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Nicole Schlosser

Former Executive Editor

Nicole was an editor and writer for School Bus Fleet. She previously worked as an editor and writer for Metro Magazine, School Bus Fleet's sister publication.

Newsby Nicole SchlosserJune 29, 2020

After Following in Father’s Footsteps, School Bus Mechanic Retires

Marty Maier, the head mechanic at Hilton (N.Y.) Central School District, ends his career after 26 years. He came aboard after his dad retired.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserJune 26, 2020

New Florida Law Doubles Stop-Arm Running Penalties

The minimum fine for illegally passing a stopped school bus on the right side jumps from $200 to $400. Driver’s license suspension time also doubles in some cases.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserJune 22, 2020

Micro Bird Expands Plant to Boost Efficiency

The Type A school bus manufacturer has invested in a 115,000 square foot expansion to help expedite bus production.

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Articlesby Nicole SchlosserJune 18, 2020

5 Questions: Mike LaRocco on Seat Belts, Safety Regulations

Mike LaRocco, president of the National Association of State Directors of Pupil Transportation Services, discusses the association’s position on lap-shoulder belts on buses, partnering with other industry associations to address regulations for school reopening, and how much pupil transporters contribute to their communities.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserJune 17, 2020

Webinar to Offer Advice on Regulations, Risk Mitigation

Transportation law expert Matthew Daus shares recommendations in this webinar on July 1 on safely transporting students while minimizing liability exposure and risks of claims, government regulatory enforcement, and litigation.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserJune 16, 2020

Canadian Schools to Install First Light Signs on Buses

Three Manitoba-area school divisions will add the school bus product safety supplier’s Illuminated School Bus Sign to their buses following a year-and-a-half long pilot.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserJune 8, 2020

Trump Signs Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act Into Law

The law will extend the June 30 rehiring deadline and the expense forgiveness period, and reduce the 75% payroll ratio requirement.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserJune 4, 2020

Paycheck Protection Flexibility Act Passes House, Senate

The proposed federal legislation aims to bolster support to small businesses through the Paycheck Protection Program during the COVID-19 pandemic with measures such as eliminating restrictions on non-payroll expenses and extending the rehiring deadline.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserJune 2, 2020

School Bus Safety Product Supplier Unveils Temporary Mask Purchase Program

First Light Safety Products’ School PPE Purchase Program aims to provide a guaranteed supply of the masks at below-market prices, after demand outpaced its recent donation of 90,000 masks.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserMay 28, 2020

NASDPTS Releases New Position Paper on 3-Point Belts

The paper details the reasons for the association’s support for seat belts, common objections to adding them to school buses, and guidance on making the decision to require lap-shoulder belts in new buses.

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