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School Bus Fleet Blogby James BlueJanuary 7, 2020

School Bus Sales Show Growing Demand for Type As, Electric

2019’s numbers include a notable rise in Type A (small) bus sales, continuing an upward trend from last year. We are also seeing momentum in electric school bus sales.

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School Bus Fleet Blogby Michelle MacarioDecember 20, 2019

Remembering Makayla

A school bus safety product supplier reflects on safety awareness on the eight-year anniversary of the death of Makayla Strahle, who was struck while crossing the street after exiting her bus.

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School Bus Fleet Blogby Brad BarkerDecember 11, 2019

For Accurate School Bus Maintenance Diagnoses, Steer Clear of Assumptions

Technicians and drivers should try not to assume to know the cause of a problem before running tests. Instead, look at the affected system in its entirety first.

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School Bus Fleet Blogby Ronna WeberDecember 4, 2019

How Pupil Transporters Can Combat Distracted Driving

Pupil transporters put safety first and foremost. Reminding all drivers on the road of the effects of distractions — created by themselves or other motorists — while driving is critical to ensuring that continued safety.

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School Bus Fleet Blogby Ezra FinkinOctober 9, 2019

Op-Ed: Going All-Electric May Mean Higher Costs, Emissions

Acquiring electric buses and the requisite infrastructure can have the unintended consequence of having more kids riding on older buses, generating higher overall fleet emissions, due to cutbacks on the basic turnover of the existing fleet.

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School Bus Fleet Blogby Kim MorrisonOctober 3, 2019

6 Key Reasons School Bus Drivers Quit

Why do school bus drivers quit? Here, a veteran driver presents a list of common concerns among his colleagues.

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School Bus Fleet Blogby Brad BarkerOctober 1, 2019

Reflecting on the Past and Giving Thanks

Throughout his long career, author Brad Barker has gained a wealth of knowledge and is thankful for being able to use it to help others.

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School Bus Fleet Blogby John Benish Jr.October 1, 2019

NSTA Advocacy in Action — Public Transit for Students May Save Money, but at What Cost?

School transportation remains a critical element within the context of a child’s overall educational experience. When we boil this element down to a cost-saving endeavor, we’ve really done a disservice to our children.

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School Bus Fleet Blogby Ronna WeberSeptember 30, 2019

Taking on the Stop-Arm Running Epidemic

What seems simple — stop when a school bus is stopped — is proving challenging for motorists, and our nation’s children could pay the price.

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School Bus Fleet Blogby Nicole SchlosserSeptember 25, 2019

Amid Fall Semester Crunch Time, Take a Pause

As the hustle and bustle of the new school year ramps up, remember to take a minute to slow down and breathe.

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School Bus Fleet Blogby Ronna WeberAugust 28, 2019

Effective School Bus Evacuation Training Can Help Save Lives

Pupil transporters work hard each and every day to ensure that all children are carried to school in the safest manner possible. Preparing them for emergencies is part of that commitment.

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School Bus Fleet Blogby Nicole SchlosserAugust 21, 2019

Readers’ 2 Cents on Paying Teachers to Drive a School Bus

Some readers welcomed the idea, saying it’s out-of-the-box thinking. Others expressed concerns about current bus drivers losing opportunities to pick up extra hours for more pay.

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