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Alternative Fuels•by Thomas McMahon•May 25, 2016

Training Programs Prep Bus Techs for Propane Maintenance

As sales of propane school buses grow, so does the demand for technicians to be trained on servicing them. Here’s an overview of propane maintenance basics and the programs that are available for in-depth instruction.

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Alternative Fuels•Cover Story•by Nicole Schlosser•May 23, 2016

Can Electric School Buses Go the Distance?

The technology is proven, and the buses offer cheaper operating costs as well as zero emissions. Still, with scarce funding in many states and extremely cold winter temperatures, will the vehicles gain traction in the school transportation market?

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Safety•by James Blue•May 3, 2016

Keep Security on the Front Burner

Security threats can happen anywhere, from a small town in Alabama to the capital city of Belgium.

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Management•by Ronna Weber•April 27, 2016

NSTA Advocacy in Action — IRS Guidance and Contracting: What You Need to Know

Recent IRS draft guidance that may change how employee hours are calculated in regard to the Affordable Care Act could have a significant effect on school bus contractors.

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Safety•by Mike Martin•April 22, 2016

NAPT News & Views — Promoting, Protecting the School Bus Brand

We believe the best way to maintain excellence for our brand is for safety and other decisions to be made by local professionals based on their assessments of circumstances, resource realities, and best opportunities for benefits. 

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Management•by Andy Lundin, Editorial Assistant•April 20, 2016

Communication Systems Upgrades Boost Efficiency, Expand Capabilities

An app that combines smartphone capabilities with radio systems and school radio systems that connect with public safety radio systems are among the offerings designed to expedite and expand school transportation communications.

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Management•Cover Story•by Thomas McMahon•April 18, 2016

How Perley A. Thomas Built a School Bus Dynasty

Past and current leaders of Thomas Built Buses discuss how play-inspiring streetcars, family legacies, and a timely switch to yellow bus manufacturing all figure in to the company’s compelling history.

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Management•by Thomas McMahon•April 13, 2016

Growing District Steps Up Driver Recruitment, Fleet Replacement

Elk Grove’s transportation department adds alt-fuel buses, boosts field trip service, and works to attract more drivers as the district prepares to build more schools.

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Safety•by Nicole Schlosser•April 8, 2016

Assessments, Investments Bolster School Bus Facility Security

Free facility assessments and training from the TransportationSecurity Administration, investing in secured onsite parking, andhiring a safety officer to implement facility enhancementsare some measures being taken to help employees stay safe on the job.

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Safety•by Ronna Weber•March 28, 2016

NSTA Advocacy in Action — CSA Score Viability and Usage

No one can argue the intent of this system. The problem is that some of the key methodologies and structural elements are misaligned and can misrepresent a carrier’s safety performance.

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