
With so many pieces of the budget pie competing for dollars, someone needs to remind our elected officials why pupil transportation should be a priority.
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The CEO of a data analytics solutions provider highlights the top innovations that may have a long-lasting impact on school transportation.
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NAPT's executive director advises pupil transporters to be ready to discuss their views about the impact of education reform on school transportation.
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The NSTA president shares insights on NSTA initiatives, the widespread driver shortage, and the recently passed tax reform bill.
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Tablets with ridership apps can help the driver ensure that the right students get on and off the bus. The key is to make the technology part of the driver’s routine — rather than a distraction.
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Transportation directors are legally required to accommodate students with disabilities to ensure access to education, but each case is different. Look for opportunities to include them with their able-bodied peers.
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Matt Scheuler points to renewed interest in alternative fuels, including new electric school buses as well as propane and CNG. He also shares parents’ reactions to the new Collins Low-Floor bus.
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With law enforcement’s insights, a Florida district shifted school bus routes to break up students involved in gang conflicts. The initiative knocked out fights on the bus — and calls to the police.
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Greenville County (S.C.) Schools’ Special Needs Physical Performance Test ensures that aides, as well as drivers, are capable of safely transporting special-needs students through measurable standards.
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Let’s hope that NTSB will eventually be able to shed light on what caused the Iowa school bus fire and what kept the driver and student from escaping. The latter question is extremely troubling.
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