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Maintenanceby Larry Hannon Jr. March 16, 2017

6 Benefits of Utilizing a Driver as a Mechanic’s Helper

A school bus driver who assists in the shop can help improve communication, boost productivity, and increase safety, all while saving money for the transportation department.

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MaintenanceCover Storyby Nicole SchlosserMarch 15, 2017

Cobb County Shop Turns to Gasoline Buses to Cut Costs, Recruit Techs

The Georgia district’s purchase of 25 gasoline school buses, addition of bus bays, and ongoing internship and inspection training programs have also benefited drivers and students.

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Safetyby Thomas McMahonMarch 13, 2017

Extra Red Lights Linked to Decrease in Illegal Passing

Five Iowa districts that tested supplemental warning lights on school buses have seen stop-arm violations drop by at least 50%.

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Managementby James BlueMarch 8, 2017

Will Someone Be Ready to Fill Your Shoes?

Transportation directors can always be looking within their own ranks to groom their eventual replacement. With that in mind, it’s important to provide professional development opportunities for staff.

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Alternative Fuelsby Ronna WeberMarch 6, 2017

NSTA Advocacy in Action — How to Seek Funds From the VW Settlements

$2.7 billion will be used to establish a mitigation trust fund to support the replacement or repowering of school buses and other diesel vehicles.

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Managementby Mike MartinMarch 1, 2017

NAPT News & Views — Through the Looking Glass at 2017

NAPT's executive director says the issue the association would like resolved decisively is seat belts in large school buses.

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Managementby Thomas McMahonFebruary 23, 2017

5 Questions: Keith Henry on Driver Shortage, Safety Priorities

In the first of a new series, SBF poses five pertinent questions to Keith Henry, NAPT president and director of transportation for Lee’s Summit (Mo.) R-7 School District. 

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Safetyby Nicole SchlosserFebruary 17, 2017

Driver Safety Devices Help Enforce Policies on the Road

From detecting alcohol use to locking mobile devices to limiting speed, here are some of the products available for boosting safe driver behavior.

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Special Needs Transportationby Kathleen KohlerFebruary 15, 2017

Understanding, Managing Difficult Special-Needs Student Behavior

Building relationships through good communication and receiving ongoing training are key to a school bus driver’s success in resolving challenging behavior.

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Managementby Nicole SchlosserFebruary 13, 2017

Pupil Transporters Work to Meet Changes Aimed at Helping More Homeless Students

New legislation designed to support a growing number of homeless students leaves some transportation providers grappling with logistics and costs. More training and inter-staff communication are recommended.

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