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Stay current on the practices, equipment, training, and research helping protect students, drivers, and other road users. Here, we cover topics such as illegal passing, loading and unloading, driver safety, student behavior, crash prevention, security, and more.

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News•by Thomas McMahon•August 8, 2018

New Vice Chairman Sworn In for National Transportation Safety Board

Aviation veteran Bruce Landsberg starts his term as a board member and vice chairman for the safety agency.

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News•by Staff•August 6, 2018

Man Gets Prison Time for Hit-and-Run Crash That Tipped School Bus

An unlicensed Pennsylvania motorist will serve up to 20 years after he was convicted in the crash, which injured a school bus driver and 14 students.

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News•by Staff•August 3, 2018

Arkansas Expands School Bus Safety Campaign

Throughout August, the statewide “Flashing Red. Kids Ahead” initiative will promote the need for motorists to stop for school buses.

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News•by Staff•August 1, 2018

Washington School Bus Fleet Awarded for Inspection Results

Cascade Student Transportation earns an Outstanding Fleet Award based on state inspection results.

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News•by Thomas McMahon•August 1, 2018

First Student Expands in Canada With School Bus Operator Acquisition, New Contracts

North America’s biggest school bus contractor acquires Ontario-based CG Pearson Bus Lines.

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Articles•August 1, 2018

Tennessee District Adds Behavior Monitors, Drops Disciplinary Referrals

With five rotating bus monitors, Dickson County Schools is working to improve student behavior, boosting safety for drivers and passengers.

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News•by Staff•July 31, 2018

NSTA Honors Top School Bus Drivers, Contractors

The association recognizes top contestants in the 2018 School Bus Driver International Safety Competition and presents awards to contractors for outstanding service.

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News•by Nicole Schlosser•July 31, 2018

Arizona School District Struggles With Shortage of Air-Conditioned Buses

As Kingman Unified School District No. 20 students return to school, some ride buses without air conditioning in 100-plus degree heat. About one-third of the district’s buses don’t have air conditioning.

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News•by Thomas McMahon•July 31, 2018

Michael Tornabe Named <I>School Bus Fleet</i>’s Contractor of the Year

The Logan Bus Co. leader has grown the family business while staying connected with staff and customers, who cite his dedication to doing what’s best for students.

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News•by Thomas McMahon•July 30, 2018

School Bus Driver Indicted in Traffic Death in Tennessee

April Christopher faces a misdemeanor charge for a 2016 crash in which she made a left turn and struck an oncoming vehicle, investigators say. 

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