driver Views for Enhanced School Bus Safety

Having a clear view in and around the bus is critical for ensuring rider safety. The latest products to help include high-definition camera systems, stop arms equipped with radar and artificial intelligence, and LED mirrors.

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ManagementCover Storyby Thomas McMahonApril 21, 2021

School Bus Contractor’s 75th Anniversary Brings Biggest Test Yet

W.L. Roenigk Inc. has transported Pennsylvania students for three-quarters of a century. But at that milestone, the company faced a major threat to survival: the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Maintenanceby Richard DemirjianApril 20, 2021

Navigating the Shift to Electric Bus Air-Conditioning, Heating in 4 Steps

Differences between electric and internal combustion engine buses also apply to heating and cooling. Choosing the appropriate compressor and communications protocol, determining the heating method, and knowing battery pack voltage are crucial.

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Alternative Fuelsby Nicole SchlosserApril 14, 2021

Moving to Full Fleet Electrification: A Look at 3 Districts' Plans

Maryland, New York, and California districts skip the typical small-scale purchase of one or two electric buses for a pilot and plot complete fleet transitions. Plans include funding and making the undertaking budget neutral.

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Safetyby Nicole SchlosserApril 13, 2021

5 Warning Signs of a Potential School Shooter

With more schools reopening for in-person instruction, campuses are again at heightened risk of school shootings. A security consultant shares a handful of indicators to look for.

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Safetyby Sadiah Thompson April 12, 2021

Maximizing Clean Air, Surface Technologies for Safe School Bus Operations

Suppliers provide insight on the latest air filtration offerings to combat harmful bacteria and airborne viruses like COVID-19 on the bus and how the technology can supplement operators’ daily safety procedures.

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Managementby Stuart VogelmanApril 6, 2021

7 Steps to Greater Flexibility in Responding to Pandemic Changes

Contending with COVID-spurred challenges such as conflicting and constantly changing policies that upend schedules can amplify stress. Measures such as clearly defining responsibilities, establishing a central communication hub, and regular meetings can help staff members adjust.

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