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Amanda Huggett

Amanda Huggett

Executive Editor

Get industry hot takes, observations, and conversations from School Bus Fleet's executive editor in this regular column. Click the link to start reading blog posts in this series.

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Back on the Bus•by Amanda Huggett•September 24, 2025

Honoring Everyday Heroes Behind the Wheel

Before launching SBF's new Driver Hero Award, we knew that school bus drivers deserved more praise and recognition for the jobs they do every day. Little did we know how deeply the nominees' stories would touch our hearts.

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Back on the Bus•by Amanda Huggett•August 5, 2025

The Power of Industry Associations

School bus pros: Don’t overlook your association benefits. See how national, state, and local groups help advocate, connect, and equip you to succeed. Plus, why they’re essential to doing business today.

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Back on the Bus•by Amanda Huggett•May 22, 2025

Helping Others through Natural Disaster

School buses are used for more than student transportation. In the face of natural disaster, they can represent hope and recovery. In this blog, SBF’s editor recalls living through Midwestern events and shares the story behind our special guide to help others weather the storm.

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Back on the Bus•by Amanda Huggett•March 27, 2025

Lessons Learned in Leadership… So Far

What makes a great leader? Here are a few of the takeaways I’ve learned so far, with some inspiration from SBF’s 2025 award winners.

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Minnesota Helps School Bus Drivers Feel the Love
Back on the Bus•by Amanda Huggett•February 21, 2025

Minnesota’s Way of Helping School Bus Drivers Feel the Love

This northern Midwest state’s School Bus Driver Appreciation Day is more than a celebration — it’s a showcase of community, gratitude, and warmth. Here’s a peek at the history and how one family-run bus company keeps the good vibes flowing all year long.

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Charge Ahead or Pump the Brakes? Exploring the Safety and Future of Electric School Buses
Back on the Bus•by Amanda Huggett•January 28, 2025

Electric vs. Diesel: Will Recent Fires Stall the EV Push? [Op/Ed]

Two recent school bus fires involving electric buses fuel the question: Where are we headed with electric adoption, and will diesel be the mainstay longer than we thought?

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