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NewsJune 24, 2021

BusPatrol Launches New Hiring, Training Program for Safety Tech Installers

The BusPatrol Academy will train aspiring technicians on how to install the company’s safety technology — including stop-arm cameras, 360-degree safety cameras, and GPS and telemetry — on school buses.

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ArticlesJune 23, 2021

How Transportation Operations Can Apply for CERTS Act Grants

Guidelines have been released, the online application portal is open, and the deadline to apply is July 19. Here’s what to know about eligibility and what to include with your application.

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Newsby Nicole SchlosserJune 21, 2021

NASDPTS Announces 2021, 2022 Annual Conference Plans

The National Association of State Directors of Pupil Transportation Services will hold its upcoming conferences in person in the Washington, D.C. area.

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NewsJune 17, 2021

Thomas Built Buses Names New CEO

Kevin Bangston, previously Daimler Trucks North America’s general manager, distribution network development, succeeds Caley Edgerly in the role. Bangston was Thomas Built’s chief financial officer from 2005 through 2008.

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Articlesby Karen MainJune 16, 2021

From Frustrating to Effective: Changing Charged Conversations

A fictional conversation between a school district transportation director and a human resources liaison illustrates ways to achieve positive results when discussing difficult employee behavior.

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ArticlesJune 16, 2021

How to Be a Buyer Who is Always the Seller’s Top Choice

Three essentials are conveying respect for the seller’s business, understanding their intentions post-transaction, and presenting a clear path to close and fund the transaction.

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Newsby Sadiah Thompson June 15, 2021

Philadelphia District Seeks Transition to Gasoline, Electric School Buses

The School District of Philadelphia is making strides to transition from an all-diesel fleet by purchasing a total of 16 gasoline-powered buses from IC Bus and five electric buses from The Lion Electric Co.

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ArticlesJune 11, 2021

Deal Making 101: Choosing the Right Battles is Key to Winning the War

Focusing on material deal points, sticking to the end goal but being flexible on the means to get there, and determining whether a “battle” is even necessary at all are three effective strategies for successfully closing a transaction.

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NewsJune 7, 2021

STA Launches Electric School Bus Pilot Program, Appoints Leader

Ronald Halley has been tapped to lead STA's rollout of an electric vehicle pilot program as the company starts work in select markets on the East and West coasts.

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StatisticsJune 7, 2021

Contractors Survey 2021

Almost half of respondents described their shortage as “severe” or “desperate.” About one-third said they are receiving federal funds to help with pandemic-related safety measures and retain drivers.

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