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Special Needs TransportationCover Storyby Thomas McMahonAugust 17, 2017

New Low-Floor Bus Ramps Up Accessibility

Collins marks its 50th anniversary with a new vehicle that enables students in wheelchairs to bring themselves aboard.

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Safetyby Kathleen KohlerAugust 17, 2017

Options Abound for Student School Bus Safety Programs

Here are five examples of training programs that have been found to engage students while educating them on school bus safety.

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Safetyby StaffAugust 15, 2017

4 Keys for Enforcing Seat Belt Use

Although buckling up is a habit for many kids, bus drivers need a policy, training, and community support behind them for successful enforcement. Convertible seats help with implementation.

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Managementby James BlueAugust 10, 2017

Enlighten Elected Officials on School Transportation

A Durham tour in Iowa and a Calhoun County open house in Alabama are great examples of public awareness initiatives that promote the value of pupil transportation.

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ManagementCover Storyby Brittni RubinAugust 10, 2017

Leadership Program Provides Path for Advancement

A new initiative helps Jefferson County Public Schools attract, retain, and grow potential managers from within.

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Managementby Ronna WeberAugust 7, 2017

NSTA Advocacy in Action — The Beginnings of Real Regulatory Reform

Two initiatives that the National School Transportation Association has worked extensively to modify or defeat over the past few years have recently been withdrawn by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.

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Managementby Mike MartinAugust 7, 2017

NAPT News & Views — The School Transportation Marketplace Is Changing, Quickly

With many districts expanding walking distances as a cost-savings measure, it’s time we come to grips with the reality that if no yellow bus is available, someone else will fill the void.

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Special Needs TransportationCover Storyby StaffAugust 1, 2017

6 Steps for Securing Students in Wheelchairs

To bolster protection of passengers with mobility devices, training expert Darren Reaume shares tips for getting the best fit with securement equipment.

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Managementby Nicole SchlosserJuly 28, 2017

3 Tips for Building a Healthy Wellness Program

Opportunities to save money on health insurance premiums by participating in health screenings and fitness and education activities motivate employees while helping employers save on claims and reap the benefits of a healthier workforce.

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Safetyby Michael DallessandroJuly 26, 2017

8 Keys to a Safe School Bus Operation

After a string of fatal crashes shook the industry, the time is ripe to refocus on the fundamentals of transportation management, from hiring the right people to putting the needs of children first.

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