Articles

Safety•by John Benish Jr.•July 15, 2019

NSTA Advocacy in Action — Advocating for a Safe Return to School

School bus industry associations can help pupil transportation leaders work together to help keep students on the safest mode of transportation: the yellow bus.

Management•by Charlotte Di Bartolomeo•July 15, 2019

De-Escalation Techniques to Address Trauma-Informed, Violent Behavior

Knowing which responses to difficult behaviors are escalators of the situation and which are de-escalators is the key to crisis intervention and conflict management.

Management•by Sadiah Thompson •July 11, 2019

Using Wi-Fi on Wheels to Improve the School Bus Ride

From promoting safe connectivity for students to integrating Internet of Things capabilities, mobile connectivity solutions suppliers discuss how school bus Wi-Fi is changing the course of pupil transportation.

Management•by Nicole Schlosser•July 10, 2019

5 Questions: Adam Mayo on Driver Shortage, Illegal Passing Bills

Adam Mayo, transportation director for Maine School Administrative District No. 75, discusses driver shortage, getting involved in the legislation process, and heading up the Maine Association for Pupil Transportation.

Management•Cover Story•by Lynda Van Kuren•July 8, 2019

9 Tips for a Smooth School Start

Reviewing the previous year’s performance, getting advance input on route planning, and tackling driver recruitment early in the process are some recommendations from pupil transporters across the U.S. for a successful start to a new school year.

Safety•by James Blue•June 26, 2019

Updating Aging School Bus Fleets a Critical Challenge

Districts need more financial support not only to ensure they have enough drivers, but safe, reliable buses for them to drive as well.

Management•by Sadiah Thompson •June 19, 2019

Cooling System Suppliers Expand School Bus Offerings

Equipment options ranging from three-unit air-conditioning systems to roof-mount and electric applications are designed to enhance reliability and cooling efficiency for school bus fleets.

Management•by Thomas McMahon•June 18, 2019

5 Tips for Effective Driver Retraining

Taking a personal approach, avoiding a punitive tone, and providing handouts in a well-documented retraining program can help get struggling school bus drivers on track.

Safety•by Blake Krapf•June 18, 2019

NSTA Advocacy in Action — Advocacy Is a Journey, Not a Destination

More than 50 NSTA members traveled to Washington, D.C., in support of the Stop for School Buses Act. As a result, many legislators have signed on to support the bill’s passage.

Management•by Bob Tess•June 17, 2019

District, Contractor Partner for Behavior Support Success on the School Bus

Wausau (Wis.) School District and First Student work together to bring Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports to the school bus. Driver-student relationships improve considerably as well as communication between the district and bus company.

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