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Claire Atkinson

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The bus stop is a bus!

A reader from Georgia recently brought to our attention this school-bus themed bus shelter in Athens, Ga., and we had to find out more about it. . . .

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School Bus Fleet Blogby Claire AtkinsonFebruary 9, 2009

Getting Fired Up About Training

I recently interviewed Monica Coburn, transportation director at Bartholomew Consolidated School Corp. in Columbus, Ind., about a new training facility she developed with other transportation professionals in the state. The facility includes two buses . . .

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School Bus Fleet Blogby Claire AtkinsonJanuary 26, 2009

Wanted: Top Shops

School transportation is part of the “behind-the-scenes” network of services that help students get through their school day. Even further behind the scenes is the school bus shop staff. . .

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School Bus Fleet Blogby Claire AtkinsonDecember 15, 2008

Looking Forward to Green Fleets

As we work on our January 2009 issue, where we will highlight 10 Green Fleets Across America, I’ve been thinking about all the ways school transportation departments and bus companies can reduce, reuse and recycle.

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School Bus Fleet Blogby Claire AtkinsonOctober 16, 2008

The School Bus Blogosphere

Since SCHOOL BUS FLEET began its foray into the blogosphere, I’ve been looking for other blogs that discuss school buses and the business of getting students to and from school. Many drivers, companies, associations and even a school bus mechanic have started blogs . . .

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School Bus Fleet Blogby Claire AtkinsonSeptember 11, 2008

Where were you?

On Sept. 11, 2001, I was beginning my sophomore year of college in a small New England town. News spread rapidly across campus that day. Classes were canceled and a candlelight vigil was planned. . .

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A school bus in a maintenance bay with the engine exposed.
Articlesby Claire AtkinsonAugust 1, 2008

One Month to a Safer, More Efficient Bus Garage

Safety and efficiency are a priority for any school bus operation, but maintaining the highest possible standards in the garage every day can be a...

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Articlesby Claire AtkinsonSeptember 1, 2007

Improving Safety in the Danger Zone

Accidents that occur during school bus loading and unloading are known as “danger zone” accidents. The danger zone refers to the areas extending 15 fe...

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