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Articles•by Amanda Huggett•March 19, 2025

Tips for Managing Angry Parents

Dealing with a perturbed parent? Follow these tips for handling conflict amid emotionally charged situations on the school bus and find solutions to de-escalate.

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News•by News/Media Release•March 18, 2025

NAPT Releases Statement on Seat Belts

NAPT’s Molly McGee-Hewitt explains the recent change in stance, as the organization is pleased with work done by the NTSB in recent years on studying the effectiveness of the safety belts.

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News•by News/Media Release•March 17, 2025

School Bus Logistics Welcomes New Sales Manager

Dave Sollectio joins the school bus technology provider, bringing prior experience in transportation technology.

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Sponsored•by Amanda Huggett•March 17, 2025

What’s Going on in Washington? A Check-In with NSTA [VIDEO]

Break down recent news and important federal initiatives and legislation to protect student safety in this episode of The Route. SBF’s editor is joined by NSTA’s Curt Macysyn to discuss outcomes of recent events and new priorities. Plus, a school bus driver hero spotlight! The Route is sponsored by IC Bus — proudly manufacturing the Next Generation CE Series.

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Podcasts•March 17, 2025

What’s Going on in Washington? A Legislative Update with NSTA

Recapping recent news and federal initiatives to protect student safety NSTA’s Curt Macysyn joins to discuss outcomes of recent events and new priorities. Plus, a school bus driver hero spotlight! The Route is sponsored by IC Bus.

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Articles•Cover Story•by Amanda Huggett•March 17, 2025

2025 Administrator of the Year: Kimberly Jones’ Servant Leadership in Action in Chicago

With major successes addressing the driver shortage and serving disadvantaged students, Kimberly Jones takes a holistic, student-centered approach to student transportation in the Windy City — one that is focused on trust, communication, and equity. Learn more about this year’s School Bus Fleet Administrator of the Year here.

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News•by News/Media Release•March 14, 2025

2025 Southeastern States Pupil Transportation Conference Returns in Virginia

This year's event will be held together with the Virginia Association for Pupil Transportation's event at the Marriott Richmond July 7-11, 2025.

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News•by Staff and News Reports•March 13, 2025

U.S. Department of Education Cut in Half: What Now?

The Trump administration is working with the Department of Education’s new secretary to head toward total agency shutdown and shift oversight to the states. But without Congress’ approval, many are voicing their concerns about what this could mean for IDEA, school districts, and the students they serve. Here’s what we know.

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News•by News/Media Release•March 11, 2025

Thomas Built Buses Launches Saf-T-Liner EFX2

The next generation of transit-style school buses is here, rebranded as part of the Saf-T-Liner line. These new buses combine features from the Saf-T-Liner C2 with the latest in Type D design.

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News•by News/Media Release•March 7, 2025

Minnesota Districts Get $5.5 Million for Electric School Buses

Three districts in Minnesota are implementing more electric school buses into their fleets, with one district taking its first step into electric transportation.

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