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Sadiah Thompson

Assistant Editor

Sadiah Thompson is a former assistant editor for School Bus Fleet magazine. She started in October 2018. She previously worked as a staff writer for her college newspaper, The Daily Free Press, and also as a content and communications intern for various non-profit organizations.

Newsby Sadiah Thompson May 29, 2019

Georgia District Approves $1.6M Project for New School Bus Radio Network

Forsyth County Schools' new radio network will include a radio tower and tower equipment, 450 school bus radios, and dispatch radio and computer equipment.

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Newsby Sadiah Thompson May 28, 2019

Minnesota School Bus Driver Honored for Preventing Crash With Semi

Francis Kuznia is recognized for his quick actions in saving 24 students from a collision with a semi-tractor trailer earlier this month.

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Newsby Sadiah Thompson May 23, 2019

N.J. Bills Would Help Fund Electric School Buses, Crack Down on Road Rage Offenses

One bill would establish an electric school bus pilot program. Another would increase penalties for road rage crimes involving school buses.

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Newsby Sadiah Thompson May 17, 2019

Teen Motorist Strikes 2 Students After Passing School Bus

The 18-year-old Ohio motorist admits to hitting the students and fleeing the scene. She faces several charges, including failing to stop after an accident and passing a stopped school bus, police say.

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Articlesby Sadiah Thompson May 16, 2019

Alt-Fueling Equipment Tailored for School Bus Fleets

Customized fueling stations, fuel removal systems, and scheduled EV charging are some of the latest alt-fueling options dedicated to enhancing the efficiency and productivity of pupil transportation.

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Newsby Sadiah Thompson May 16, 2019

Ohio City OKs 3-Point Belt Pilot in School Buses

Avon Lake City Council agrees to support a pilot program to install lap-shoulder belts on Avon Lake City Schools buses.

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Articlesby Sadiah Thompson May 14, 2019

Electric School Buses Power Up Savings, Efficiency

As electric buses become a more feasible option for pupil transporters, operators in the U.S. and Canada are noting various benefits, including charging efficiency, fuel savings, and the need for consistent maintenance training.

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Newsby Sadiah Thompson May 13, 2019

School Bus Driver Wins National Award for Reflective Safety Belts

Katee Horner of Montana receives second place in First Student’s 2019 Be First Awards after purchasing reflective safety belts for students to wear at school bus stops.

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Newsby Sadiah Thompson May 10, 2019

School Bus Driver, Aide Honored for Helping Save Student’s Mother

Skip Torpey and Linda Harris of New York are being recognized for helping save a student’s mother who went unconscious during their bus route last month.

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Newsby Sadiah Thompson May 8, 2019

Driver Credited for Keeping Students Safe After School Bus Loses Power

Judy Scott of Illinois is able to pull the bus over and apply the bus's emergency brake after it loses power when she hits a bump while driving.

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