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Managementby StaffDecember 16, 2025

From the Editor’s Desk: Our Favorite 2025 Stories You May Have Missed

Explore the 2025 stories we can’t stop thinking about, complete with behind-the-scenes insight from our editors.

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Alternative Fuelsby Kristen Lydon, ZenobēDecember 12, 2025

Electric School Bus Financing: Making Fleet Transitions Operationally Sustainable for the Long Haul

Electric school bus success hinges on long-term planning, which means smart financing, battery management, and service-based models that keep fleets reliable for years.

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Managementby Michael Bruckler, Enviro-MasterDecember 4, 2025

Creating a Culture of Clean: Why Sanitation Is a Cornerstone of Student Safety

Cleanliness goes beyond appearance; it’s critical in keeping students safe and healthy. Here’s how to emphasize routine sanitation, staff training, and accountability to prevent illness and maintain trust with families.

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Managementby Sam Fensterstock, Cadex Insurance RecoveryDecember 2, 2025

Unlocking Hidden Value: Why Loss of Use Recovery Matters for School Bus Fleets

One of the most overlooked financial opportunities in school transportation is the bus’ downtime after a not-at-fault accident. Here’s how operators can reclaim thousands in recoverable downtime.

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Alternative Fuelsby Isaac Linson, BusesForSale.comNovember 21, 2025

Electric School Buses: Progress, Promise, and the Practical Road Ahead

The push for electric school buses grows, but real-world hurdles mean districts are adopting EVs slowly and mixing them with diesel and propane.

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Brooke, Lisa, and Bethany Wikman pose in a photo as part of an orange, white and black graphic with text reading "All in the Family: The Wikmans."
Managementby Elora HaynesNovember 18, 2025

All in the Family: Generations on the Road With the Wikmans

At Durham School Services, the Wikman family shows how teamwork, community, and family drive their shared dedication to students.

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Safetyby Bret E. BrooksNovember 12, 2025

The Overlooked Priority: Why School Bus Companies Must Invest in Security Training

School bus safety isn’t just about driving; it’s about preparedness. Discover why investing in security training is crucial for protecting drivers and students.

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Managementby Elora HaynesNovember 3, 2025

All in the Family: Together on the Road with Jim and Linda Erickson

In Bemidji, Minnesota, husband-and-wife team Jim and Linda Erickson bring decades of compassion, and a touch of family teamwork, to student transportation.

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Managementby Amanda HuggettOctober 27, 2025

The Largest School Bus Fleets in America: 2025 Rankings

Which public K-12 school districts are the largest in the nation by bus fleet size? Spoiler: Georgia's Gwinnett County topped the list for the fifth year in a row.

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Students boarding a yellow school bus with text overlay: 2025 School District Survey Results
ManagementCover Storyby Amanda HuggettOctober 27, 2025

Cleaner Fuels, Higher Wages, and More Tech: 2025 School District Survey

Pupil transportation is an industry in transition — with alt-fuel adoption growing, strong tech integration, (slightly) less short staffing, and renewed focus on safety. More in SBF's latest annual K-12 public school district survey.

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