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Articlesby StaffApril 1, 2007

Thomas Built names 'Driver of the Year'

Thanks to one of her more grateful passengers, Elaine Brogan of the Branchburg (N.J.) School District was named the “Children’s Choice School Bus Driver of the Year” for 2006.

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Articlesby StaffMarch 1, 2007

Buses plow through snow

As with every other system in the country, we are constantly on the alert to save costs, and, as with most other systems in the snow belt, a major seasonal cost is that of plowing the white stuff off the depot lots so yellow buses can pick up the children on time.

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Articlesby StaffMarch 1, 2007

NSTA adopts seat belt policy

TUCSON, Ariz. — The National School Transportation Association (NSTA) adopted two key position statements, one on seat belts and use of cell phones by bus drivers.

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Articlesby StaffMarch 1, 2007

Love the Bus tour has heart

Fittingly, the American School Bus Council (ASBC) wrapped up its Love the Bus tour on Feb. 14, Valentine’s Day, in the nation’s capital. The weeklong tour featured events in seven cities beginning in Dallas on Feb. 7.

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Articlesby StaffMarch 1, 2007

FirstGroup set to acquire Laidlaw

NAPERVILLE, Ill. — A pending deal would position the two largest school bus operators in North America under a British company.

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ArticlesMarch 1, 2007

When the mercury falls

How do you, as transportation professionals, prepare your staff for situations that are not explained in your policies and procedures manual?

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ArticlesMarch 1, 2007

Hardening the target

When I look at our industry these days, I see how useless it is to fight against change. Rather, we must learn to adapt and embrace new challenges.

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Articlesby StaffMarch 1, 2007

2007 Contractor Showcase

Durham School Services, Downers Grove, Ill. What is your greatest challenge? Durham School Services takes great measures ...

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ArticlesMarch 1, 2007

How to Develop a Mission Statement That Is More Than Words

Have you ever been asked to develop a mission statement for your organization or department? When you finished, did you feel like it was meaningful? ...

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Articlesby StaffMarch 1, 2007

Q&A: Change — and Opportunity — at Collins Industries’ Bus Division

In mid-January, Kent Tyler narrowed his focus at Collins Industries while, at the same time, broadening his responsibilities. On Jan. 19, Tyler w...

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