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Newsby StaffJanuary 7, 2014

Bus driver retires after 37 years

Nikki Carnell, a school bus driver for Ponca (Neb.) Public School District, drove on her route for the last time on Dec. 20. As a tribute to her on her last day, many high school students who live along her route rode the bus instead of driving to school, and she was presented with roses at the school.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonJanuary 7, 2014

Survey finds 9 danger zone deaths in last school year

In the 2012-13 school year, six students in the U.S. were killed by vehicles passing their school bus, while three were killed by their bus. The findings come from the National School Bus Loading and Unloading Survey, which the Kansas State Department of Education compiles each year.

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ProductsJanuary 7, 2014

Electronic reminder system

The Child Check-Mate electronic reminder system is now connected to Zonar’s GPS/telematics solution. In addition to monitoring the child check procedures of each bus driver, districts utilizing both systems can verify that the Child Check-Mate system is active on each bus.

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ProductsJanuary 7, 2014

Compressed Natural Gas Engine Oil

BRAD PENN Compressed Natural Gas Engine Oil is a multi-viscosity lubricant specifically designed for use in compressed natural gas-fueled vehicles.

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ArticlesJanuary 6, 2014

NAPT Summit report

From sessions on enhancing safety and efficiency to awards for outstanding service, here’s our rundown of highlights from the National Association for Pupil Transportation’s 2013 Summit, held in Grand Rapids, Mich., in October.

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Articlesby Nicole SchlosserJanuary 6, 2014

Web exclusive: Bonus coverage of NAPT sessions

Here's the scoop on several engaging sessions at the National Association for Pupil Transportation's 2013 Summit in Grand Rapids, Mich. Topics include school bus loading and unloading safety, Medicaid reimbursement, and overcoming the challenges of a disability.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 6, 2014

J.J. Keller names new president, executive VP

Marne L. Keller-Krikava, previously the executive vice president, succeeds James J. Keller as president and CEO, while Rustin R. Keller assumes the role of executive vice president and chief operating officer. Keller-Krikava has held positions of increasing responsibility since joining the company full time in 1990, and Rustin Keller joined the company full time in 1999.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonJanuary 3, 2014

School bus driver charged with drunk driving, resigns

Police in Springboro, Ohio, respond to a report of a school bus being driven erratically. The driver of the special-needs bus reportedly registers at about 0.05% blood alcohol content. She resigns the next day.

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Newsby Thomas McMahonJanuary 3, 2014

Maryland county launches stop-arm camera program

Several Montgomery County Public Schools buses are now equipped with automated cameras to record illegal passing. Officials say that the program will expand over the next few months and will target bus routes with the highest reports of violations. The fine for violations caught on camera is $125.

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ArticlesCover Storyby Nicole SchlosserJanuary 3, 2014

5 tips for connecting with special-needs students

Using visuals and short, simple statements are key changes drivers and aides can make in their communication style to better connect with students who have hearing, vision and cognitive impairments, and physical endurance issues. Meanwhile, transportation directors should build a solid communication plan between drivers and aides, teachers, nurses and parents to ensure everyone involved has the information needed to serve the students.

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