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Special Needs Transportation•by Pete Meslin•October 2, 2015

Special-needs transportation: We're good, but we could be better

We, as an educational system, have not been fulfilling our obligations to prepare all students for a successful post-secondary life — at least with regard to transportation skills.

Management•by Nicole Schlosser•September 30, 2015

Don't Leave Money on the Table: Using Software for Medicaid Reimbursement

Software programs automate reporting, making it easier, faster and less costly, suppliers say. Districts have been able to save days’ worth of staff time and have more, reliable data with which to recoup much-needed funds.

Management•Cover Story•by Michael P. Dallessandro•September 28, 2015

10 Keys to Success in School Transportation Budgeting

Understanding different budgeting concepts, assessing district growth, and forecasting fuel use are some of the essential steps in developing and maintaining a sound budget.

Special Needs Transportation•by James Blue•September 14, 2015

Helping special students and athletes succeed

Through sports, the Special Olympics helps children and adults with intellectual disabilities develop their abilities. Similarly, the school bus industry helps children with disabilities develop their abilities by providing access to education.

Safety•by Ronna Weber•September 9, 2015

NSTA Advocacy in Action — Was the entry-level negotiated rulemaking successful?

Twenty-six parties with different interests reached an agreement that is far better than the original proposal. The agreement includes a balance of increased requirements that are not detrimental to the industry and will foster safer entry-level drivers.

Safety•by Mike Martin, Ronna Weber and Charlie Hood•September 8, 2015

School Bus Safety Week: Can we talk?

Should we move National School Bus Safety Week to late August or early September to dovetail with the national and local back-to-school news cycle?

Safety•by Brittni Rubin•September 2, 2015

Fire Suppression Systems Increase Automation, Early Detection

Advances in fire suppression technology can help identify and stop an impending bus fire before flames even come into play. The systems can also provide more time for passenger evacuation during a thermal event.

Management•by Thomas McMahon•August 31, 2015

In the Office or at the Wheel, Contractor of the Year Led by Example

New Jersey’s Riley Williams demonstrated a passion for safely transporting students and for giving back to the community. He connected with his drivers by driving alongside them.

Management•Cover Story•by Nicole Schlosser•August 27, 2015

Clearing Communication Hurdles with Parents

Barriers to clear communication, such as parents being less available, overwhelmed with information and not understanding the rules, can be overcome by meeting in person whenever possible, laying out specific rules and consequences, and providing access to real-time arrival information.

Management•by James Blue•August 7, 2015

Student's cell phone video didn't tell the whole story

The district could have avoided embarrassment — for the school bus driver and for itself — by not passing judgment until after conducting a thorough investigation.

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