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We here at SCHOOL BUS FLEET strive to address a variety of topics in each issue of our magazine. One of the best ways for us to ensure that we’re providing you with information on the most timely pupil transportation issues is...
We here at SCHOOL BUS FLEET strive to address a variety of topics in each issue of our magazine and we work to profile insight from as many of our readers as possible.
We keep our ears open and our eyes peeled for story ideas that we feel will be of interest to you and provide you with tools to safely transport students each day.
One of the best ways for us to ensure that we’re providing you with information on the most timely pupil transportation issues is for us to hear from you. Are there topics that we haven’t touched on in the magazine that you’d like to see covered? Do you have an idea for a story? Let us know by sending an e-mail to info@schoolbusfleet.com.
Moreover, as you are probably aware, we often report on the latest developments in transportation-related legislation, as well as programs and policies at school bus operations around the nation. We do this because the information represents the pulse of the industry and it is an invaluable way for you to gain ideas about what you can do to improve your department or company.
What’s going on in regard to pupil transportation laws in your state? Do you have news that you’d like to share with us on new developments at your transportation department or school bus company? Tell us by sending an e-mail to the above address.
Until next time,
Kelly Roher
Senior Editor
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