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Thomas McMahon

Executive Editor

Thomas had covered the pupil transportation industry with School Bus Fleet since 2002. When he's not writing articles about yellow buses, he enjoys running long distances and making a joyful noise with his guitar.

School Bus Fleet Blogby Thomas McMahonOctober 22, 2018

16 Things I’ve Learned About School Buses in 16 Years

Former SBF Executive Editor Thomas McMahon bids a fond farewell to the school transportation industry after 16 years.

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Articlesby Thomas McMahonOctober 18, 2018

10 Fascinating People in Pupil Transportation

Who served as a mechanic for Marine One, the presidential helicopter? Which Texas transportation director was born in Iran? And who used to draw blood for a living? Learn about these and other intriguing school bus industry people in the return of this popular series.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonSeptember 27, 2018

School Bus Driver Wins 2 Medals at Track Championships

Emma McGowan, who drives a special-needs bus for Gwinnett County (Ga.) Public Schools, continues to outrun the competition at the world masters meet.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonSeptember 26, 2018

NASDPTS Marks Half a Century of Leadership in Pupil Transportation Policy

The association, which turns 50 in November, connects state directors with federal regulators, school bus manufacturers, suppliers, and other industry groups.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonSeptember 21, 2018

3 Students Injured by Lightning at Illinois School Bus Stop

The lightning reportedly struck nearby and traveled to where the children were standing under a tree. All three were recovering in the hospital.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonSeptember 20, 2018

School Bus Driver Killed in Head-On Crash With Pickup Truck in Pennsylvania

Reports indicate that the truck hit another vehicle, veered into opposing traffic, and collided with the bus. School bus driver Sarah Slovinsky is remembered fondly by a transportation director and others.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonSeptember 17, 2018

2 Killed in School Bus Yard Shooting in Tennessee

Warren Nostrom is charged with first-degree murder in the fatal shootings of his estranged wife and one other person at the Cumberland County School District bus garage.

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Articlesby Thomas McMahonSeptember 17, 2018

5 Questions: Tammy Knipp on Bolstering School Bus Oversight in Tennessee

Dr. Tammy Knipp, Tennessee's state director of student transportation, discusses her background and her role in overseeing school bus safety, training standards, and regulation compliance.

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School Bus Fleet Blogby Thomas McMahonSeptember 17, 2018

How Director's Service in Marines Applies to Pupil Transportation

After retiring from the Marine Corps, Adam James took on the role of director of transportation for Greenville (S.C.) County Schools. Here, he shares details on the similarities, such as daily inspections and leadership principles.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonSeptember 13, 2018

Last Call: Nominate a Great School Transportation Director

Know an exemplary transportation director who deserves recognition? SBF is still accepting nominations for our Administrator of the Year award — but only until Friday, Sept. 14.

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