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Management•by James Blue•January 10, 2018

Trials by Fire: California Wildfires and the Iowa School Bus Tragedy

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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Management•by Michael Martin•January 9, 2018

NAPT News & Views — Blue Jeans and Yellow School Buses

According to NAPT's executive director, if, as Giorgio Armani once said, “Jeans represent democracy in fashion,” then school buses are their educational equivalent.

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Management•by Thomas McMahon•January 5, 2018

5 Questions: Barry Sudduth on Professional Development, Driver Shortage

Barry Sudduth discusses his goals as president of NAPT and his work at Virginia's Stafford County Public Schools.

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Management•by Clayton Wong, Editorial Assistant•January 4, 2018

Ohio District Puts Premium on Student Safety, Driver Training

Working with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and local police and fire departments, the South-Western City School District’s transportation department places an emphasis on training drivers to keep students safe.

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Management•by Nicole Schlosser•January 3, 2018

8 Technology Offerings to Simplify Transportation Tasks

Software that streamlines data collection, onboard Wi-Fi, fuel efficiency products, and an artificial intelligence-powered child-check device are just some of the options to look for in 2018. Also, on the horizon: wearable tech for drivers.

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Management•by Derek Graham•January 2, 2018

Setting a Course for Safe Use of Mobile Data Terminals

Driver tablets, GPS units, and similar devices present potential benefits as well as safety concerns. Here are the emerging issues and the guidance thus far.

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Management•Cover Story•by Thomas McMahon•December 22, 2017

Franklin Tackles Critical Transportation Issues

At Atlanta Public Schools, John Franklin has led a turnaround that has bolstered bus reliability while boosting staff and public relations.

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Management•by James Blue•December 15, 2017

Like Sales Numbers, School Bus Options Are on the Rise

Consider this contrast: SBF's 2018 Fact Book listings include 10 school bus body manufacturers. Ten years ago, only six of those companies were in the market.

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Management•by James Blue•November 13, 2017

Recruiting Ideas: Signs of the Times

Many operations have taken steps to mitigate the driver shortage, and we’ve been passing their strategies along to our readers.

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Management•by Thomas McMahon•November 2, 2017

5 Questions: Bill Powell on Responding to Hurricane, Building Industry Leaders

It's been a busy year for Bill Powell, who moved into a new transportation facility, dealt with the impacts of Hurricane Harvey, and became president of the Texas Association for Pupil Transportation.

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